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Wasa 30
Designer: Leif Ängermark  ·  Builder: Wasa Marin A.b. (Swe)  ·  First built: 1978
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About the Wasa 30

Designed in Sweden and bearing the name of one of Scandinavia's most storied maritime traditions, the Wasa 30 is a compact cruising sailboat with roots in the practical, seaworthy design philosophy common to Nordic boatbuilding. Built for sailors who want a capable and manageable vessel, this 30-foot sloop is well suited to coastal cruising and protected offshore passages, offering a comfortable balance between performance and ease of handling for short-handed crews or families. The Wasa 30 reflects the sensible approach characteristic of Scandinavian production sailboats from its era — sturdy construction, a comfortable cockpit, and a hull shape designed to handle the choppy, variable conditions often found in Baltic and North Sea sailing. While detailed specifications are limited, the boat has earned a modest following among cruising sailors who appreciate its straightforward systems and low-maintenance character. For someone considering a first bluewater-capable boat or a reliable coastal cruiser, the Wasa 30 represents an honest, practical choice. Its Scandinavian heritage suggests a design built to last, prioritizing seakeeping and durability over flashy performance.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 36.09 ft / 11.00 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 29.53 ft / 9.00 m
Beam 7.22 ft / 2.20 m
Max Draft 5.90 ft / 1.80 m
Displacement 5,290.00 lb / 2,400 kg
Ballast 2,975.00 lb / 1,349 kg
Ballast Type Lead
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Leif Ängermark
Builder Wasa Marin A.B. (SWE)
First Built 1978
Last Built 1983
Number Built 62
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Performance Ratios
Ballast/Displacement Ballast to Displacement ratio shows what percentage of the boat's total weight is ballast. Higher values generally mean better initial stability and stiffer sail carrying.
30–35% — Typical cruiser35–45% — Stiff performance boatOver 45% — Racing oriented
56.24
Displacement/Length Displacement to Length ratio measures how heavy a boat is relative to its waterline length. Lower values mean a lighter, faster boat.
Under 100 — Ultralight racer100–200 — Light cruiser/racer200–300 — Moderate cruiser300–400 — Heavy cruiserOver 400 — Very heavy
91.71
Pounds/Inch Immersion Pounds per Inch Immersion (PPI) tells you how much weight is needed to sink the boat one inch. Useful for calculating how additional gear and stores affect waterline. 4.57 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 22.15
J (Foretriangle Base) 12.30 ft / 3.75 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 419.00 ft² / 38.93 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) 91.71
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