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Lancer 28T
Designer: W. Shad Turner  ·  Builder: Lancer  ·  First built: 1982
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About the Lancer 28T

Built during the 1980s production era when affordable cruising sailboats were gaining popularity, this 28-foot sailboat represents Lancer Yachts' approach to accessible coastal cruising. The 28T designation likely indicates a tiller-steered variant, offering sailors the direct helm connection preferred by many recreational sailors. With its moderate displacement design typical of the period, this vessel strikes a balance between performance and comfort that made it appealing to weekend cruisers and coastal explorers. The cockpit layout prioritizes ease of handling for small crews, while the cabin arrangement maximizes livability within the constraints of a sub-30-foot hull. Like many boats from this manufacturer, the Lancer 28T was designed with the amateur sailor in mind, featuring straightforward systems and forgiving sailing characteristics. The hull design appears suited primarily for protected waters and near-coastal sailing, making it an appropriate choice for sailors transitioning from smaller boats or those seeking an affordable entry into cruising. While detailed specifications remain limited, the boat's vintage places it among the generation of fiberglass sailboats that helped democratize recreational sailing, offering reasonable performance and comfort at accessible price points for the growing sailing community of the 1980s.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 27.67 ft / 8.43 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 23.92 ft / 7.29 m
Beam 8.00 ft / 2.44 m
Max Draft 3.00 ft / 0.91 m
Displacement 5,200.00 lb / 2,359 kg
Ballast 2,600.00 lb / 1,179 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 309.00 ft² / 28.71 m²
Headroom 6.17 ft / 1.88 m
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction FG
Designer W. Shad Turner
Builder Lancer
First Built 1982
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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
16.52
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
20.1
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
1.85
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. 6.55
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
3.03
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. 683.75
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 28.5
J (Foretriangle Base) 10.5
P (Mainsail Luff) 29.0
E (Mainsail Foot) 11.0
SA Fore 149.63
SA Main 159.5
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