1982 Freedom 28
LOA
8.53m (28.0ft)
Beam
2.84m (9.3ft)
Displacement
2,495kg (5,501lbs)
Year
1982–1988
Manufacturer
Freedom
Full Specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Overall (LOA) | 8.53 m | 28.0 ft |
| Length Waterline (LWL) | 7.01 m | 23.0 ft |
| Beam | 2.84 m | 9.3 ft |
| Draft | 1.14 m | 3.7 ft |
| Mast Height | 10.50 m | 34.4 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 2,495 kg | 5,501 lbs |
| Ballast | 907 kg | 2,000 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 29.0 m² | 312 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Sloop | |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | |
| Keel Type | Fin | |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 10 HP | |
| Fuel Capacity | 38 L | 10.0 gal |
| Water Capacity | 57 L | 15.1 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 5 | |
| Cabins | 1 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | Garry Hoyt | |
| Country of Origin | USA | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
16.02
Moderate — adequate for cruising
Ballast Ratio
36.4%
Moderate — good balance of stability and performance
Capsize Screening Ratio
0.84 Offshore Capable
Excellent — suitable for offshore passages
Lower is better. Values below 2.0 are considered suitable for offshore sailing.
Comfort Ratio
17.1
Spartan — racing-oriented, uncomfortable in a seaway
About the 1982 Freedom 28
The Freedom 28 is a unique cat-rigged cruiser with an unstayed carbon mast. Her gun-mount rotating mast simplifies sail handling to the point where any beginner can sail her confidently.