Dufour 530

The sailing cruising yacht Dufour 530 is available in three different versions, depending on the purpose of the buyer and what kind of maneuverability he expects.

Easy

Easy version is designed for those yachtsmen who prefer simplicity in operation, as well as for the organizers of charter voyages, as it offers more beds and freedom of movement around the deck. The Easy version comes with a self-aligning boom and all lines lead to the clutches and winch at each helm, leaving the top of the cabin at the gangway clear of any obstruction. Maneuvering equipment is installed on the coamings.

Ocean

Ocean version are purchased by fans of the traditional style of sailing. This version adds a winch on either side of the gangway, where the halyards, reef and lines lead. Enjoy halyard and mainsail maneuvers on the roof and sheet maneuvers on the coamings.

Performance

Performance version is intended for yachtsmen who prefer regatta. Features of this package:

• instead of covering the middle part of the boom, the mainsail is attached to the cabin floor right in front of the helm;
• winches are installed to control the sails;
• hydraulic backstay;
• extended mast and boom;
• increased sail area.

What all layouts have in common is a spacious, well-equipped galley with a large table and sofas around it and a padded bench in the center that can accommodate up to 10 people. Large fridge, freezer, lots of storage space.

The basic layout of the living space is three cabins with three berths. The spacious owner's cabin is equipped with storage cabinets, a queen-size bed and a shower room. There is an option with a fourth cabin in the bow and an option with six cabins.