Back to Search
Cc 29 2
Designer: Cuthbertson & Cassian  ·  Builder: C&C Yachts  ·  First built: 1983
+ Add to Compare
About the Cc 29 2

Built during C&C Yachts' golden era from 1983 to 1986, this Cuthbertson & Cassian-designed 28.5-footer represents the Canadian builder's commitment to performance-oriented sailing. With 400 hulls produced during its four-year run, the C&C 29-2 found favor among sailors seeking a capable coastal cruiser with spirited sailing characteristics. The design showcases classic early-1980s styling with a fin keel and spade rudder configuration that delivers responsive handling and good upwind performance. Her masthead sloop rig and generous sail area of 396 square feet provide excellent light-air performance, while the moderate displacement of 6,700 pounds strikes a balance between stability and speed. The substantial ballast-to-displacement ratio contributes to solid sailing characteristics in varying conditions. This fiberglass construction emphasizes durability and low maintenance, hallmarks of C&C's reputation for quality builds. The boat's dimensions create a roomy cockpit and reasonable interior accommodations for weekend cruising or extended coastal passages. Her hull speed of 6.33 knots and favorable stability ratios make her well-suited for experienced sailors looking for an engaging sailing experience on protected waters and nearshore coastal cruising, though her moderate comfort ratio suggests she's optimized more for performance than extended liveaboard comfort.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 28.50 ft / 8.69 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 22.33 ft / 6.81 m
Beam 9.42 ft / 2.87 m
Max Draft 5.30 ft / 1.62 m
Displacement 6,700.00 lb / 3,039 kg
Ballast 2,700.00 lb / 1,225 kg
Ballast Type Lead
Sail Area (Reported) 396.00 ft² / 36.79 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Cuthbertson & Cassian
Builder C&C Yachts
First Built 1983
Last Built 1986
Number Built 400
Related Sailboats ["Ericson 28" · "Pearson 28 2" · "J28" · "Hunter 285" · "Sabre 28 3"]
Owner Reviews

No owner reviews yet — be the first to share your experience with this boat.

Known Issues & What to Watch For

No known issues documented for this model yet.

Own or have surveyed a Cc 29 2? Submit a known issue

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
 17.88
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
 40.3
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
 268.63
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
 21.59
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
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. 6.33 kn
S# (Speed Number) The Speed Number (S#) is a quick performance index. Higher values indicate a faster, more powerful design relative to its size.
Under 3.0 — Slow cruiser3.0–5.0 — Average cruiser5.0–7.0 — Performance cruiserOver 7.0 — Racer
 2.07
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. 751.60 pounds/inch
SA/Displacement (Calc) Calculated Sail Area to Displacement ratio using actual measured sail dimensions rather than reported values. More precise than the reported SA/Disp figure. 17.82
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 38.50 ft / 11.73 m
J (Foretriangle Base) 11.33 ft / 3.45 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 33.25 ft / 10.13 m
E (Mainsail Foot) 10.62 ft / 3.24 m
SA Fore 218.10 ft² / 20.26 m²
SA Main 176.56 ft² / 16.40 m²
SA Total (100%) 394.66 ft² / 36.67 m²
Est. Forestay Length 40.13 ft / 12.23 m
Engine & Accommodations
Engine Make Yanmar
Engine Model 2GMF
Engine Type Diesel
Fuel Capacity 20 gals / 76 L
Water Capacity 32 gals / 121 L
How It Compares

vs. Hunter 285, J28, Pearson 28 2

This boat Similar boats
Dimensions
LOA
Cc 29 2 ★
28.5 ft
Hunter 285
28.4 ft
J28
28.5 ft
Pearson 28 2
28.5 ft
LWL
Cc 29 2 ★
22.3 ft
Hunter 285
23.8 ft
J28
24.0 ft
Pearson 28 2
24.4 ft
Beam
Cc 29 2 ★
9.4 ft
Hunter 285
10.5 ft
J28
10.0 ft
Pearson 28 2
9.8 ft
Displacement
Cc 29 2 ★
6 lbs
Hunter 285
7 lbs
J28
7 lbs
Pearson 28 2
7 lbs
Ballast
Cc 29 2 ★
2 lbs
Hunter 285
3 lbs
J28
3 lbs
Pearson 28 2
2 lbs
Sail Area
Cc 29 2 ★
396 sq ft
Hunter 285
398 sq ft
J28
412 sq ft
Pearson 28 2
384 sq ft
Performance
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Cc 29 2 ★
17.9
Hunter 285
17.5
J28
16.7
Pearson 28 2
16.8
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Cc 29 2 ★
40.3 %
Hunter 285
42.9 %
J28
—
Pearson 28 2
36.4 %
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Cc 29 2 ★
21.6
Hunter 285
18.8
J28
22.4
Pearson 28 2
20.1
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Cc 29 2 ★
2.00
Hunter 285
2.20
J28
2.01
Pearson 28 2
2.06
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Cc 29 2 ★
268
Hunter 285
233
J28
—
Pearson 28 2
215
Hull Speed
Cc 29 2 ★
6.3 kts
Hunter 285
6.5 kts
J28
6.6 kts
Pearson 28 2
6.6 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Cc 29 2 ★
2.1
Hunter 285
2.4
J28
2.1
Pearson 28 2
2.5
Find a Cc 29 2 For Sale
Y YachtWorld Brokerage listings S Sailboat Listings Sailboats only C Craigslist National search F Facebook Marketplace Local listings B boats.com Global marketplace