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Morgan 28
Designer: Charles Morgan  ·  Builder: Morgan Yachts  ·  First built: 1969
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About the Morgan 28

Among the smaller offerings in Morgan's extensive fiberglass sailboat lineup, this 28-footer represents the builder's approach to compact cruising during an era when the company was establishing itself as a prominent manufacturer of affordable family sailboats. Morgan Yacht Corporation built their reputation on producing sturdy, practical vessels that offered good value for recreational sailors, and this model likely carried forward those same principles in a more manageable size. The boat would have been designed primarily for coastal cruising and weekend sailing, appealing to sailors who wanted the Morgan quality and construction in a package suitable for smaller crews or those seeking lower maintenance costs. While detailed specifications remain limited, boats of this size and vintage from Morgan typically featured traditional lines with moderate beam and comfortable accommodations for their length. The design would have prioritized stability and ease of handling over pure performance, making it well-suited for family sailing and casual cruising in protected waters. For sailors researching this model today, the limited available data suggests focusing on individual boat condition and maintenance history, as these factors will likely be more significant than original specifications in determining the vessel's current value and suitability.

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$6,300 – $6,300
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  • Prices are based on recent asking prices from public listings — not actual sale prices, which are typically lower.
  • Condition is not factored in. A well-maintained boat with new sails and engine can be worth significantly more than a project boat of the same model.
  • Location affects price. Boats in landlocked states or areas with fewer buyers often sell for less than those on the coast.
  • Year of manufacture is not filtered. Older examples of this model will generally be priced lower than newer ones.
  • Included equipment varies widely. A boat with a full suite of electronics, dodger, and new standing rigging may command a large premium.
  • Outliers are automatically excluded using statistical filtering to improve accuracy, but some bad data may remain.
Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 27.83 ft / 8.48 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 23.75 ft / 7.24 m
Beam 9.00 ft / 2.74 m
Max Draft 6.67 ft / 2.03 m
Min Draft 3.00 ft / 0.91 m
Displacement 7,600.00 lb / 3,447 kg
Ballast 3,000.00 lb / 1,361 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 401.00 ft² / 37.25 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Keel/CB & spade rudder
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Charles Morgan
Builder Morgan Yachts
First Built 1969
Last Built 1971
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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
207
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
16.65
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
25.19
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. 6.53
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
2.11
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. 763.75
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 36.67
J (Foretriangle Base) 11.0
P (Mainsail Luff) 31.5
E (Mainsail Foot) 12.67
SA Fore 201.69
SA Main 199.55
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