1975 Cape Dory 28
LOA
8.53m (28.0ft)
Beam
2.69m (8.8ft)
Displacement
3,175kg (7,000lbs)
Year
1975–1983
Manufacturer
Cape Dory
Full Specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Overall (LOA) | 8.53 m | 28.0 ft |
| Length Waterline (LWL) | 6.55 m | 21.5 ft |
| Beam | 2.69 m | 8.8 ft |
| Draft | 1.22 m | 4.0 ft |
| Mast Height | 11.50 m | 37.7 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 3,175 kg | 7,000 lbs |
| Ballast | 1,361 kg | 3,000 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 33.5 m² | 361 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Sloop | |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | |
| Keel Type | Full | |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 15 HP | |
| Fuel Capacity | 45 L | 11.9 gal |
| Water Capacity | 57 L | 15.1 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 5 | |
| Cabins | 1 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | Carl Alberg | |
| Country of Origin | USA | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
15.76
Moderate — adequate for cruising
Ballast Ratio
42.9%
Heavy ballast — very stiff and stable
Capsize Screening Ratio
0.73 Offshore Capable
Excellent — suitable for offshore passages
Lower is better. Values below 2.0 are considered suitable for offshore sailing.
Comfort Ratio
25.6
Moderate — acceptable for coastal cruising
About the 1975 Cape Dory 28
The Cape Dory 28 is the quintessential Carl Alberg design — a heavy, full-keel cruiser built like a tank. Beloved for her seakindly motion and traditional beauty.