LM30 - £19900- Motor Sailer bilge keel. 1988 Volvo 28

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Displacement

5,000–5,500 kg (approx. 11,000–12,100 lbs)

Ballast

2,000 kg (approx. 4,400 lbs)

Engine

Volvo Penta (typically 36–50 HP diesel

Fuel Capacity

~150 litres

Water Capacity

~200 litres

Rig Type

Masthead sloop

Sail Area

~40 m² (430 ft²)

Cabins

1 or 2 cabins + convertible saloon

Berths

4–6

Wheelhouse

Enclosed

Notable Features

• True motor-sailer with inside and outside helm positions.
• Full windscreen with enclosed deck saloon.
• Wide side decks for easy movement.
• Well-regarded for Scandinavian cruising – dry, warm, and safe.
• Often fitted with heating and shore power systems.
• Rugged, seaworthy and comfortable in Northern European conditions.

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The LM 30 is a well-regarded Danish motor sailer, known for its high build quality, safe cruising ability, and comfortable accommodations. Built by LM Yachts (LM Yachting A/S)—a company that began in the 1970s and specialized in robust Scandinavian-style motor sailers—the LM 30 is one of their larger and more seaworthy models.

• Deck Saloon Design: Offers panoramic visibility from the inside helm station—ideal for all-weather cruising.
• Twin Steering Positions: Interior and exterior helms for flexibility in adverse weather.
• Strong Motor-Sailing Performance: With a reliable inboard engine, it performs well under power, unlike many pure sailboats.
• Comfortable Accommodation:
   
  • Forward cabin with V-berth
  • Spacious saloon with galley and dining
  • Enclosed head/shower
  • 5–6 berth capacity

• Sailing Performance: Better than you’d expect from a motor sailer, though not a racer. Performs best in moderate conditions.
• Engine Reliance: Most LM 30 owners cruise under power in light airs and enjoy the security of a powerful diesel engine in challenging conditions.
• Stability & Safety: Deep cockpit, high freeboard, and sturdy construction make it suitable for coastal and some offshore cruising.

Fenders 4

Warps several

Yanmar 260 Dinghy

Life jackets 4

Cockpit cushions full set