MORRIS 30 LEIGH
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 29.67 ft |
| LWL | 23.33 ft |
| Beam | 9.58 ft |
| Draft | 4.58 ft |
| Displacement | 9,100 lb |
| Ballast | 4,399.9 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 6.5 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 38 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 12.33 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 33 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 12.33 ft |
| FLforestay | 12.3 ft |
| Mainsail | 454 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 234.3 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 398.3 sq ft |
About the MORRIS 30 LEIGH
The Morris 30 Leigh is a rare, single-year production vessel designed by Chuck Paine and built by Morris Yachts (USA) in 1979, with only 19 hulls constructed. Its scarcity and specific build year make it a unique entry in the late-70s cruising market.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal cruisers and weekend sailors who value a stable, comfortable platform with a high comfort ratio of 27.48, rather than high-performance racing.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a displacement of 9100.0 lb, a low capsize ratio of 1.84, and a full/long keel, the boat possesses the structural integrity and stability characteristics suitable for protected coastal and nearshore cruising.
- Comparables:
- Comparable to other Chuck Paine designs like the Morris 30 or similar 30-foot full-keel sloops from the late 1970s, such as the Cal 30 or O'Day 30, due to shared design philosophies emphasizing stability and ease of handling.
Direct variant of the MORRIS 30 LEIGH
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
Market Price
Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 29.67ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
2 reported issues across 2 systems for the MORRIS 30 LEIGH, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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