JAVELIN 30 (PARKER)
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 30.5 ft |
| LWL | 22 ft |
| Beam | 9 ft |
| Draft | 5 ft |
| Displacement | 6,720 lb |
| Ballast | 3,220.2 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 6.3 kn |
About the JAVELIN 30 (PARKER)
Based on an RORC 1/2 ton prototype. (1967, La Rochelle, 'Norsue V') Javelin 30s were molded by Marine Contruction Ltd. and fitted out by a number of other builders. 2 different keel configurations were available.
The Javelin 30 is a classic British cruiser designed by Fred R. Parker and built by Marine Construction Ltd. (UK) in 1971. With a displacement of 6720.0 lb and a comfort ratio of 22.66, it offers a stable, heavy-displacement platform that prioritizes seakeeping over speed.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal cruisers and those seeking a traditional, heavy-displacement sailing experience, particularly owners willing to invest in significant maintenance and modernization.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a capsize ratio of 1.91 and a D/L ratio of 281.74, the Javelin 30 is inherently stable and well-suited for offshore passages, provided critical structural components are sound.
- Comparables:
- Comparable to other 1970s British fin-keel cruisers like the Hallberg-Rassy 32 or Oyster 33 due to similar displacement and offshore-oriented hull forms.
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 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 20 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52° | 4.0 | 4.8 | 5.4 | 5.9 | 6.2 | 6.3 | 6.5 |
| 60° | 4.3 | 5.1 | 5.7 | 6.1 | 6.3 | 6.5 | 6.7 |
| 75° | 4.5 | 5.3 | 5.9 | 6.3 | 6.5 | 6.7 | 7.0 |
| 90° | 4.4 | 5.3 | 6.1 | 6.5 | 6.7 | 6.8 | 7.1 |
| 110° | 4.5 | 5.5 | 6.2 | 6.5 | 6.9 | 7.2 | 7.6 |
| 120° | 4.4 | 5.4 | 6.1 | 6.5 | 6.8 | 7.1 | 7.7 |
| 135° | 4.0 | 4.9 | 5.8 | 6.3 | 6.6 | 6.9 | 7.5 |
| 150° | 3.4 | 4.3 | 5.2 | 5.9 | 6.3 | 6.6 | 7.2 |
| Beat VMG | 2.6 | 3.1 | 3.5 | 3.9 | 4.3 | 4.4 | 4.6 |
| Run VMG | 3.0 | 3.8 | 4.5 | 5.2 | 5.7 | 6.2 | 6.7 |
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
16 reported issues across 8 systems for the JAVELIN 30 (PARKER), compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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