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Bente 28
Designer: Judel/Vrolijk & Co  ·  Builder: Bente Yachts (Ger)  ·  First built: 2022
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About the Bente 28

Launched in 2022 by German builder Bente Yachts, this modern 28-footer represents a sophisticated approach to compact coastal cruising and club racing. Designed by the renowned naval architecture firm Judel/Vrolijk & Co, known for their work on America's Cup yachts and high-performance cruisers, the Bente 28 incorporates advanced design elements typically found on much larger vessels. The yacht's construction utilizes vacuum-infused E-glass and foam core composite, delivering an exceptionally lightweight yet rigid hull that displaces just 7,055 pounds. The fin keel features a modern bulb design paired with dual rudders, providing excellent directional stability and reduced drag while sailing. This configuration, combined with a healthy sail area to displacement ratio of 25.93, suggests spirited performance in light to moderate conditions. With a fractional sloop rig and low comfort ratio of 19.65, the Bente 28 clearly prioritizes sailing performance over interior volume, making it ideal for day sailing, weekend coastal cruising, and competitive racing. The relatively high capsize screening value of 2.05 indicates this boat is best suited for protected waters and near-coastal sailing rather than extended offshore passages. The compact 16-horsepower auxiliary engine provides adequate power for maneuvering in harbors and calm conditions.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 28.38 ft / 8.65 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 25.69 ft / 7.83 m
Beam 9.81 ft / 2.99 m
Max Draft 5.25 ft / 1.60 m
Displacement 7,054.79 lb / 3,200 kg
Ballast 2,193.60 lb / 995 kg
Ballast Type Cast iron
Sail Area (Reported) 594.17 ft² / 55.20 m²
Headroom 6.17 ft / 1.88 m
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/bulb & dual rudders
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction GRP/ Infusion, E-Glass/Foam Core
Designer judel/vrolijk & co
Builder Bente Yachts (GER)
First Built 2022
Related Sailboats ["J28" · "Ericson 28" · "Cc 29 2" · "Alerion Express 28" · "Laser 28"]
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Performance Ratios
SA/Displacement Sail Area to Displacement ratio measures how much sail power a boat has relative to its weight. Higher values mean more performance and speed.
Under 14 — Heavy cruiser, slow14–18 — Cruising sailboat18–22 — Cruiser/racerOver 22 — Performance racer
 25.93
Ballast/Displacement Ballast to Displacement ratio shows what percentage of the boat's total weight is ballast. Higher values generally mean better initial stability and stiffer sail carrying.
30–35% — Typical cruiser35–45% — Stiff performance boatOver 45% — Racing oriented
 31.09
Displacement/Length Displacement to Length ratio measures how heavy a boat is relative to its waterline length. Lower values mean a lighter, faster boat.
Under 100 — Ultralight racer100–200 — Light cruiser/racer200–300 — Moderate cruiser300–400 — Heavy cruiserOver 400 — Very heavy
 185.76
Comfort Ratio Ted Brewer's Comfort Ratio predicts how comfortable a boat will feel in offshore conditions. Higher values mean a steadier, more comfortable motion in a seaway.
Under 20 — Uncomfortably rough20–30 — Acceptable coastal30–40 — Good offshore comfortOver 40 — Very comfortable offshore
 19.65
Capsize Screening Formula The USHS Capsize Screening Formula estimates offshore capsize risk. Lower is safer — values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing.
Under 2.0 — Safe for offshore2.0–2.2 — Borderline offshoreOver 2.2 — Coastal use recommended
 2.05
Hull Speed Hull Speed is the theoretical maximum speed of a displacement hull, calculated from waterline length. Most cruising sailboats reach this speed in moderate conditions. 6.79 kn
Pounds/Inch Immersion Pounds per Inch Immersion (PPI) tells you how much weight is needed to sink the boat one inch. Useful for calculating how additional gear and stores affect waterline. 900.49 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
Mast Height (DWL) 44.29 ft / 13.50 m
Engine & Accommodations
Engine Make Vetus
Engine Type Diesel
Horsepower 16
Fuel Capacity 16 gals / 60 L
Water Capacity 16 gals / 60 L
How It Compares

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Dimensions
LOA
Bente 28 ★
28.4 ft
Alerion Express 28
28.3 ft
Cc 29 2
28.5 ft
Ericson 28
28.5 ft
LWL
Bente 28 ★
25.7 ft
Alerion Express 28
22.8 ft
Cc 29 2
22.3 ft
Ericson 28
24.2 ft
Beam
Bente 28 ★
9.8 ft
Alerion Express 28
8.2 ft
Cc 29 2
9.4 ft
Ericson 28
10.5 ft
Displacement
Bente 28 ★
7 lbs
Alerion Express 28
4 lbs
Cc 29 2
6 lbs
Ericson 28
7 lbs
Ballast
Bente 28 ★
2 lbs
Alerion Express 28
2 lbs
Cc 29 2
2 lbs
Ericson 28
3 lbs
Sail Area
Bente 28 ★
594 sq ft
Alerion Express 28
352 sq ft
Cc 29 2
396 sq ft
Ericson 28
422 sq ft
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Bente 28 ★
—
Alerion Express 28
168 s/nm
Cc 29 2
—
Ericson 28
180 s/nm
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Bente 28 ★
25.9
Alerion Express 28
21.0
Cc 29 2
17.9
Ericson 28
17.7
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Bente 28 ★
31.1 %
Alerion Express 28
—
Cc 29 2
40.3 %
Ericson 28
40.0 %
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Bente 28 ★
19.7
Alerion Express 28
16.9
Cc 29 2
21.6
Ericson 28
19.9
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Bente 28 ★
2.05
Alerion Express 28
2.00
Cc 29 2
2.00
Ericson 28
2.15
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Bente 28 ★
185
Alerion Express 28
—
Cc 29 2
268
Ericson 28
237
Hull Speed
Bente 28 ★
6.8 kts
Alerion Express 28
6.4 kts
Cc 29 2
6.3 kts
Ericson 28
6.6 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Bente 28 ★
—
Alerion Express 28
3.7
Cc 29 2
2.1
Ericson 28
2.3
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