MEGA 30 OD (C&C)

About the MEGA 30 OD (C&C)

Originally developed as joint venture of C&C Yachts and North Sails. The concept of producing a mass marketed 30' trailerable one-design sailboat was brought to C&C by Peter Barrett of North Sails. Peter and George Cuthbertson oversaw the design concept which was done by the C&C Design Group, headed by Rob Ball. Robert Mazza was the project Manager for the Mega. In addition, Rob Ball, Steve Killing, George Cassian, Bill Goman, Clive Hussy, and George Hazen all had their initials on the Mega drawings. Many thanks to Rob Mazza for providing this information. This version of the MEGA 30, called the ONE-DESIGN, was first built in CANADA, and later in the US and Keil Germany. It featured a lifting keel with a bulb. Later US versions, for which the 'ONE-DESIGN' designation was dropped, had an entirely different fixed keel. The boat was sold in a number of countries. In Sweden it is known as the RUNN RACER 912. Photo courtesy Adam Hunt.

Designed by C&C Design and built by C&C Yachts, the Mega 30 OD is a compact fractional sloop with a production run of 115 hulls constructed in 1977. This model represents a specific era of C&C's smaller offerings, characterized by a displacement of 4500.0 lb and a beam of 7.92 ft.

Best for:

This boat suits coastal cruisers and weekend sailors who prioritize a manageable size and fractional rig performance over heavy bluewater displacement. Its relatively light displacement and moderate comfort ratio make it well-suited for sheltered waters and active short-range cruising.

Bluewater capability:

With a capsize ratio of 1.92 and a displacement of 4500.0 lb, the Mega 30 OD is generally considered suitable for coastal and nearshore cruising rather than extended bluewater passages due to its lighter displacement and lower stability metrics compared to heavier offshore designs.

Comparables:

Comparable boats include the C&C 30 and other late-1970s fractional sloops of similar length, such as the O'Day 30 or Pearson 303, which share similar beam and displacement characteristics. These vessels offer similar coastal cruising capabilities and fractional rig handling traits.