CAVALIER 30 (CHEVERTON)
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 30.5 ft |
| LWL | 22.5 ft |
| Beam | 9.17 ft |
| Draft | 4.6 ft |
| Displacement | 10,976 lb |
| Ballast | 4,368.4 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 6.4 kn |
About the CAVALIER 30 (CHEVERTON)
The Cavalier 30 is a rare, heavy-displacement cruising sloop designed by David Cheverton and built by Wing on Shing in Hong Kong between 1966 and 1968. With only 6 hulls built, this model represents a distinct era of offshore-oriented design characterized by a full keel and substantial ballast.
- Best for:
- This boat is best suited for experienced coastal cruisers and conservative bluewater sailors who prioritize seakeeping and comfort over high-speed performance. Its heavy displacement and full keel make it ideal for those seeking a stable, safe platform for long-distance cruising rather than racing.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a displacement of 10976.0 lb and a capsize ratio of 1.65, the Cavalier 30 demonstrates strong inherent stability and offshore suitability. Its full/long keel design and high D/L ratio of 430.18 indicate a boat built for safe, comfortable passage-making in heavy weather.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include the Tartan 30 and the O'Day 30, which share similar production eras and heavy-displacement, full-keel characteristics. These vessels offer similar cruising comfort and offshore stability, making them direct functional equivalents for buyers seeking a robust 30-foot cruiser.
Performance
Pricing
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 30.5ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
We don't have enough data on the CAVALIER 30 (CHEVERTON)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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