Test drive of fast and compact sailing yacht Dufour 310

If you are looking for a 30ft / 9m yacht, then you already know that almost all shipyards can offer a boat in this size and usually as an "entry level" model. But despite a lot of competition, the Dufour 310 is confidently leading in its niche.

Test drive of fast and compact sailing yacht Dufour 310

A 5-point wind (16-20 knots) from the east welcomed the boat as it passed the bridge between Drakes Island and Cornwall into Plymouth Sound under engine Volvo with SailDrive 20 HP at 2500 rpm. During the test drive, the wind strength dropped slightly to 4 points. Outside the breakwater at Plymouth, there was little swell and long waves that reached 1 foot in height. The test yacht was equipped with a single reef in the mainsail and a fully automatic staysail.

Dufour 310 handled the conditions well. The helm was easy to handle and the boat remained in control thanks to its dual rudders, while the twin rudders provide incomparable steering precision. While the helm may seem unstable next to the transom, in practice it proves to be very reliable and safe.

Test drive of fast and compact sailing yacht Dufour 310

Sailing yacht Dufour Grand Large 310 features a robust fiberglass hull and a foam-filled sandwich panel deck. The sails are easy to handle as the sail plan is very simple. Genoa, with sheets and large main winches, are optional. The boom sheet is controlled with a bridle rope in front of the gangway and the sheet is returned to the winch Lewmar 30 on the roof of the cabin on the port side.

There is also a bowsprit option that connects to the nasal shaft on the starboard side. Aft has a storage cabinet for tanks, and a folding bathing platform that has a removable handle to help you get out of the water via a bathing ladder.

Test drive of fast and compact sailing yacht Dufour 310

Cockpit wide enough to accommodate five crew members including the skipper. Salon very cozy, it can comfortably accommodate up to six people. The seats are long, up to two meters, and the backrests are at a comfortable angle. Dinner table can accommodate freely from four to six guests.

Light enters in through fixed top windows and when the double front doors open, there is a sense of space that is considered a luxury for yachts of this size. There are two light sources installed in the cabin, although even in cloudy or rainy weather, you can safely relax or read all day without turning on the light.

The double door of the bow double cabin can be opened both inward and outward, and the berth in the aft cabin is quite long. The forward cabin is suitable for children, or those under 5 feet / 1.55 meters. Cabins designed with wide fore and aft portholes, which gives an even more pleasant atmosphere inside at any time of the day.

L-shaped galley equipped with a sink, refrigerator, stove, cupboard and hanging cupboards. The engine room is on the starboard side. Navigator's table located facing the stern. There is a hole at the base of the hanging compartment and a power outlet just below it, so no cables should come out of the chart table cover if you're using a laptop.

Monohull sailing yacht Dufour 310 It stands out for its dual helm and steering gear that impress with balance and stability, as well as a sense of feedback. The galley is very cleverly designed and the salon has been transformed into a comfortable, versatile area. The cabin's overhead windows let in so much light, and while they are optional, like the oak interior, you will definitely want to customize them.

Three keel versions are available: fixed 1.9m, 1.6m and 0.98m in compromise version. The latter option opens up great opportunities in shallow water.

Dufour Grand Large 310 Is a small sailboat with the character and all the features of the larger model. Easy to operate and nimble enough. This boat is not without technology, style and the same level of comfort as the other models in the line. Dufour grand large.

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Available in three versions: Day Sail, Liberty and Adventure and is ideal for couples and families with children, as well as for lovers of small boats. This model is a harmonious alliance of smart design and love of yachting, which makes it pleasant for life and travel!