Question 1

What are the specs of the ETAP 30?

Accepted Answer

The ETAP 30 has the following specifications: 29.6ft LOA, 10.33ft beam, 5.9ft draft, 7,940lb displacement, 3,032.3lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Fractional Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

Who built the ETAP 30 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Etap Yachting (BEL), designed by Jac. de Ridder , first built in 1985, with production ending in 1994, 220 units were produced.

Question 3

Is the ETAP 30 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The ETAP 30 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 20.7, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 2.07, which is acceptable for offshore use.

Question 4

How fast is the ETAP 30?

Accepted Answer

The ETAP 30 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 16.25, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 224.69, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a ETAP 30?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a ETAP 30 is estimated at $1.3K – $3.4K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 6

How much does it cost to own a ETAP 30 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the ETAP 30 (29.6ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.3K – $3.4K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 29.6ft boat: Florida: $5,300-$14,200/year. California: $5,000-$12,400/year. Massachusetts: $3,700-$8,300/year + $1,200 winter storage. New York: $3,700-$10,400/year + $1,200 winter storage. Maryland: $3,600-$6,400/year. Texas: $2,100-$6,400/year. Washington: $4,300-$9,200/year. Michigan: $2,100-$4,600/year + $1,200 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,200-$6,400/year. South Carolina: $4,600-$8,900/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $4K to $23K depending on location and maintenance approach. Source: SailPages.com, based on published marina rate cards and industry data.

Question 7

How much does it cost to dock a ETAP 30?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the ETAP 30 (29.6ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $5,300-$14,200/year. California: $5,000-$12,400/year. Massachusetts: $3,700-$8,300/year + $1,200 winter storage. New York: $3,700-$10,400/year + $1,200 winter storage. Maryland: $3,600-$6,400/year. Texas: $2,100-$6,400/year. Washington: $4,300-$9,200/year. Michigan: $2,100-$4,600/year + $1,200 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,200-$6,400/year. South Carolina: $4,600-$8,900/year. Rates are per foot per month multiplied by boat length. Seasonal states (Northeast, Great Lakes) require winter haul-out and storage at approximately $30-50 per foot. Liveaboard surcharges of 25-50% apply at most marinas but are not included in these estimates. Mooring balls are typically 40-55% less than slip costs. Source: SailPages.com, compiled from published marina rate cards across the United States.

Question 8

What are the common problems with the ETAP 30?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 23 issues reported for the ETAP 30 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in structural, deck, engine, rudder, hull, each rated by severity (critical, major, minor). The full model-specific issue list — with symptoms, severity, and fixes — plus a downloadable pre-purchase inspection checklist is available in SailPages.com's report for the ETAP 30.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a ETAP 30?

Accepted Answer

When buying a ETAP 30, SailPages.com has compiled 23 model-specific issues reported by owners across structural, deck, engine, rudder, hull, rigging. Always hire a SAMS or NAMS accredited marine surveyor — SailPages.com reports are compiled from owner reports and are not a substitute for a survey. The downloadable report for the ETAP 30 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 10

What are the sail dimensions of the ETAP 30?

Accepted Answer

The ETAP 30 has the following rig dimensions: I=33.3ft (foretriangle height), J=11ft (foretriangle base), P=36.6ft (mainsail luff), E=12ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 420.3 sq ft. Jib area: 183.2 sq ft.

Question 11

How does the ETAP 30 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The ETAP 30 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 29.6ft LOA, comfort ratio 20.7, capsize ratio 2.07, SA/disp 16.25. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	29.6 ft
LWL	25.08 ft
Beam	10.33 ft
Draft	5.9 ft
Shoal Draft version	4.25 ft
Displacement	7,940 lb
Ballast	3,032.3 lb
Material	17.0
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.7 kn

Iforetriangle height	33.3 ft
Jforetriangle base	11 ft
Pmainsail luff	36.6 ft
Emainsail foot	12 ft
FLforestay	11 ft
Mainsail	420.3 sq ft
Jib (100%)	183.2 sq ft
Spinnaker	311.4 sq ft

Cabins	1
Berths	2
Heads	5
Water	26.4 L
Fuel	13.2 L
CE category	N/A€

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