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NEWPORT 28-2

Masthead Sloop • Fin w/spade rudder • Built 1982–1987

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Dimensions

LOA
28 ft
LWL
23.5 ft
Beam
9.75 ft
Max Draft
5.18 ft
Displacement
7,000 lbs
Ballast
3,200 lbs

Performance Ratios

Capsize Ratio ⓘ
2.04 (use caution offshore)
SA/D Ratio ⓘ
17.3
D/L Ratio ⓘ
241
Ballast Ratio ⓘ
45.7%

Sail Plan

Sail Area
395 sq ft
I
38 ft
J
12 ft
P
32.5 ft
E
10.25 ft

Construction

Hull Type
Fin w/spade rudder
Rig Type
Masthead Sloop
Hull Material
FG
Ballast Type

Production

First Built
1982
Last Built
1987
Number Built
1000

Engine & Accommodations

Engine Make
Yanmar
Engine Type
Diesel
Water
25 gal
Fuel
20 gal
Notes: Based on the same hull as the NEWPORT 28-1, this version featured an updated rudder and keel as well as completely redesigned coach roof and interior. The NEWPORT 28 was hugely successful with more than 1000 boats built (including both versions).

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