Dufour Arpege 30
Masthead Sloop · Fin With Rudder On Skeg · 1966–1976
A record-breaking production of over 1500 units, this MORC-compliant racer-cruiser defined a new standard for the 30-foot class
Designed by Michel Dufour.
- LOA
- Beam
- Draft (max)
- Displacement
- Ballast
- Hull type
- Fin With Rudder On Skeg
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The Dufour Arpege 30, on the water
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Character
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A balanced, easily-driven cruiser — comfortable and forgiving for coastal work.
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Seen 3 times across one channel of the fleet.
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The Dufour Arpege 30 on video
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