The X-Yachts X-302 MkII 1994 vs X-Yachts X-312 Fractional rigging Fractional rigging 1989 comparison sits squarely in the category of decisions where specs alone won't tell the whole story — intended use, storage, and long-term ownership costs all factor in.

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — X-Yachts X-302 MkII 1994 at 30,8 ft versus X-Yachts X-312 Fractional rigging Fractional rigging 1989 at 30,4 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the X-Yachts X-302 MkII 1994 tips the scales at 7 937 lbs — 540 lbs more than the X-Yachts X-312 Fractional rigging Fractional rigging 1989 at 7 397 lbs. That difference is meaningful if you're working within a half-ton or three-quarter-ton truck's tow rating, especially once you factor in a motor, gear, and fuel.

Both boats are rated for 9 passengers — a good fit for a family of four or five plus guests. Comfort at capacity is another matter; the longer hull typically means more seat options and better weight distribution.

Both boats sit in a similar displacement bracket — 7 937 lbs for the X-Yachts X-302 MkII 1994 and 7 397 lbs for the X-Yachts X-312 Fractional rigging Fractional rigging 1989. Comparable displacement means broadly similar seakeeping behaviour and load capacity, though hull form and ballast ratio will still produce noticeably different sailing characteristics.

Both boats draw a similar depth — 5,7 ft and 5,7 ft respectively. Marina access and anchorage options should be broadly equivalent between the two.

The X-Yachts X-302 MkII 1994 uses Sloop rigging.

Hull speed is rated at 6,9 knots for the X-Yachts X-302 MkII 1994 and 6,7 knots for the X-Yachts X-312 Fractional rigging Fractional rigging 1989.