Beneteau 30 ES Fractional Sloop
Description
The Beneteau First 30 ES (Easy Sloop) is a high-performance fractional sloop designed by Jean Berret and built by Beneteau in France from 1981 to 1984. As the racing-oriented evolution of the First 30 E, it was optimized for IOR 1/2-ton class competition, featuring a lead keel and fractional rig for agile upwind sailing while maintaining cruiser-friendly traits. Approximately 100 units were produced, many still active in club racing or coastal day sails. It's celebrated for its lightweight responsiveness and balance, making it a "fun, competitive pocket rocket" for solo or small crews—ideal for protected waters or entry-level offshore racing.
Construction Details
| Designer | Jean Berret |
|---|---|
| Builder | Beneteau |
| Length | 30.500 ft |
| LOA | 30.500 ft |
| LWL | 26.970 ft |
| Beam | 10.660 ft |
| Displacement | 6834 lb |
| Ballast | 2976 lb |
| Max Draft | 5.580 ft |
| Year Built | 1981 |
The standard boat dimensions
| i | 42.39 ft |
|---|---|
| j | 10.80 ft |
| p | 37 ft |
| e | 12 ft |
| p2 | - |
| e2 | - |
| i2 | - |
| j2 | - |
| I | J | P | E | P2 | E2 | I2 | J2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42.39 ft | 10.80 ft | 37 ft | 12 ft | - | - | - | - |
Sails
Beneteau 30 ES Fractional Sloop - MAINSAIL
| Luff | * 37 ft - (11278 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 12 ft - (3658 mm) |
| Leech | * 38.14 ft - (11625 mm) |
| Tack Angle | * 88.02 ° |
| Diagonal | * 38.5 ft - (11735 mm) |
| Head (inches) | * 5.25 in - (133 mm) |
| Area | * 226.63 ft² |
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Beneteau 30 ES Fractional Sloop - JIBSAIL
| Luff | 35 ft - (10668 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 13.85 ft - (4221 mm) |
| Leech | * 31.43 ft - (9580 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 115 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 12.42 ft - (3786 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 11.97 ° |
| Area | * 217.36 ft² |
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Beneteau 30 ES Fractional Sloop - GENOA
| Luff | 41.56 ft - (12667 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 17.06 ft - (5200 mm) |
| Leech | * 39.67 ft - (12091 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 150 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 16.2 ft - (4938 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 3.98 ° |
| Area | * 336.63 ft² |
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Beneteau 30 ES Fractional Sloop - SPINNAKER
| Stays | * 41.56 ft - (12667 mm) |
|---|---|
| MidGirth | * 19.44 ft - (5925 mm) |
| Foot | * 19.44 ft - (5925 mm) |
| Perc LP | * 180 % |
| Area | * 687 ft² |
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