Bristol 30
1977 Bristol 30, designed by Halsey Herreshoff: a classic American cruiser built for the sea.
The Bristol 30, designed by Halsey Herreshoff and built by Bristol Yachts in the USA, is an iconic 1970s cruising sailboat. Sturdy, seaworthy and elegant, she combines a solid fiberglass hull with a warm wooden interior. Ideal for coastal cruising and moderate offshore passages. On board: Honda 20 HP outboard with power trim, genoa and jib, 22 A solar panel, 2 batteries, electric head, 3 bilge pumps and wash-down pump.
Exterior Gallery
Interior Gallery
Layout Plans
- V-berth forward cabin.
- Salon with convertible table.
- Galley.
- Navigation table.
- Full head compartment.
- Quarter berth cabin aft.
Technical Specifications
| Length Overall | 9.14 m / 30.0 ft |
| LWL | 6.91 m / 22.67 ft |
| Beam | 2.80 m / 9.17 ft |
| Draft | 1.37 m / 4.5 ft |
| Displacement | 3,924 kg / 8,650 lb |
| Ballast | 1,565 kg / 3,450 lb |
| Sail Area | 37.1 m² / 400 ft² |
| Rig | Sloop (Masthead) — genoa and jib |
| Keel Type | Fin Keel |
| Rudder | Skeg-supported, separated |
| Hull Type | Solid fiberglass |
| Engine | Honda 20 HP outboard with power trim |
| Year | 1977 |
| Designer | Halsey Herreshoff |
| Builder | Bristol Yachts (USA) |
Current Condition Report
- 01Afloat, operational, with a current navigation permit.
- 02Solid and durable construction — excellent behavior in heavy seas.
- 03Classic wooden interior, warm and well preserved.
- 04Honda 20 HP outboard with functional power trim.
- 05Genoa and jib on board.
- 06Working electrical system: 22 A solar panel and 2 batteries.
- 07Electric head, 3 bilge pumps and wash-down pump.
- 08Easy to handle short-handed or with a small crew.
Offshore Pedigree
Designed by Halsey Herreshoff —heir to the famous Herreshoff lineage— and built by Bristol Yachts in the USA, the Bristol 30 is one of the most respected American classic cruisers of the 1970s: sturdy, seaworthy and elegant, made for sailors who value classic quality and long-term adventure.
- Halsey Herreshoff design — globally recognized naval lineage.
- Heavy hull and deep keel: safety and comfort on longer passages.
- Ideal for coastal cruising, moderate offshore passages and liveaboard life.
- Comfortable and safe platform for offshore cruising with a small crew.
Refit Potential
Cosmetic refresh of interior and deck at owner's discretion.
Battery bank and solar autonomy optimization based on cruising program.
Integration of modern navigation electronics (chartplotter, AIS, DSC VHF).
Navigation Equipment
- Current navigation permit.
- Smooth, stable and predictable sailing thanks to a heavy hull and deep keel.
- Navigation electronics to integrate based on intended use.
Engine Information
- Honda 20 HP outboard with power trim.
- Simple, reliable and low-maintenance setup.
Construction Details
- Solid fiberglass hull by Bristol Yachts.
- Masthead sloop rig: I 9.26 m · J 3.35 m · P 9.50 m · E 3.94 m.
- Fin keel with skeg-supported separated rudder.
- 22 A solar panel and 2 batteries for energy autonomy.
- Electric head, 3 bilge pumps and wash-down pump.
Downloadable Documents
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