LM Pilothouse 30
Description
The LM Pilothouse 30 (commonly called the LM 30) is a classic Danish-built motorsailer/pilothouse sloop from LM Glasfiber A/S (Denmark), produced from 1977 to 1990 with around 311 units built. It's renowned for its all-weather capability, combining solid sailing performance with the protection of an enclosed pilothouse (wheelhouse) — ideal for cooler climates, extended coastal cruising, or passage making in variable conditions like the Pacific Northwest, North Sea, or Great Lakes. The design prioritizes practicality, comfort, and reliability over pure speed, making it a favorite among owners seeking year-round usability without sacrificing too much sail performance.
Construction Details
| Designer | Bent Juul Andersen |
|---|---|
| Builder | LM Glasfiber A/S (Denmark) |
| Length | 31.830 ft |
| LOA | 31.830 ft |
| LWL | 26.250 ft |
| Beam | 10.000 ft |
| Displacement | 11000 lb |
| Ballast | 4250 lb |
| Max Draft | 4.900 ft |
| Year Built | 1977 |
The standard boat dimensions
| i | 37.10 ft |
|---|---|
| j | 10.70 ft |
| p | 31.80 ft |
| e | 10.20 ft |
| p2 | - |
| e2 | - |
| i2 | - |
| j2 | - |
| I | J | P | E | P2 | E2 | I2 | J2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 37.10 ft | 10.70 ft | 31.80 ft | 10.20 ft | - | - | - | - |
Sails
LM Pilothouse 30 - MAINSAIL
| Luff | * 31.8 ft - (9693 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 10.2 ft - (3109 mm) |
| Leech | * 32.86 ft - (10016 mm) |
| Tack Angle | * 88 ° |
| Diagonal | * 33.06 ft - (10077 mm) |
| Head (inches) | * 4.5 in - (114 mm) |
| Area | * 167.31 ft² |
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LM Pilothouse 30 - JIBSAIL
| Luff | * 30.89 ft - (9415 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 13.94 ft - (4249 mm) |
| Leech | * 27.26 ft - (8309 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 114.95 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 12.3 ft - (3749 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 11.99 ° |
| Area | * 189.96 ft² |
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LM Pilothouse 30 - GENOA
| Luff | * 36.68 ft - (11180 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 17.09 ft - (5209 mm) |
| Leech | * 34.74 ft - (10589 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 150 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 16.05 ft - (4892 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 4 ° |
| Area | * 294.36 ft² |
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LM Pilothouse 30 - GENOA
| Luff | 35.67 ft - (10872 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | 14.75 ft - (4496 mm) |
| Leech | 33.5 ft - (10211 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 129.16 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 13.82 ft - (4212 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 4.36 ° |
| Area | * 246.49 ft² |
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LM Pilothouse 30 - ASYMMETRICAL
| Luff | * 36.68 ft - (11180 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 17.65 ft - (5380 mm) |
| Leech | * 33.75 ft - (10287 mm) |
| Perc LP | * 165 % |
| Area | * 486 ft² |
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