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Shipman Murena 30-Test
Sailing yacht · 29 ft (9 m) · Switzerland
Expertenbewertung
Technische Daten
- Werft
- Shipman
- Modell
- Murena 30
- Länge
- 29 ft (9 m)
Urteil
The Shipman Murena 30 is a compact 1970s fiberglass cruiser with a sensible masthead-sloop layout and straightforward systems. It suits coastal cruising and short-handed sailing more than modern expectations of space, speed, or onboard amenities.
Vorteile
- +Established Håkan Södergren design with proven 1970s cruising proportions
- +Compact size is easier to berth and maintain than larger cruisers
- +Simple auxiliary power and conventional sail plan keep upkeep manageable
- +Five berths make it usable for family or small-group cruising
Nachteile
- −Older design means limited interior volume by modern standards
- −Conflicting published specs make precise equipment and layout verification difficult
- −Modest engine power is fine for harbor use but not a strong motoring setup
- −Likely basic original systems unless substantially refit
The Shipman Murena 30 is a traditional small cruising sailboat from the 1970s, built in fiberglass and arranged as a masthead sloop. Its proportions reflect the era: practical rather than spacious, with an emphasis on simple cruising and manageable ownership. For buyers, the model’s age means condition and refit history matter as much as the design itself.
On the water, this kind of 30-foot cruiser typically offers balanced, predictable handling and adequate performance for coastal sailing, especially with a crew that values simplicity over outright pace. The sailplan should be easy to understand and efficient enough for everyday use, while the small auxiliary engine is best viewed as a harbor and calm-weather support tool rather than a strong motoring package.
Accommodation is best described as compact and utilitarian. The listed five berths and three cabins suggest usable sleeping capacity, but privacy, storage, and headroom are likely limited compared with newer boats. That makes the Murena 30 more suitable for weekend or short-trip cruising than extended liveaboard comfort.
Overall value depends heavily on condition. A well-maintained or sensibly updated example can be an appealing entry into classic cruising ownership, but buyers should verify the actual engine, tankage, and interior arrangement before comparing it with other 30-foot yachts.


