CAPE DORY 300 MS
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 29.85 ft |
| LWL | 26.5 ft |
| Beam | 11.42 ft |
| Draft | 3.92 ft |
| Displacement | 11,500 lb |
| Ballast | 4,500 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 6.9 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 40.75 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 12.83 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 35.25 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 12.25 ft |
| FLforestay | 12.8 ft |
| Mainsail | 494.6 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 261.4 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 444.4 sq ft |
About the CAPE DORY 300 MS
The Cape Dory 300 MS is a classic, heavy-displacement cruising sloop designed by Clive M. Dent and built by Cape Dory Yachts (USA) between 1985 and 1990. With a production run of only 47 hulls, this model represents a rare, high-quality example of Cape Dory's reputation for robust construction and comfortable offshore performance.
- Best for:
- This boat is ideally suited for coastal and offshore cruisers who prioritize seakindliness and comfort over raw speed, making it an excellent choice for couples or small families seeking a reliable, low-maintenance vessel.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a displacement of 11500.0 lb, a low capsize ratio of 2.03, and a full/long keel, the 300 MS is inherently stable and well-suited for bluewater passages, offering excellent motion comfort in heavy seas.
- Comparables:
- Comparable vessels include the Cape Dory 30 (non-MS) and the Island Packet 32, as they share similar heavy displacement, full keel designs, and a focus on safe, comfortable cruising rather than racing performance.
Performance
Market Price
Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 29.85ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
We don't have enough data on the CAPE DORY 300 MSyet 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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