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Hawkfarm 28

Designer: T. Wylie  ·  First built: 1977
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About the Hawkfarm 28

With limited documentation available, the Hawkfarm 28 represents one of the lesser-known entries in the 28-foot sailboat market. This relative obscurity makes it an intriguing prospect for sailors seeking something off the beaten path, though it also means potential buyers must approach with careful consideration. Based on its 28-foot length, this vessel likely falls into the coastal cruising and weekend sailing category, offering enough space for comfortable short-term adventures while remaining manageable for smaller crews. The size suggests a boat designed for sailors who want more room than a daysailer provides but don't need the complexity of larger cruising vessels. The scarcity of readily available specifications and performance data indicates this was likely a limited production run or a design that didn't achieve widespread market penetration. This could appeal to sailors who appreciate uniqueness, though it may present challenges when sourcing parts or finding knowledgeable service providers. For prospective buyers, the Hawkfarm 28 would require thorough hands-on inspection and research into the builder's reputation and construction methods. While the limited information available makes definitive recommendations difficult, the boat's size class suggests solid potential for coastal exploration and club racing activities.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 28.00 ft / 8.53 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 23.50 ft / 7.16 m
Beam 8.17 ft / 2.49 m
Max Draft 5.50 ft / 1.68 m
Displacement 5,700.00 lb / 2,585 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 372.00 ft² / 34.56 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction FG
Designer T. Wylie
First Built 1977
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Performance Ratios
PHRF Rating PHRF (Performance Handicap Racing Fleet) is a national racing handicap measured in seconds per nautical mile. Lower values indicate faster boats. Ratings are sourced from US Sailing's national database (median across 60+ regional fleets).
Under 0 — Ultralight racer0–90 — Performance racer90–150 — Cruiser/racer150–210 — Typical cruiserOver 210 — Heavy/slow cruiser
162
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
18.71
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
21.6
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
1.83
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. 6.5
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
2.95
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. 686.02
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 33.3
J (Foretriangle Base) 11.0
P (Mainsail Luff) 36.0
E (Mainsail Foot) 10.5
SA Fore 183.15
SA Main 189.0
How It Compares

vs. Cal 28, Ericson 28 2, Ranger 28, S2 85, Spirit 28 Finch

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Dimensions
LOA
Hawkfarm 28 ★
28.0 ft
Cal 28
28.0 ft
Ericson 28 2
28.0 ft
Ranger 28
28.0 ft
S2 85
28.0 ft
Spirit 28 Finch
28.0 ft
LWL
Hawkfarm 28 ★
23.5 ft
Cal 28
22.5 ft
Ericson 28 2
23.3 ft
Ranger 28
21.7 ft
S2 85
22.5 ft
Spirit 28 Finch
23.0 ft
Beam
Hawkfarm 28 ★
8.2 ft
Cal 28
9.0 ft
Ericson 28 2
10.0 ft
Ranger 28
9.6 ft
S2 85
9.5 ft
Spirit 28 Finch
10.0 ft
Displacement
Hawkfarm 28 ★
5 lbs
Cal 28
6 lbs
Ericson 28 2
7 lbs
Ranger 28
5 lbs
S2 85
7 lbs
Spirit 28 Finch
6 lbs
Ballast
Hawkfarm 28 ★
Cal 28
2 lbs
Ericson 28 2
3 lbs
Ranger 28
2 lbs
S2 85
3 lbs
Spirit 28 Finch
2 lbs
Sail Area
Hawkfarm 28 ★
372 sq ft
Cal 28
352 sq ft
Ericson 28 2
411 sq ft
Ranger 28
S2 85
Spirit 28 Finch
365 sq ft
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Hawkfarm 28 ★
162 s/nm
Cal 28
204 s/nm
Ericson 28 2
Ranger 28
185 s/nm
S2 85
Spirit 28 Finch
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Hawkfarm 28 ★
18.7
Cal 28
17.1
Ericson 28 2
17.2
Ranger 28
S2 85
Spirit 28 Finch
16.2
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Hawkfarm 28 ★
Cal 28
Ericson 28 2
Ranger 28
55.0 %
S2 85
39.5 %
Spirit 28 Finch
42.0 %
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Hawkfarm 28 ★
21.6
Cal 28
20.6
Ericson 28 2
21.8
Ranger 28
S2 85
Spirit 28 Finch
20.3
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Hawkfarm 28 ★
1.83
Cal 28
1.98
Ericson 28 2
2.05
Ranger 28
S2 85
Spirit 28 Finch
2.10
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Hawkfarm 28 ★
Cal 28
Ericson 28 2
Ranger 28
222
S2 85
297
Spirit 28 Finch
253
Hull Speed
Hawkfarm 28 ★
6.5 kts
Cal 28
6.4 kts
Ericson 28 2
6.5 kts
Ranger 28
S2 85
Spirit 28 Finch
6.4 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Hawkfarm 28 ★
3.0
Cal 28
2.3
Ericson 28 2
2.1
Ranger 28
S2 85
Spirit 28 Finch
2.1
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