1983 Sabre 28
LOA
8.53m (28.0ft)
Beam
2.90m (9.5ft)
Displacement
3,402kg (7,500lbs)
Year
1983–1990
Manufacturer
Sabre
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 | 2.90 m | 9.5 ft |
| Draft | 1.37 m | 4.5 ft |
| Mast Height | 11.80 m | 38.7 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 3,402 kg | 7,500 lbs |
| Ballast | 1,361 kg | 3,000 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 35.3 m² | 380 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Sloop | |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | |
| Keel Type | Fin | |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 15 HP | |
| Fuel Capacity | 45 L | 11.9 gal |
| Water Capacity | 76 L | 20.1 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 5 | |
| Cabins | 1 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | Roger Hewson | |
| Country of Origin | USA | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
15.86
Moderate — adequate for cruising
Ballast Ratio
40.0%
Heavy ballast — very stiff and stable
Capsize Screening Ratio
0.77 Offshore Capable
Excellent — suitable for offshore passages
Lower is better. Values below 2.0 are considered suitable for offshore sailing.
Comfort Ratio
22.7
Moderate — acceptable for coastal cruising
About the 1983 Sabre 28
The Sabre 28 is a beautifully built Maine cruiser with outstanding quality and attention to detail. A superb coastal cruiser that ages gracefully and holds its value.