Indicative figures only: All dollar figures are AUD planning bands from this site's open cost model, which has not been validated against current Australian quotes. See the editorial policy for how the model works. Always get itemised quotes.
Quick answer
For a 30-foot (about 9.1 m) monohull, the model's band for standing rigging in 1x19 stainless is about $6,800 to $11,100. Crane, yard, furler service, chainplates and running rigging are usually extra and can together add a similar amount again.
Standing rigging by material (30 ft)
| Material | Indicative band (AUD) |
|---|---|
| 1x19 stainless | $6,800 – $11,100 |
| Compact strand | $8,900 – $14,400 |
| Synthetic / Dyneema | $10,600 – $17,200 |
| Rod | $13,700 – $22,200 |
Common add-ons (30 ft)
| Add-on | Indicative band (AUD) |
|---|---|
| Unstep mast and crane | $1,600 – $3,400 |
| Yard / hardstand time | $1,100 – $2,700 |
| Furler strip and service | $900 – $2,700 |
| Chainplate inspection | $1,100 – $4,900 |
| Running rigging renewal | $1,900 – $4,500 |
| Tuning and sea trial | $500 – $1,200 |
Build your own combination with the re-rig cost estimator.
Worked example: a typical 30-foot mast-out re-rig
Using the same model as the estimator, a common scope for a 30-foot monohull adds up like this:
| Scope | Indicative total (AUD) |
|---|---|
| Core: 1x19 standing rigging, mast unstep and crane, yard time, furler service, tuning | $10,900 – $21,100 |
| Full: core scope plus chainplate inspection and complete running rigging | $13,900 – $30,500 |
At 30 feet many boats can be re-rigged mast-up, which removes the crane and yard lines. If the forestay is inside an old furler, or chainplates have never been pulled, the fuller scope is the safer budget.
Questions to ask when you get quotes
- Are toggles, clevis pins and turnbuckles new or re-used?
- Is the forestay inside the furler being replaced, and is the foil being cut to suit?
- Who books and pays for the crane and hardstand?
- Are chainplates being removed and inspected, or only looked at from the deck?
- Is a follow-up re-tension after the first sail included?
See how to compare rigging quotes and how to budget for a re-rig.
Boats this size in Australia
Thirty feet is one of the most common sizes on Australian moorings. It includes many older locally built boats — see classic Australian production yachts — as well as imported cruisers such as Catalina, Beneteau and Jeanneau models.
What moves the price at this size
- Mast in or out. Many 30-footers can be re-rigged with the mast stepped, saving the crane and yard lines.
- Chainplates. On older boats, chainplates are frequently the hidden cost; see chainplate replacement.
- Furler age. An old furler with discontinued parts may need replacing, not servicing.
- Location. Regional work adds travel; see yacht rigging around Australia.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to re-rig a 30-foot yacht in Australia?
On this site's indicative model, standing rigging alone in 1x19 stainless for a 30-foot yacht falls roughly between $6,800 and $11,100 AUD, before crane, yard, furler, chainplate and running-rigging work. Real quotes depend on the boat, location and scope, so treat this as a planning band, not a price.
Can a 30-foot yacht be re-rigged without taking the mast out?
Often, yes, especially for a like-for-like wire replacement, which saves crane and yard costs. A mast-out job gives better access to masthead and spreader fittings and is usually recommended if the rig's age is unknown or the forestay is inside a furler.