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Corsair 28
Designer: Ian Farrier  ·  Builder: Corsair Marine  ·  First built: 2001
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About the Corsair 28

Built during an era when performance-oriented cruising boats were gaining popularity, this 28-foot sailboat represents a thoughtful approach to coastal sailing and weekend cruising. While detailed specifications remain elusive, the Corsair 28's design philosophy appears focused on delivering a balanced sailing experience that appeals to both recreational sailors and those seeking modest performance capabilities. The boat's moderate displacement and traditional lines suggest it was engineered for comfortable coastal cruising rather than aggressive racing, though its proportions indicate respectable sailing characteristics in a variety of conditions. The accommodation layout likely prioritizes livability for weekend getaways and extended coastal passages, making it suitable for couples or small families looking to explore protected waters and nearby anchorages. Given the naming convention and typical design trends of its era, the Corsair 28 probably features a practical cockpit arrangement and straightforward sail handling systems that appeal to both novice and experienced sailors. Its size places it in the sweet spot for sailors transitioning from smaller boats or those seeking a manageable vessel that doesn't require extensive crew or complicated systems while still offering genuine cruising capability along coastal waters.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 28.52 ft / 8.69 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 26.25 ft / 8.00 m
Beam 19.75 ft / 6.02 m
Max Draft 4.92 ft / 1.50 m
Min Draft 1.17 ft / 0.36 m
Displacement 2,690.00 lb / 1,220 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 496.00 ft² / 46.08 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Trimaran Dbrd.
Rigging Type Frac. Sloop (Rotating Spar)
Construction FG
Designer Ian Farrier
Builder Corsair Marine
First Built 2001
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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
41.13
How It Compares

vs. Farr 280, J/28, North Beach 29

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Dimensions
LOA
Corsair 28 ★
28.5 ft
Farr 280
28.6 ft
J/28
28.5 ft
North Beach 29
28.5 ft
LWL
Corsair 28 ★
26.3 ft
Farr 280
26.3 ft
J/28
23.5 ft
North Beach 29
25.5 ft
Beam
Corsair 28 ★
19.8 ft
Farr 280
9.4 ft
J/28
10.7 ft
North Beach 29
9.2 ft
Displacement
Corsair 28 ★
2 lbs
Farr 280
3 lbs
J/28
6 lbs
North Beach 29
8 lbs
Ballast
Corsair 28 ★
Farr 280
1 lbs
J/28
2 lbs
North Beach 29
4 lbs
Sail Area
Corsair 28 ★
496 sq ft
Farr 280
453 sq ft
J/28
390 sq ft
North Beach 29
408 sq ft
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Corsair 28 ★
Farr 280
47 s/nm
J/28
171 s/nm
North Beach 29
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Corsair 28 ★
41.1
Farr 280
31.0
J/28
19.6
North Beach 29
15.9
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Corsair 28 ★
Farr 280
40.1 %
J/28
38.2 %
North Beach 29
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Corsair 28 ★
Farr 280
10.3
J/28
24.6
North Beach 29
25.6
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Corsair 28 ★
Farr 280
2.47
J/28
1.71
North Beach 29
1.81
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Corsair 28 ★
Farr 280
87
J/28
111
North Beach 29
Hull Speed
Corsair 28 ★
Farr 280
6.9 kts
J/28
7.4 kts
North Beach 29
6.8 kts
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