Question 1

What are the specs of the PETERSON 30 (CHITA)?

Accepted Answer

The PETERSON 30 (CHITA) has the following specifications: 30ft LOA, 9.5ft beam, 5.6ft draft, 7,000lb displacement. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

Who built the PETERSON 30 (CHITA) and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Chita Inc.(JAP), designed by Doug Peterson, first built in 1977.

Question 3

Is the PETERSON 30 (CHITA) good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The PETERSON 30 (CHITA) is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 20, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 1.99, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 4

How fast is the PETERSON 30 (CHITA)?

Accepted Answer

The PETERSON 30 (CHITA) has a sail area to displacement ratio of 17.19, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 184.74, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a PETERSON 30 (CHITA)?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a PETERSON 30 (CHITA) is estimated at $1.5K – $4.0K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 6

How much does it cost to own a PETERSON 30 (CHITA) per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the PETERSON 30 (CHITA) (30ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.5K – $4.0K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 30ft boat: Florida: $5,400-$14,400/year. California: $5,000-$12,600/year. Massachusetts: $3,800-$8,400/year + $1,200 winter storage. New York: $3,800-$10,500/year + $1,200 winter storage. Maryland: $3,600-$6,500/year. Texas: $2,200-$6,500/year. Washington: $4,300-$9,400/year. Michigan: $2,100-$4,600/year + $1,200 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,200-$6,500/year. South Carolina: $4,700-$9,000/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $4K to $24K depending on location and maintenance approach. Source: SailPages.com, based on published marina rate cards and industry data.

Question 7

How much does it cost to dock a PETERSON 30 (CHITA)?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the PETERSON 30 (CHITA) (30ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $5,400-$14,400/year. California: $5,000-$12,600/year. Massachusetts: $3,800-$8,400/year + $1,200 winter storage. New York: $3,800-$10,500/year + $1,200 winter storage. Maryland: $3,600-$6,500/year. Texas: $2,200-$6,500/year. Washington: $4,300-$9,400/year. Michigan: $2,100-$4,600/year + $1,200 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,200-$6,500/year. South Carolina: $4,700-$9,000/year. Rates are per foot per month multiplied by boat length. Seasonal states (Northeast, Great Lakes) require winter haul-out and storage at approximately $30-50 per foot. Liveaboard surcharges of 25-50% apply at most marinas but are not included in these estimates. Mooring balls are typically 40-55% less than slip costs. Source: SailPages.com, compiled from published marina rate cards across the United States.

Question 8

What are the common problems with the PETERSON 30 (CHITA)?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 2 issues reported for the PETERSON 30 (CHITA) by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in structural, sails, each rated by severity (critical, major, minor). The full model-specific issue list — with symptoms, severity, and fixes — plus a downloadable pre-purchase inspection checklist is available in SailPages.com's report for the PETERSON 30 (CHITA).

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a PETERSON 30 (CHITA)?

Accepted Answer

When buying a PETERSON 30 (CHITA), SailPages.com has compiled 2 model-specific issues reported by owners across structural, sails. Always hire a SAMS or NAMS accredited marine surveyor — SailPages.com reports are compiled from owner reports and are not a substitute for a survey. The downloadable report for the PETERSON 30 (CHITA) includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 10

What are the sail dimensions of the PETERSON 30 (CHITA)?

Accepted Answer

The PETERSON 30 (CHITA) has the following rig dimensions: I=38.3ft (foretriangle height), J=12.2ft (foretriangle base), P=34ft (mainsail luff), E=9.3ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 404.4 sq ft. Jib area: 233.6 sq ft.

Question 11

How does the PETERSON 30 (CHITA) compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The PETERSON 30 (CHITA) is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 30ft LOA, comfort ratio 20, capsize ratio 1.99, SA/disp 17.19. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	30 ft
LWL	25.67 ft
Beam	9.5 ft
Draft	5.6 ft
Displacement	7,000 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.8 kn

Iforetriangle height	38.3 ft
Jforetriangle base	12.2 ft
Pmainsail luff	34 ft
Emainsail foot	9.3 ft
FLforestay	12.2 ft
Mainsail	404.4 sq ft
Jib (100%)	233.6 sq ft
Spinnaker	397.2 sq ft

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