Catalina 28
LOA
8.69m (28.5ft)
Beam
2.90m (9.5ft)
Displacement
2,812kg (6,199lbs)
Year
1998–2004
Manufacturer
Catalina
Full Specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Overall (LOA) | 8.69 m | 28.5 ft |
| Length Waterline (LWL) | 7.62 m | 25.0 ft |
| Beam | 2.90 m | 9.5 ft |
| Draft | 1.37 m | 4.5 ft |
| Mast Height | 11.00 m | 36.1 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 2,812 kg | 6,199 lbs |
| Ballast | 1,134 kg | 2,500 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 33.5 m² | 361 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Sloop | |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | |
| Keel Type | Fin | |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 15 HP | |
| Fuel Capacity | 57 L | 15.1 gal |
| Water Capacity | 95 L | 25.1 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | |
| Cabins | 1 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | Gerry Douglas | |
| Country of Origin | USA | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
17.09
Good — responsive and versatile
Ballast Ratio
40.3%
Heavy ballast — very stiff and stable
Capsize Screening Ratio
0.82 Offshore Capable
Excellent — suitable for offshore passages
Lower is better. Values below 2.0 are considered suitable for offshore sailing.
Comfort Ratio
16.6
Spartan — racing-oriented, uncomfortable in a seaway
About the Catalina 28
The Catalina 28 continued the brand's tradition of roomy and well-built coastal cruisers. Standing headroom, a full galley, and a private aft cabin make her a genuine live-aboard for her size.