IRWIN 30 CITATION
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 30 ft |
| LWL | 26.92 ft |
| Beam | 10 ft |
| Draft | 5.3 ft |
| Displacement | 10,400 lb |
| Ballast | 4,300.4 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 7.0 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 42 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 13 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 37 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 12 ft |
| FLforestay | 13 ft |
| Mainsail | 512.8 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 273 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 464.1 sq ft |
Engine
| Commonly | Perkins, Yanmar, Westerbeke, Vetus, Ford |
About the IRWIN 30 CITATION
Shoal draft version std. Opt. deep keel: 5.33'. keel/cb BU:4.0' BD: 8.08'.
The Irwin 30 Citation is a classic 30-foot masthead sloop designed by Ted Irwin and built by Irwin Yachts (USA) in 1977. With a displacement of 10400.0 lb and a beam of 10.0 ft, this vessel represents a specific era of American production yachts, though the exact total hulls built is unknown.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal cruisers and weekend sailors who prioritize a comfortable, stable ride with a high comfort ratio of 26.88. Its manageable size and robust construction make it accessible for couples or small families seeking a reliable, traditional sailing experience.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a displacement of 10400.0 lb and a low capsize ratio of 1.84, the Citation is structurally sound for offshore passages, though its single-year production run and specific keel design warrant careful evaluation for extended bluewater use.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include the Cal 30 and O'Day 302, which share similar dimensions and target the same coastal cruising market. These vessels offer similar displacement and beam characteristics, providing a benchmark for performance and interior volume in the 30-foot class.
Direct variant of the IRWIN 30 CITATION
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
Estimated Value
High ConfidenceAsking price by model year
33 listings · boat years 1975–1988 · median $18,500
Each dot is one listing · hover for details · dashed red line marks the median · obvious data-entry outliers (top & bottom 2.5%) excluded.
Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 30ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
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Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
2 reported issues across 2 systems for the IRWIN 30 CITATION, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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