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Hinterhoeller 28
Designer: George Hinterhoeller  ·  Builder: Hinterhoeller Yachts Ltd.  ·  First built: 1967
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About the Hinterhoeller 28

Built by the respected Canadian boatyard Hinterhoeller Yachts, this 28-foot sailboat represents the company's commitment to producing well-constructed cruising vessels for discerning sailors. Hinterhoeller established a solid reputation throughout the 1970s and 1980s for building boats that balanced performance with comfort, and the 28 follows this tradition. Designed primarily for coastal cruising and weekend sailing, this mid-sized sailboat offers an appealing combination of manageable size and livable accommodations. The boat's construction reflects Hinterhoeller's emphasis on quality craftsmanship, featuring solid fiberglass construction that has proven durable over the decades. The design prioritizes ease of handling, making it suitable for couples or small crews looking to explore protected waters and nearby coastal areas. While not intended as a pure racing machine, the 28 delivers respectable sailing performance with predictable handling characteristics that inspire confidence in moderate conditions. The cockpit layout emphasizes comfort and safety, while the cabin provides practical accommodations for extended day sailing or weekend cruising adventures. For sailors seeking a well-built boat from a manufacturer known for attention to detail, the Hinterhoeller 28 represents solid value in the used boat market.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 28.25 ft / 8.61 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 21.00 ft / 6.40 m
Beam 8.42 ft / 2.57 m
Max Draft 3.75 ft / 1.14 m
Displacement 6,000.00 lb / 2,722 kg
Ballast 2,400.00 lb / 1,089 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 364.00 ft² / 33.82 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer George Hinterhoeller
Builder Hinterhoeller Yachts Ltd.
First Built 1967
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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
218
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
17.69
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
23.42
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
1.86
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. 6.14
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
1.89
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. 631.8
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 34.0
J (Foretriangle Base) 11.2
P (Mainsail Luff) 29.0
E (Mainsail Foot) 12.0
SA Fore 190.4
SA Main 174.0
How It Compares

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Dimensions
LOA
Hinterhoeller 28 ★
28.3 ft
Oday 28
28.3 ft
Omega 28
28.2 ft
Santana 28
28.3 ft
LWL
Hinterhoeller 28 ★
21.0 ft
Oday 28
22.9 ft
Omega 28
24.0 ft
Santana 28
23.0 ft
Beam
Hinterhoeller 28 ★
8.4 ft
Oday 28
10.3 ft
Omega 28
9.6 ft
Santana 28
9.2 ft
Displacement
Hinterhoeller 28 ★
6 lbs
Oday 28
7 lbs
Omega 28
6 lbs
Santana 28
7 lbs
Ballast
Hinterhoeller 28 ★
2 lbs
Oday 28
2 lbs
Omega 28
2 lbs
Santana 28
2 lbs
Sail Area
Hinterhoeller 28 ★
364 sq ft
Oday 28
370 sq ft
Omega 28
338 sq ft
Santana 28
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Hinterhoeller 28 ★
218 s/nm
Oday 28
203 s/nm
Omega 28
Santana 28
180 s/nm
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Hinterhoeller 28 ★
17.7
Oday 28
15.8
Omega 28
16.4
Santana 28
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Hinterhoeller 28 ★
Oday 28
Omega 28
44.0 %
Santana 28
34.0 %
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Hinterhoeller 28 ★
23.4
Oday 28
20.7
Omega 28
18.1
Santana 28
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Hinterhoeller 28 ★
1.86
Oday 28
2.12
Omega 28
2.12
Santana 28
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Hinterhoeller 28 ★
Oday 28
Omega 28
195
Santana 28
275
Hull Speed
Hinterhoeller 28 ★
6.1 kts
Oday 28
6.4 kts
Omega 28
6.6 kts
Santana 28
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Hinterhoeller 28 ★
1.9
Oday 28
1.9
Omega 28
2.7
Santana 28
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