NEWPORT 30-3
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 30 ft |
| LWL | 26.5 ft |
| Beam | 10.67 ft |
| Draft | 5.17 ft |
| Shoal Draft | 4.00 ft(1.22 m) |
| Displacement | 8,500 lb |
| Ballast | 2,600.2 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 6.9 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 43 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 12.5 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 37 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 10.3 ft |
| FLforestay | 12.7 ft |
| Mainsail | 441.6 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 253.4 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 430.8 sq ft |
Engine
| Commonly | MerCruiser, Mercury, Sole, Ford, Suzuki |
About the NEWPORT 30-3
Differing from the earlier MkI & MkII models: The NEWPORT 30 MkIII is more cruising oriented. Wheel steering and diesel power was included as standard equipment. SA(Fore.): 268.75 ft2 / 24.97 m2 SA(Main): 190.55 ft2 / 17.70 m2 Sail Area (100% fore+main triangles): 459.30 ft2 / 42.67 m2
Designed by Gary Mull and built by Capital Yachts Inc. in 1984, the Newport 30-3 is a compact masthead sloop with a displacement of 8500.0 lb. While the exact number of hulls built is unknown, this model represents a specific iteration within the Newport 30 lineage, characterized by a 30.0 ft LOA and a 10.67 ft beam.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal cruisers and weekend sailors who prioritize a manageable 30-foot footprint with adequate interior volume for short passages. Its moderate displacement and fin keel configuration make it suitable for those seeking a balance between performance and comfort in protected waters.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a capsize ratio of 2.09 and a comfort ratio of 20.37, the Newport 30-3 is designed primarily for coastal cruising rather than extended bluewater passages. Its 8500.0 lb displacement and fin keel provide adequate stability for nearshore use but lack the heavy displacement typically preferred for offshore endurance.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include the Cal 30 and O'Day 302, which share similar dimensions and target the same market of affordable, trailerable coastal cruisers from the 1980s. These vessels offer similar beam and displacement characteristics, providing a benchmark for interior space and sailing performance.
Direct variant of the NEWPORT 30-3
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.
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 30ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
5 reported issues across 4 systems for the NEWPORT 30-3, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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