2016 Beneteau Swift Trawler 30
$265,000
Boat in San Francisco, CA 94107 US
Built in 2016
Swift Trawler 30
1 Engine (Volvo)
30 feet
Diesel
Fiberglass/Reinforced
The Swift Trawler 30 represents Beneteau's continuing quest to define the trawler as it should be.
Whether you're planning extended cruising, coastal adventures, or comfortable weekends aboard, this Swift Trawler 30 delivers the space, visibility, and ease of operation that has made this model one of the most sought-after compact cruising trawlers available.
The bright salon, well-equipped galley, private cabin, and separate shower provide true liveaboard comfort, while the flybridge with upper helm and seating offers the perfect command station underway or a relaxing space at anchor. Bow and stern thrusters make docking simple for couples or solo operators.
The Beneteau Swift Trawler 30 Flybridge is exciting because it combines the comfort and range of a traditional trawler with the speed and handling of a modern cruising boat. Instead of being slow and bulky like classic trawlers, it's designed as a "pocket passagemaker" that can cruise efficiently yet still reach planing speeds.
Here are the things that make it genuinely different.
1. A "Pocket Trawler" That's Actually Fast
Traditional trawlers usually cruise at 7-9 knots, but the Swift Trawler 30 can exceed 20 knots, which is unusual for a trawler-style boat.
Why this matters:
You can run quickly when weather changes
Reach destinations faster
Still cruise efficiently at displacement speeds
It's basically a hybrid: trawler comfort + express cruiser performance.
2. True Long-Range Capability for a 30-Foot Boat
Despite being compact (about 32'9" LOA), it has the range and autonomy of a much larger cruiser.
Typical capabilities:
Fuel capacity ~ 185-190 gallons
Range up to ~200 miles at cruising speed
Efficient single diesel Volvo Penta engine (300-370 hp)
That's why many owners use it for:
coastal cruising
multi-day trips
"Great Loop" style passages
3. A Real Flybridge on a Small Boat
Many 30-foot cruisers don't have a true flybridge.
The Swift Trawler 30 includes:
Upper helm station
Outdoor seating/lounge
Elevated visibility for navigation
This creates a second social space separate from the cabin.
It's perfect for:
warm-weather cruising
sightseeing
entertaining guests underway
4. Clever Convertible Cockpit Terrace
One of the most unique features is the transforming cockpit.
The aft cockpit can:
convert into a sea-terrace style lounge
create a large outdoor social space
blend indoor and outdoor living
This design is rare in boats under 35 feet.
5. Surprisingly Comfortable for Long Stays
The interior is designed like a mini expedition yacht.
Highlights include:
Separate shower in the single-cabin version
Convertible salon seating
Large windows for natural light
It can comfortably sleep 4 people
6. Built for Safe Movement at Sea
The boat was designed for practical cruising, not just marina hopping.
Safety features include:
High rails and pulpits
Wide starboard side deck
Handrails everywhere
Excellent helm visibility
This makes it much easier to handle short-handed or solo.
7. Why Many Boaters Find It "Exciting"
Owners often describe the Swift Trawler 30 as exciting because it gives you big-boat cruising freedom in a manageable size.
You get:
Bow and Stern thrusters
flybridge boating
real diesel range
comfortable living space
surprisingly good speed
simple single-engine operation
All in a 32-foot boat you can realistically own and handle yourself.
PACK ELECTRONIC
- Digital radar 4 Kw 48 MN
- Raymarine 240E double set DSC VHF coupled to AIS receiver only
RAYMARINE OTHER OPTIONS
- Complete mooring kit (Anchor Delta 12 kg - 4 Mooring ropes - 6 Fenders)
- Rear closure Cushions
- flybridge Bimini top
- Starboard cockpit and catwalk decked in solid plain wood
- White outside wheelhouse curtains
- 5,5KVA Electric generator
- Air conditioning 120 V 16,000 BTU in wheelhouse + 12,000 BTU for cabins
- Forced air heating
- Micro-wave oven
- Steel blue hull
- Flat screen TV
- Apple TV in both the Salon and the V Berth
- Shore freshwater supply
- Self-bailing cockpit
- 1 Locker in cockpit bottom gas piston assisted and lockable
- Gas cylinder locker
- Hot/cold water cockpit shower hose
- Cockpit gate in transom
- Plain solid wood decked swim platform
- 1 Stainless steel swimming ladder, in position
- 1 Access door to catwalk from cockpit with grey-tinted porthole
SALOON
- Height to deck beam: 1.96 m.
- Sofa convertible into double berth (1.20 m x 2.00 m)
- Removable Salon table
- Storage cupboards
- Cubby hole lockers
- 3 leaved aft window door with black lacquered aluminium frame
- Pillar in stainless steel
- Bose Sound System with Sony cockpit speakers
- Electrical panel 12 V / 120 V
- Shore power socket 120 V
- 2 Engine batteries 12 V 50 Ah
- 1 Service battery 12 V 140
- Battery charger
- 2 Sockets 12 V
- Interior lighting (Overhead lights, reading lights)
- Outside lighting (Navigation lights, Mooring light, Spot cockpit)
- Height to deck beam: 1.96 m.
- Includes: Work top
- 2 Stainless steel sinks with cold/hot water mixer taps under pressure
- 2 burner induction cooktop
- Electric refrigerator 130 L front opening (Supply 120 V/12 V)
- 2 refrigerators with freezers
- Cutlery drawer
- Storage
- Rubbish bin
- Shaft line propulsion
- Four blade propeller
- Single engine Cummins QSB5.9I - 425 HP (313 Kw)
- Fuel filter with decanter
- Sea water filter
- Engine room soundproofed with high density foam 40mm thick
- Air intakes for engine hold cooling, on deck
- Extinguisher
- Fuel tank deck filler Stainless steel
- Aluminium fuel tank(s) (Capacity 800 l)
- Steering system: Hung rudder, in stainless steel
- Hydraulic steering
- Electric trim tabs
- Composition: Sandwich (Polyester resin - Glass fibre / Balsa core)
- White gel-coat
- Structural hull counter moulding in monolithic laminate (Polyester resin - Glass fibre)
- Profile: Semi-floating hull
- Stainless steel guard sheer rail on hull
- Composition: Sandwich (Polyester resin - Glass fibre / Balsa core)
- White gel-coat
- Diamond tip type non-slip covering
- Structural counter moulding in monolithic laminate
DECK EQUIPMENT
- Gangway door to starboard
MOORING -ANCHORING
- Stainless steel bow fitting
- Stainless steel bow roller and swing
- 6 Mooring cleats (L 300mm)
- Stainless steel gunwale guards
- 1 Mooring locker with self-bailer
- Hood cover
- Flybridge self-bailing
- Stainless steel access ladder to flybridge with plain solid wood steps and handrails stainless steel
- polyester trap door with gas piston
- Stainless steel pulpit surrounding aft of flybridge
- Mast, Navigation light mounting, Radar, Aerials and deck spotlight
- Pilot console with control panel including: Electric engine controls*, Electric windlass control, Thruster* and Flaps
- Fuel gauge indicator
- Tiller angle indicator
- Navigation electronics
- Steering wheel Stainless steel
- Steering compass
- Hydraulic steering
- Fog horn
- Socket 12 V
- 1 Adjustable pilot seat
- flybridge saloon to port consisting of L-shaped bench seat with fitted storage space and removable plain table.
- Main engine: One Volvo Penta D6-3701 - F, 272 K w @ 3,500 pm
- Generator: One 7.5 Kw Onan model 6MKBJ-1100C, serial number H150859512, in a sound box in the lazarette,
- Fuel: 770 liter capacity in one aluminum tank located forward in the engine room
- Water: 300 liter capacity i n two plastic tanks located one per side i n the engine room, one deck fill fitting located t o port aft, marked "water"
- Holding: Unknown capacity in one plastic tank located t o starboard amidships, deck fitting located to starboard forward of amidships on the superstructure, marked "waste"
- A C system: 120 volt system, two 30A 12V shore power cords, two 30A 125V shore
power inlets to port on the transom
- DC system: 12 volt system, one Group 31 volt AGM battery in a secured covered box to
starboard by the generator, two West Marine 8A24M 12 volt AGM batteries secured i n
covered plastic boxes to port aft in the lazarette, three West Marine Group 24 12 volt
AGM batteries in secured plastic boxes with terminal covers located below the forward
steps, battery switches are located at the forward steps, two West Marine Group 24 12
volt AGM batteries in secured boxes with terminal covers located below the forward
berth.
The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/24/26 | Initial price | $265,000 |
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Customers praise the 2016 Beneteau Swift Trawler 30 for its impressive combination of comfort, performance, and style
Many highlight its spacious and well-designed interior, which offers excellent living space for a boat of its size. The trawler’s smooth and efficient handling, even in challenging conditions, receives frequent commendations. Users also appreciate the fuel efficiency and range, making it ideal for extended cruising. Overall, owners value the Swift Trawler 30 for its reliability, ease of use, and the seamless blend of modern amenities with classic trawler aesthetics.
The Biggest Pros and Cons
The 2016 Beneteau Swift Trawler 30 offers a blend of practical cruising features and stylish design, making it a popular choice among trawler enthusiasts. Here are some of the key pros and cons of this model:
Pros
Efficient Performance: Equipped with reliable engines, the Swift Trawler 30 delivers smooth and economical cruising, ideal for both coastal and longer passages.
Spacious Interior: Despite its compact size, the boat features a well-designed layout with comfortable sleeping accommodations, a functional galley, and a bright salon area.
Easy Handling: Thanks to its manageable size and responsive helm, the boat is easy to maneuver, even for less experienced pilots.
Robust Construction: Built by Beneteau, the vessel benefits from solid craftsmanship and quality materials, ensuring durability and safety.
Good Visibility: The elevated pilothouse and large windows provide excellent all-around visibility, enhancing navigation and onboard comfort.
Fuel Efficiency: The hull design and engine setup contribute to economical fuel consumption, making it cost-effective for cruising.
Cons
Limited Storage: While the interior is well-appointed, storage space can be somewhat limited for extended trips or larger gear.
Modest Speed: As a trawler designed for efficiency and comfort, it doesn’t offer high-speed capabilities, which may not suit those seeking faster performance.
Compact Galley: The galley, while functional, is relatively small, which might be a constraint for those who enjoy extensive onboard cooking.
Limited Headroom in Some Areas: Certain sections of the cabin may have restricted headroom, potentially causing discomfort for taller individuals.
Price Point: Compared to some competitors in the same category, the Swift Trawler 30 can be on the higher end of the price spectrum, reflecting its build quality and features.
Made For
The 2016 Beneteau Swift Trawler 30 is ideal for boating enthusiasts seeking a versatile and comfortable cruiser that combines efficient performance with practical living space. Perfect for couples or small families, this trawler is designed for extended coastal cruising, weekend getaways, or leisurely day trips. Its manageable size makes it easy to handle for both experienced and novice sailors, while its thoughtful layout and amenities provide a cozy and functional environment for those who value both style and functionality on the water.
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