JOKER S30
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 30.31 ft |
| LWL | 22.64 ft |
| Beam | 9.71 ft |
| Draft | 5.41 ft |
| Displacement | 7,280 lb |
| Ballast | 3,399.8 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 6.4 kn |
About the JOKER S30
The prototype finished 3rd at the Int. 1/2 ton cup of 1968. Arvika Plastic Ind. went out of business and the molds were purchased by Albin Marine (1972). With a few minor changes it became the hugely successful BALLAD 30. See BALLAD 30.
The Joker S30 is a Swedish-built cruising sloop designed by Rolf Magnusson and constructed by Arvika Plastic Ind. (SWE) between 1968 and 1972. With a displacement of 7280.0 lb and a beam of 9.71 ft, this vessel represents a classic era of Scandinavian boatbuilding, though the exact number of hulls built remains unverified.
- Best for:
- This boat is best suited for coastal cruisers and weekend sailors who prioritize a comfortable, stable ride over high-performance racing metrics. Its moderate sail area-to-displacement ratio of 16.24 suggests it is well-matched for relaxed cruising rather than aggressive short-handed racing.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a low capsize ratio of 2.01 and a displacement of 7280.0 lb, the Joker S30 demonstrates strong inherent stability and seaworthiness for offshore passages. Its fin keel and masthead sloop rig provide a balanced platform capable of handling open water conditions with confidence.
- Comparables:
- Comparable vessels from this era include other Swedish designs like the Hallberg-Rassy 30 or the Nautor's Swan 36, which share similar displacement and beam characteristics. These boats are comparable due to their shared focus on robust construction and comfortable offshore cruising capabilities typical of late 60s European designs.
Performance
Pricing
We don't have market pricing data for the JOKER S30 yet. If you own one, help other buyers — what did you pay for it? Reports build a community price estimate over time.
Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 30.31ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
We don't have enough data on the JOKER S30yet 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.
Own a JOKER S30? Reports from owners are what turn this into a model-specific checklist — and they're the reason the boats above it have one.
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