J/92S
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 30 ft |
| LWL | 26.7 ft |
| Beam | 10 ft |
| Draft | 6.24 ft |
| Displacement | 5,610 lb |
| Ballast | 2,314.9 lb |
| Material | 29’ 11”9.12 m |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 6.9 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 40.68 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 11.48 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 38.88 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 13.95 ft |
| FLforestay | 11.5 ft |
| Mainsail | 526.4 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 233.5 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 637 sq ft |
Accommodation
| Cabins | 1 |
| Berths | 4 |
| Heads | 4 |
| Fuel | 13.2 L |
| CE category | N/A€ |
About the J/92S
Updated version of J/92 with changes to keel and rig.
The J/92S is a high-performance 30-foot fractional sloop designed by Rodney S. Johnstone and built by J Boats/J Boats Europe in 2005. With a displacement of 5610.0 lb and a D/L ratio of 131.58, it represents a specialized, lightweight variant of the popular J/92 line, though the exact total hulls built is not specified in the available data.
- Best for:
- This boat is best suited for active coastal racers and performance-oriented day sailors who prioritize speed and handling over heavy offshore comfort. Its low comfort ratio of 14.58 and high SA/D ratio of 25.67 indicate a boat designed for lively, responsive sailing in protected waters.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a capsize ratio of 2.25 and a relatively light displacement of 5610.0 lb, the J/92S is not ideally suited for extended bluewater cruising without significant modifications. Its design prioritizes planing performance and speed, making it more appropriate for coastal and inshore racing than heavy offshore passage-making.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include the standard J/92, which shares the same hull form but typically features a heavier displacement and different rigging options. Other performance-oriented 30-footers from the mid-2000s, such as the Beneteau First 30.7 or the Nauticat 30, offer similar racing credentials but with different comfort and build philosophies.
Performance
Market Price
Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 30ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
1 reported issues across 1 systems for the J/92S, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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