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Corinthian 28
Designer: C. A. Martzoucos  ·  Builder: Olympic Yachts Ltd. (Can)  ·  First built: 1967
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About the Corinthian 28

Built during the 1970s as an affordable entry into coastal cruising, this 28-footer represents the era's emphasis on practical family sailing. The Corinthian 28 emerged from a period when fiberglass construction was becoming standardized, allowing builders to offer seaworthy designs at accessible price points for the growing recreational sailing market. Despite limited available specifications today, the boat's reputation among owners suggests solid construction typical of its generation. The design prioritizes interior volume and stability over pure performance, making it well-suited for weekend coastal cruising and protected water sailing. Its moderate proportions indicate a forgiving boat for developing sailors while still capable of handling typical coastal conditions. The Corinthian 28's strengths lie in its straightforward sailing characteristics and practical layout. Owners often praise its steady helm and predictable behavior in varying conditions. While not designed for racing or extended offshore passages, the boat serves admirably for day sailing, short coastal hops, and learning the fundamentals of cruising. Today, these boats represent an economical entry point into sailboat ownership, though prospective buyers should carefully evaluate individual examples given the age of the design and varying maintenance histories across the fleet.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 27.75 ft / 8.46 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 21.25 ft / 6.48 m
Beam 8.67 ft / 2.64 m
Max Draft 3.75 ft / 1.14 m
Displacement 6,860.00 lb / 3,112 kg
Ballast 2,400.00 lb / 1,089 kg
Ballast Type Lead
Design & Construction
Hull Type Long Keel
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer C. A. Martzoucos
Builder Olympic Yachts Ltd. (CAN)
First Built 1967
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Performance Ratios
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
34.99
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
319.15
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. 3.95 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 15.47
J (Foretriangle Base) 10.50 ft / 3.20 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 348.00 ft² / 32.33 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) Universal
Engine & Accommodations
Fuel Capacity 30 gals / 114 L
Water Capacity 32 gals / 121 L
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