ACADIAN 30 (PACESHIP)
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 30 ft |
| LWL | 21.75 ft |
| Beam | 8.5 ft |
| Draft | 4.33 ft |
| Displacement | 7,000 lb |
| Ballast | 3,399.9 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 6.2 kn |
About the ACADIAN 30 (PACESHIP)
Later available with a yawl rig.
The Acadian 30 (Paceship) is a classic Canadian cruiser designed by G. William McVay and built by Industrial Manufacturing (CAN) between 1964 and 1971. With a displacement of 7000.0 lb and a full/long keel, this vessel represents a sturdy, traditional design from the mid-1960s era, though the exact number of hulls built remains unverified in available data.
- Best for:
- This boat is best suited for coastal cruisers and weekend sailors who prioritize stability and ease of handling over high-speed performance. Its moderate sail area-to-displacement ratio of 16.97 and comfort ratio of 25.81 suggest it is ideal for relaxed, comfortable day sailing and short offshore passages rather than aggressive racing.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a low capsize ratio of 1.78 and a heavy displacement of 7000.0 lb, the Acadian 30 possesses the inherent stability and robust hull form necessary for protected offshore passages, though its age requires careful inspection of structural integrity before extended bluewater use.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include the Pearson 30 and the Tartan 30, as they share similar dimensions, full keel designs, and a focus on comfortable cruising from the same late 1960s era. These vessels offer similar displacement and beam characteristics, making them direct competitors in the classic 30-foot cruiser market.
Direct variant of the ACADIAN 30 (PACESHIP)
Near-identical models — same hull, builder and designer, re-badged or lightly changed. Specs and owner-reported issues are typically shared across the group, so a sister model's page may carry detail this one doesn't.
Performance
Market Price
Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 30ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
We don't have enough data on the ACADIAN 30 (PACESHIP)yet to publish model-specific findings we'd stand behind — but here's a free general inspection checklist, built from our research into what actually goes wrong on boats of this kind.
Drawn from 7,029 documented issues across 2,391 models, ordered so the areas that most often turn up problems come first.
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