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• September 24, 2009

Bavaria 30 - staid-looking, mid-range cruiser

Product Overview

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Introducing the brand at the Southampton Show in 1987, this Axel design was a staid-looking, mid-range cruiser.

The build quality and finish of the mahogany joinery were impressive. The accommodation layout was conventional with a comfortable and spacious saloon, a large heads and generous aftercabin. The forecabin was somewhat cramped and the chart table faced aft over the starboard settee. Only a limited number were imported into the UK.

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• By Mark Pillsbury
• Updated: January 17, 2007

Try as I might, while sailing closehauled in a puffy northeast wind off Marblehead, Massachusetts, I couldn’t get the new 30 Cruiser to splash a drop into the cockpit. We heeled comfortably, and Captain Allan Waldman of Wells Yachts and I remained dry and warm in the little chop we managed to find in the offshore breeze. On this crisp November afternoon, in 10 knots of breeze with frequent higher gusts, we sailed 5.5 to 6 knots with a smooth motion, surging ahead as we fell off onto a reach. The primary winches, Lewmar 30s, are handy to the helm, and we tacked easily through about 105 degrees.

The boat we sailed had a roller-furling genoa and a Seldén in-mast furling main trimmed on a cabin-top winch. A full-batten, in-mast furling main and a standard rig also are available. This 30-foot cruiser was fitted with an optional high-tech keel with twin foils connected by an iron bulb. Under both power (a Volvo 18-horsepower diesel and saildrive) and sail, it turned on a dime; backing, a slight initial starboard prop walk was quickly overcome and forgotten.

Below, sleeping accommodations include double berths in cabins fore and aft. A well-equipped galley is to port with a nav desk opposite; forward of the galley is a foldout table between settees. With a price tag of $102,000, the Bavaria 30 Cruiser provides an on-the-water retreat for a couple or a family at a price that allows the cruising kitty to be fed while the boat’s on the move.

Bavaria 30 Cruiser Specs

LOA: 31′ 0″ LWL: 27′ 1″ Beam: 10′ 9″ Draft (standard): 4′ 7″ Sail Area: 400 sq. ft. Displacement: 9,240 lb. Water: 40 gal. Fuel: 25 gal. Engine: 18-hp. Volvo saildrive Designer: J&J Yacht Design Price: $102,000 Bavaria Yachts, (410) 990-0007, www.bavariayachts.com

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Review of Bavaria 30

Basic specs..

The Bavaria 30 has been built with more than one type of keel. One option is a finn keel. A boat with a fin keel is more manoeuvrable but has less directional stability than a similar boat with a long keel.But be aware that even though a Fin Keel keel is very good for speed racing, a fishing nets and the like in the water can easily make you into a troublesome situation.

The keel is made of iron. Many people prefer lead keel in favour of iron. The main argument is that lead is much heavier than iron and a lead keel can therefore be made smaller which again result in less wet surface, i.e. less drag. In fact iron is quite heavy, just 30% less heavy than lead, so the advantage of a lead keel is often overstated. As the surface of a finn type keel is just a fraction of the total wet surface, the difference between an iron keel and a lead keel can in reality be ignored for cruising yachts.

The boat can enter most marinas as the draft is just about 1.60 - 1.70 meter (5.25 - 5.55 ft) dependent on the load. See immersion rate below.

Bavaria 30 is typically equipped with an inboard Volvo Penta 2002 engine at 18.0 hp (13 kW), which gives a max speed about 6.3 knots.

The transmission is a saildrive.

The fuel tank which is made of stainless steel has a capacity of 100 liters (26 US gallons, 21 imperial gallons).

Sailing characteristics

This section covers widely used rules of thumb to describe the sailing characteristics. Please note that even though the calculations are correct, the interpretation of the results might not be valid for extreme boats.

What is Capsize Screening Formula (CSF)?

The capsize screening value for Bavaria 30 is 2.15, indicating that this boat would not be accepted to participate in ocean races.

What is Theoretical Maximum Hull Speed?

The theoretical maximal speed of a displacement boat of this length is 6.7 knots. The term "Theoretical Maximum Hull Speed" is widely used even though a boat can sail faster. The term shall be interpreted as above the theoretical speed a great additional power is necessary for a small gain in speed.

The immersion rate is defined as the weight required to sink the boat a certain level. The immersion rate for Bavaria 30 is about 152 kg/cm, alternatively 855 lbs/inch. Meaning: if you load 152 kg cargo on the boat then it will sink 1 cm. Alternatively, if you load 855 lbs cargo on the boat it will sink 1 inch.

Sailing statistics

This section is statistical comparison with similar boats of the same category. The basis of the following statistical computations is our unique database with more than 26,000 different boat types and 350,000 data points.

What is Motion Comfort Ratio (MCR)?

What is L/B (Length Beam Ratio)?

What is a Ballast Ratio?

What is Displacement Length Ratio?

What is SA/D (Sail Area Displacement ratio)?

What is Relative Speed Performance?

Maintenance

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Bavaria Cruiser 30

The Bavaria Cruiser 30 is a popular mid-sized sailboat designed and built by Bavaria Yachts, a well-known German boat manufacturer. This sailboat has a sleek and modern design, with a spacious cockpit and comfortable interior living space. It measures 9.45 meters in length and has a beam of 3.29 meters, making it easy to handle and maneuver.

The Bavaria Cruiser 30 is a versatile sailboat that can be used for cruising, racing, or day sailing. It has a fully-battened mainsail and a furling jib, which make it easy to control and sail. The interior of the boat features two cabins, a fully-equipped galley, and a separate head with a shower. Overall, the Bavaria Cruiser 30 is a reliable and enjoyable sailboat that is ideal for both novice and experienced sailors who are looking for a comfortable and easy-to-handle vessel for coastal or inland sailing.

LOA: 31.08 ft LWL: 27.08 ft Beam: 10.75 ft Draft: 4.58 ft Displacement: 9240.00 lbs Ballast: 2220.00 lbs Hull type: Fin w/bulb & spade rudder Hull construction: FG Rigging type: Fractional Sloop

Bavaria Cruiser 30 for sale in the last 12 months

Below you'll find the latest Bavaria Cruiser 30 listings for the last 12 months. We compare the listing price with boats listed in the past and the color coding indicates if the price is good (green = below the average listing price) or more on the expensive side (red = seller is asking more than the average listing price).

Bavaria Cruiser 30 listing prices over time

Listing details.

Fin w/bulb & spade rudder

Specifications BAVARIA CRUISER 30

2005 - 31.08 ft / 9.47 m - Bavaria Yachts - J&J Design

BAVARIA CRUISER 30 Sailboat Data

Hull Type: Fin w/bulb & spade rudder Rigging Type: Fractional Sloop LOA: 31.08 ft / 9.47 m LWL: 27.08 ft / 8.25 m S.A. (reported): 400.00 ft² / 37.16 m² Beam: 10.75 ft / 3.28 m Displacement: 9,240.00 lb / 4,191 kg Ballast: 2,220.00 lb / 1,007 kg Max Draft: 4.58 ft / 1.40 m Construction: FG First Built: 2005 Last Built: 2007 Builder: Bavaria Yachts Designer: J&J Design

Information from  sailboatdata.com .

Type Engine: Diesel HP: 18 Fuel: 25 gals / 95 L Water: 40 gals / 151 L Hull Speed: 6.97 kn

Bavaria 30 Cruiser

2 total cabins

0 bathrooms

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Our team of designers and boat builders really have thought of everything: The twin steering wheel with the best allround visibility for the helmsman, a functional cockpit table, the biggest bathing platform on the market and much more..

Best equipment in the right places

The perfect sailing yacht also needs the best equipment from well‐known producers.

• XXL-bathing platform
• Twin steering wheel
• Steering pedestal with GPS plotter
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• Foldable XXL-cockpit table
• Genoa winches
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• Anchor locker
• Bow roller for anchor

Technical data

Designes for the best of times - your leisure time..

Like a terrace and a sailing workstation in one – that is the cockpit area on the BAVARIA CRUISER 34. With enough room for everything, it is equally suitable for relaxing during breaks at sea and in ports as well as for performing the job of sailing itself. With ergonomic cockpit seats that stave off fatigue even after several hours – and make relaxing even more relaxed.

VPP sail performance at 16 kn true wind speed; deep keel 2.02 m.

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• Dimension: 9.45 m x 3.29 m x 1.40 m
• Build: 2006
• Engine: Volvo Penta 19 pk
• Sleeps 4/6, two cabin
• GENUA New 2014/ mainsail 2016
• Mainsail with lazy bag
• Electric anchor winch
• outside shower cold
• Furuno GPS/ Garmin chartplotter
• Elektrische heating
• Steering wheel
• Log/Depth sounder

The Bavaria 30 cruiser is a real family yacht, spacious and comfortable. The yacht has 2 spacious cabins for 2 x 2 persons and possibly two sleeping places on the sofas in the salon. The ship is equipped with a lazy bag and furling Genoa for comfortable sailing. A large fixed table outside, large navigation area and a tv with dvd player. Guantanamera has received new thicker mattresses in 2019 for extra sleeping comfort.

Charterprice

Charterprice incl. Vat, all risk insurance, gas, service pack and harbour fee Yerseke. Safety diposit cash or credit card.

Extra Cost:

• Endcleaning € 90,-
• bed linnen included

Charter period

• Week: Friday 16.00 uur t/m Friday 10.00 uur
• Weekend: Friday 15.00 uur t/m Monday 11.00 uur 60% van de week price
• Midweek: Monday 14.00 uur t/m Friday 11.00 uur 55% van de week price
• Day charter : 9.00 uur t/m 18.00 uur
• 11 days: Monday 16.00 uur t/m Friday 11.00 uur 130% van de week price

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The theoretical maximum speed that a displacement hull can move efficiently through the water is determined by it's waterline length and displacement. It may be unable to reach this speed if the boat is underpowered or heavily loaded, though it may exceed this speed given enough power. Read more.

Classic hull speed formula:

Hull Speed = 1.34 x √LWL

Max Speed/Length ratio = 8.26 ÷ Displacement/Length ratio .311 Hull Speed = Max Speed/Length ratio x √LWL

Sail Area / Displacement Ratio

A measure of the power of the sails relative to the weight of the boat. The higher the number, the higher the performance, but the harder the boat will be to handle. This ratio is a "non-dimensional" value that facilitates comparisons between boats of different types and sizes. Read more.

SA/D = SA ÷ (D ÷ 64) 2/3

• SA : Sail area in square feet, derived by adding the mainsail area to 100% of the foretriangle area (the lateral area above the deck between the mast and the forestay).
• D : Displacement in pounds.

Ballast / Displacement Ratio

A measure of the stability of a boat's hull that suggests how well a monohull will stand up to its sails. The ballast displacement ratio indicates how much of the weight of a boat is placed for maximum stability against capsizing and is an indicator of stiffness and resistance to capsize.

Ballast / Displacement * 100

Displacement / Length Ratio

A measure of the weight of the boat relative to it's length at the waterline. The higher a boat’s D/L ratio, the more easily it will carry a load and the more comfortable its motion will be. The lower a boat's ratio is, the less power it takes to drive the boat to its nominal hull speed or beyond. Read more.

D/L = (D ÷ 2240) ÷ (0.01 x LWL)³

• D: Displacement of the boat in pounds.
• LWL: Waterline length in feet

Comfort Ratio

This ratio assess how quickly and abruptly a boat’s hull reacts to waves in a significant seaway, these being the elements of a boat’s motion most likely to cause seasickness. Read more.

Comfort ratio = D ÷ (.65 x (.7 LWL + .3 LOA) x Beam 1.33 )

• D: Displacement of the boat in pounds
• LOA: Length overall in feet
• Beam: Width of boat at the widest point in feet

Capsize Screening Formula

This formula attempts to indicate whether a given boat might be too wide and light to readily right itself after being overturned in extreme conditions. Read more.

CSV = Beam ÷ ³√(D / 64)

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