Beneteau Oceanis 30.1 vs 2016 Dehler 30 OD — Comparison
Beneteau Oceanis 30.1
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Beneteau Oceanis 30.1 | 2016 Dehler 30 OD |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Beneteau | Dehler |
| Year | 2019 | 2016 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Germany |
| Designer | Marc Lombard | Judel/Vrolijk |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.53 m (31.3 ft) | 9.45 m (31.0 ft) |
| LWL | 8.65 m (28.4 ft) | 8.60 m (28.2 ft) |
| Beam | 3.10 m (10.2 ft) | 2.98 m (9.8 ft) |
| Draft | 1.65 m (5.4 ft) | 1.95 m (6.4 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,300 kg (9,480 lbs) | 3,700 kg (8,157 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,350 kg (2,976 lbs) | 1,350 kg (2,976 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 43.0 m² (463 ft²) | 46.0 m² (495 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 21 HP | 15 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 100 L (26.4 gal) | 35 L (9.2 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 150 L (39.6 gal) | 60 L (15.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 4 | 4 |
| Cabins | 1 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Beneteau Oceanis 30.1 and 2016 Dehler 30 OD represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Beneteau Oceanis 30.1 is a modern design by Beneteau from France, while the 2016 Dehler 30 OD is a modern offering from Dehler from Germany. The Beneteau Oceanis 30.1 was penned by Marc Lombard. The 2016 Dehler 30 OD was designed by Judel/Vrolijk.
In terms of size, the Beneteau Oceanis 30.1 measures 9.53m (31.3ft) overall with a beam of 3.10m, compared to the 2016 Dehler 30 OD at 9.45m (31.0ft) with a 2.98m beam. The Beneteau Oceanis 30.1 is 0.08m longer than the 2016 Dehler 30 OD. The Beneteau Oceanis 30.1 displaces approximately 16% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Beneteau Oceanis 30.1 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.52 and 43.0 m² of sail area. The 2016 Dehler 30 OD, with an SA/D of 19.54 and 46.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2016 Dehler 30 OD has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Beneteau Oceanis 30.1 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 18.4) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.76). The 2016 Dehler 30 OD has a comfort ratio of 16.9 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 31.4% for the Beneteau Oceanis 30.1 and 36.5% for the 2016 Dehler 30 OD, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Beneteau Oceanis 30.1 provides 4 berths in 1 cabin with 150L of water capacity and 100L of fuel. The 2016 Dehler 30 OD offers 4 berths in 1 cabin with 60L water and 35L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Beneteau Oceanis 30.1 is the better choice for comfortable cruising thanks to its higher comfort ratio, offering a gentler motion at sea that crews will appreciate on longer passages.
For racing: The 2016 Dehler 30 OD has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: Both boats provide similar accommodation, making either a viable choice for living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.
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