CAPRI 30 (CHRIS-CRAFT)
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 30 ft |
| LWL | 25 ft |
| Beam | 9.67 ft |
| Draft | 9.17 ft/ 3.75 ft min |
| Displacement | 11,740 lb |
| Ballast | 3,999.8 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 6.7 kn |
About the CAPRI 30 (CHRIS-CRAFT)
Designed by Sparkman & Stephens and built by Chris-Craft (USA) in 1964, the Capri 30 is a classic masthead sloop with a displacement of 11740.0 lb and a beam of 9.67 ft. While the exact hulls built count is unknown, this single-year production run represents a distinct era of American fiberglass cruising yachts.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal cruisers and weekend sailors who prioritize a comfortable, heavy-displacement ride over high-performance racing, particularly those willing to manage significant maintenance on aging fiberglass structures.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a high displacement-to-length ratio of 335.43 and a low capsize ratio of 1.7, the hull form suggests inherent offshore stability, though critical structural issues like deck core moisture and keel cracking must be resolved before serious bluewater passage-making.
- Comparables:
- Comparable to other mid-1960s Sparkman & Stephens designs like the Cal 30 or early O'Day models, it shares similar displacement and comfort ratios with contemporaries such as the Pearson 303, offering a stable, motion-dampened platform.
Performance
ORC Performance Data(1 certificate)
Measured performance data from ORC (Offshore Racing Congress) certificates.
Polar Diagram
Boat speed (kn) vs. true wind angle. Source: ORC
Racing Ratings
Triple Number
ORC Measured
Sail Areas (ORC)
Speed Table (kn)
| TWA \ TWS | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 20 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52° | 4.3 | 5.5 | 6.2 | 6.5 | 6.6 | 6.7 | 6.7 | 6.8 | 6.7 |
| 60° | 4.6 | 5.8 | 6.4 | 6.6 | 6.8 | 6.9 | 6.9 | 7.0 | 7.0 |
| 75° | 4.7 | 5.9 | 6.5 | 6.8 | 7.0 | 7.2 | 7.3 | 7.4 | 7.5 |
| 90° | 4.6 | 5.8 | 6.4 | 6.8 | 7.1 | 7.4 | 7.6 | 7.9 | 8.1 |
| 110° | 4.1 | 5.5 | 6.4 | 6.8 | 7.2 | 7.5 | 7.8 | 8.3 | 8.6 |
| 120° | 4.0 | 5.3 | 6.3 | 6.8 | 7.2 | 7.7 | 8.1 | 8.9 | 9.8 |
| 135° | 3.4 | 4.8 | 5.9 | 6.5 | 7.0 | 7.4 | 7.9 | 9.4 | 11.8 |
| 150° | 2.9 | 4.1 | 5.2 | 6.0 | 6.6 | 7.0 | 7.4 | 8.5 | 10.8 |
| Beat VMG | 2.7 | 3.7 | 4.4 | 4.7 | 4.8 | 4.9 | 4.9 | 4.9 | 4.8 |
| Run VMG | 2.5 | 3.5 | 4.5 | 5.3 | 5.9 | 6.4 | 6.8 | 7.6 | 9.4 |
Pricing
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 30ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
15 reported issues across 8 systems for the CAPRI 30 (CHRIS-CRAFT), compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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