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While initially there were questions about quality, the 28 is a good entry-level cruiser-racer for those on a budget..
The Newport 28 was one of the longer-lived small production cruising boats, having been in production from 1974 through 1987. Almost 1,000 of the C&C-designed boats were built by Capital Yachts of Harbor City, California.
There is a strong family resemblance between the Newport 28 and other C&C designs of the same period. In addition to the Newport 28, Capital built the Newport 41, another mid-1970s C&C design. The styling of both boats is characterized by the sweeping attractive sheerlines for which C&C is justifiably known.
As with any boat whose production run spanned more than a decade, many changes were made in the Newport 28, both outside and inside, over the years. The original scimitar-shaped keel and rudder gave way to more modern high aspect ratio appendages with 1983 models, increasing draft from 4′ 6″ to 5′ 2″. A shoal draft version drawing 4′ was optional, but
less popular than the deep-keel boat. Versions with the modern keel are designated Newport 28-II.
Sailing Performance
The Newport 28 has a tall, high aspect ratio masthead rig. The newer deep keel models are about six seconds per mile faster than the original version of the boat, which typically sails with a PHRF rating of 192. This is comparable to other cruiser-racers of the same size.
Despite a fairly high ballast/displacement ratio, owners report that the boat is tender. This is due in part to the fairly round midship section, and in part to the fact that few 28′ boats are really very stiff.
Racing in Newport 28s is quite keen in some areas, particularly on the West Coast, where there are large fleets that race both as one-designs and under PHRF. The boat is a competitive PHRF racer, and enough boats have been rated so that its handicap appears fair. This means you are likely to get a rating based on the boat’s performance, not on your own sailing ability.
Most owners report that the boat is very well balanced. This is typical of C&C designs, which usually have fairly small mainsails. With a large foretriangle and a small mainsail, it may be necessary to rake the mast aft slightly to give the boat a little weather helm. It’s far easier to add weather helm than to reduce it.
Construction
Make no mistake about it, the Newport 28 is a boat built to a price. A common complaint by owners is mediocre fitting of woodwork, leaking hull-to-deck joint, cockpit drains that are too small, plastic valves on through hull fittings, inadequate backing plates for hardware—in short, the entire litany of problems associated with boats built to be low in price.
One owner who races his boat hard noticed a large crack in the hull molding aft of the primary sheet winches, and discovered that he could see daylight through it. Apparently, the hull had been cracked in removing it from the mold, and the cracked patched over with auto body filler. This was on a new boat. The factory made good on that one.
Why would so many people buy a boat that apparently has a history of minor construction flaws and mediocre quality control?
The answer, according to owners, is that the basic styling, accommodations, and performance are better than other boats of the same size and type, making up for other shortcomings. When you buy a Chevrolet you know in advance that it isn’t going to be built like a Mercedes.
The interior is one factor that many owners report is a major influence in their decision to buy a Newport 28. With a waterline length of 23′ 6″, there’s a lot of interior for a 28′ boat.
Despite the fairly low freeboard and pronounced concave sheer, there is just over 6′ of headroom on centerline over the main cabin. The pronounced camber of the main cabintop keeps the deckhouse profile low, but at the expense of headroom, which diminishes very quickly away from the centerline. Fortunately, on a boat this small you’re almost always walking near the centerline.
There have been three basic interior arrangements over the years: galley along the starboard side of the main cabin, galley aft on the port side, and galley aft on the starboard side. On later models, only the two aft galley configurations were available. The galley aft on starboard side is the only layout that offers a stove with oven, due to the setup of the main cabin settees.
Unfortunately, this galley arangement required cutting away the starboard main bulkhead beneath the chainplates to make the starboard settee long enough for sleeping, which in our opinion is a structural compromise.
Since there are four other berths in the boat—two forward, the port settee, and a quarterberth—using the starboard settee as a berth isn’t necessary with anything less than a full crew. For family cruising, it is likely that at least one member of the crew would be short enough to use the starboard settee even without the foot extension.
Originally, the boat was equipped with the Atomic Four gasoline inboard, a standard engine in most auxiliaries until the proliferation of diesel power in the early 1980s. Diesel power was optional until the introduction of the 28-II model.
Some boats have Yanmar diesels, others Universal. It took the builder a while to decide which diesel engine to use, as owners report engines ranging in horsepower from 11 to 18. To most owners, there appears to be little difference in performance between diesel engines of various sizes. All of the Universal diesels should be adequate for the boat, and the Atomic Four is far more power than she needs.
Obviously, the diesel engine is a big plus when shopping for a used boat. Retrofitting a diesel on a gas-powered boat of this size is usually more expense than can be justified unless you’re planning to keep the boat for a long time.
Access to the engine for service varies from awful to good, depending on the model year. Fortunately, newer models have better access from the interior as well as a flush hatch in the cockpit sole directly over the engine.
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Because so many owner complaints center on fairly mediocre construction detailing, a used boat should be carefully surveyed before purchase. Particular attention should be paid to structural details of the hull-to-deck joint, attachment of bulkheads, and mounting of deck hardware.
Obviously, a later model boat with a diesel engine is more desirable than an older boat with a gas engine. We would also consider the 28-II version with updated keel and rudder to be more desirable than the earlier design.
Because of the large number of Newport 28s built, at any given time there are a number of boats on the market. This means you should be able to find the combination of ingredients you’re looking for for in age, power plant, keel, and interior layouts—especially if you’re shopping on the West Coast.
It would be a good idea to look at all three interior arrangements before making a decision, although if you opt for a newer boat your choice will be between the two aft galley interiors.
Some of the boats have been seriously upgraded by owners, including such things as larger cockpit drains and higher quality hull hardware.
We would be wary about any boat that showed a lot of inexpert do-it-yourself characterisitics, such as caulking along the hull-to-deck joint, around the ports, or around the chainplates.
Although a tiller is standard, a fair number of boats have been equipped with wheel steering, either as an original option or as a retrofit.
The steering pedestal takes up far less room than the tiller, but it does require that the helmsman sit all the way in the back of the boat. While this arrangement keeps the cockpit less crowded for racing, it also puts all the helmsman’s weight at the aft end of the boat—not a good place for it.
In addition, the helmsman on a wheel-steered boat cannot reach either the mainsheet or the jib sheets, a serious shortcoming. He furthermore has trouble hiding from rain and spray under a companionway dodger.
Life for the helmsman on a wheel-steered Newport 28 will be a lonely one. Wheel steering, being hardly necessary on a boat this size, is hardly desirable on the Newport 28.
The Newport 28 is a good entry-level cruiser-racer for someone wanting a reasonable combination of accommodations and performance, as long as you’re not too persnickety about details. It would be a reasonable compromise for someone who likes more traditional appearance in a modern boat, but doesn’t have the money to spend for a higher-quality boat of the same size and type, such as a Sabre 28.
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First impressions Not surprisingly, the Newport 28 has a profile similar to many C&Cs of the same period. The sheer has an attractive sweep, the freeboard is relatively low, with the concave cabintrunk and cockpit coamings blending naturally into the flow of the hull. The aluminum toerail and dark outlined ports also give it a C&C look. The underbody shows a rounded midships section, which accounts for the 28's initial tenderness despite a ballast-to-displacement ratio of more than 40 percent on both models. While the original 28 has a swept-back fin keel and spade rudder, the 28 II's keel has a high-aspect-ratio profile and is a more efficient section. Draft on the early boats was 4 feet, 6 inches. On the 28 II it was increased to 5 feet, 2 inches. The single-spreader mast features a typical IOR rig with a relatively small mainsail and large foretriangle. The Newport 28, like most boats built in the 1970s, was designed to be sailed with an overlapping genoa. The air draft is less than 40 feet. The displacement is 7,000 pounds and working sail area is a shade less than 400 square feet, making the Newport 28 comparable in weight and sail area to other boats of the period, such as the Irwin 28, Sabre 28, S2 8.5 and Hunter 28.5.
Construction The Newport 28 was a production boat through and through, and although its scantlings were not dramatically lighter than other production boats of the time, Capital Yachts didn't waste any material. Most of the noted defects were in the details and fitting out, not the actual layups. It is interesting to note, however, that some 28s are nearing 30 years old and are still merrily sailing every season. There is an active fleet of Newport 28s in blustery San Francisco Bay where the boat has a loyal following. As legendary builder and designer Charley Morgan stated many years ago, "Fiberglass is truly a remarkable material for building boats: It's virtually indestructible." Countless fiberglass boats have stood up to 30 to 40 years of use and abuse and are still sailing with no end in sight. I suspect we'll be reviewing fiberglass boats when they're 50, 60, even 70 years old. The Newport 28's hull is solid fiberglass while its deck is cored. The hull-to-deck joint is on a narrow flange and leaks are not uncommon. The ballast is external and the mast is stepped on deck. The bulkhead tabbing was a bit light and the interior moldings are often cracked from the lack of support as the hull twists. Hard spots in the hull are not uncommon and occasionally there is print-through, where the weave of underlying fabric is visible, especially if the hull is painted a dark color.
What to look for The first item to consider in choosing a Newport 28 is whether you want an original model with the 4-foot, 6-inch draft and possibly an Atomic 4 gas engine, or the 28 II with a deeper, more efficient keel and a diesel. Naturally there is a price difference, but careful shopping will likely turn up a 28 II in your price range. There was also a shoal draft 28 II offered with a draft of 4 feet. Some common problems to watch for as you inspect used boats include leaking hull-to-deck joints and delamination in the deck, especially around the chainplates. Also, if the chainplates have been leaking, the bulkhead below may have some rot too. Original fitting out in the factory included undersized plastic through-hull valves (gate valves at that), small cockpit drains and inadequate backing plates for most deck hardware. Many owners will have addressed these problems, and some repairs and refits will be better than others. Also, it seems that tiller to wheel conversions were a popular item, so be sure to check the installation. Finally, Newport 28 hulls seem to have had their share of blister problems, and it would be useful to know when and if a blister job was done.
On deck The Newport 28 came standard with tiller steering, although as noted above, wheel steering was a popular option and refit item. Ironically, the tiller arrangement opens up the cockpit and makes sail handling more efficient. In addition to steering advantages, the tiller can either be lashed out of the way or even removed to free up space in the cockpit when not sailing. Overall the 28 cockpit is comfortable, especially for an older boat, and accommodates four adults with elbowroom to spare. The mainsheet traveler is on a bridge above the companionway. The Newport 28 was one of the first boats to adopt midboom sheeting, and although I often gripe about the disadvantage of this arrangement in my reviews, in a small boat where the loads are less and space is at a premium, it makes sense. Single lifelines leading to the aft base of the bow pulpit came standard. Double lifelines led to the pulpit rails are an excellent refit project. The full-length aluminum toerail serves as an outboard genoa track and spinnaker lead attachment point. An inboard track allows for tighter sheeting angles. There is an external anchor locker forward and fittings for a babystay. The original deck cleats were ridiculously small, and hopefully will have been upgraded on the boat you are considering.
Down below Capital Yachts offered three different interior arrangements. The original 28 had the galley along the starboard side, while the 28 II model offered aft galleys to either port or starboard. All three versions include a large V-berth followed by an enclosed head, which was an unusual and attractive feature when the boat was first introduced. There's a good-sized hanging locker opposite. The original starboard side galley arrangement carried a settee opposite and a bulkhead-mounted, fold-down table. A fold-down table is a great idea on any boat under 30 feet. A decent-sized chart table to starboard, two quarter berths and a short settee seat aft of the galley completed this functional layout. The aft galley arrangements eliminated one of the quarter berths, opting instead for opposing settees. The galley included a two-burner stove, a single sink and a large icebox compartment. All layouts are actually quite spacious for an older 28-footer. The terrific interior is no doubt a major reason for the 28's enduring popularity. The woodworking and finish detail was adequate, however, and the original checkered fabric on the cushions can really date the boat. Engine When the Newport 28 was first introduced a Universal Atomic 4 was the standard engine. This workhorse gasoline engine has served many boats well over the years and is still viable as a power plant. Replacement parts are cheap and commonly available, and it provides plenty of oomph that pushes the 28 along at close to 6 knots. That being said, I would still look for a boat with a diesel. When the 28 II came along it was offered with either a Universal or Yanmar diesel, ranging from 11 to 18 horsepower. Again, if given the choice I'd lean toward the Yanmar. Engine access is adequate for a small boat, although servicing the stuffing box is especially challenging.
Under way Although the Newport 28 has its faults, it is by most accounts a very nice sailing boat, which makes up for a lot of warts. It is initially tender and heels early before stiffening up. Owners report that with a single reef in the main, the boat can carry a 100-percent headsail to weather in a stiff breeze and still track efficiently. Several owners report that the boat can point high, although claims of being able to sail cleanly at 30 degrees apparent seem a bit exaggerated. The boat is well balanced, adapting easily to a small autopilot. If not overloaded with gear, the easily driven Newport 28 sails very well in light air. This is an underrated attribute. The truth is, light days outnumber heavy-air days and nothing is more frustrating than trying to coax a clumsy boat along in what should be a decent sailing breeze. Many 28s on the used boat market are equipped with roller-furling headsail systems and jiffy reefing on the main.
Conclusion The Newport 28 is a good sailing boat with a spacious, well-thought-out interior. Best of all it's affordable. Sure, it's a production boat and the construction detailing is not the best. But for those looking for an entry-level boat in this size range, the Newport 28 represents a fine value.
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The Newport 28 Sailboat Specs & Key Performance Indicators
The Newport 28, a fin-keeled sloop, was designed by C&C Design and built in the USA by Capital Yachts Inc.
Published Specification for the Newport 28
Underwater Profile: Fin Keel & Spade Rudder
Hull Material: GRP (Fibreglass)
Length Overall: 27'9" ( 8.5m)
Waterline Length: 25'0" ( 7.6m)
Beam: 9'6" ( 2.9m)
Draft: 4'6" ( 1.4m)
Rig Type: Masthead sloop
Displacement: 7,000lb (3,175kg)
Designer: C&C Design
Builder: Capital Yachts Inc. (USA)
Year First Built: 1974
Year Last Built: 1981
Published Design Ratios for the Newport 28
Sail Area/Displacement Ratio: 17.3
Ballast/Displacement Ratio: 45.7
Displacement/Length Ratio: 200
Comfort Ratio: 20.9
Capsize Screening Formula: 2.0
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Summary Analysis of the Design Ratios for the Newport 28
1. A Sail Area/Displacement Ratio of 17.3 suggests that the Newport 28 will, in the right conditions, approach her maximum hull speed readily and satisfy the sailing performance expectations of most cruising sailors.
2. A Ballast/Displacement Ratio of 45.7 means that the Newport 28 will stand up well to her canvas in a blow, helping her to power through the waves.
3. A Displacement/Length Ratio of 200, tells us the Newport 28 is a light-to-moderate displacement sailboat. If she's loaded with too much heavy cruising gear her performance will suffer to a degree.
4. Ted Brewer's Comfort Ratio of 20.9 suggests that crew comfort of a Newport 28 in a seaway is similar to what you would associate with the motion of a coastal cruiser with moderate stability, which is not encouraging news for anyone prone to seasickness.
5. The Capsize Screening Formula of 2.0 tells us that a Newport 28 would not be as good a choice of sailboat for ocean passage-making, owing to the increased risk of capsize in strong winds and heavy seas when compared to a sailboat with a CSF of less than 2.0.
The Newport 28: A Review of a Popular and Practical Cruiser
Accommodation The Newport 28 has a roomy and well-lit cabin that can sleep up to five people. There is a V-berth forward with a hanging locker and storage drawers. The main saloon has a U-shaped dinette that converts to a double berth on the port side, and a single settee on the starboard side. There is also a fold-down table that can be stowed away when not in use. The galley is located aft on the port side, and has a two-burner stove, an icebox, a sink and ample storage space. The head is opposite the galley on the starboard side, and has a marine toilet, a sink and a shower. The navigation station is next to the head, and has a chart table and an electrical panel. The cockpit is large enough for four people, and has a tiller steering system. There is also a lazarette for storing extra gear.
Hull and Deck The Newport 28 has a solid fiberglass hull with a molded-in nonskid deck. The hull shape is moderate, with a fine entry, a flared bow, a beamy midsection and a reverse transom. The deck layout is simple and functional, with wide side decks, an anchor locker, two dorade vents, two hatches and four opening ports for ventilation. The cockpit has coaming lockers, two winches for the jib sheets, two winches for the halyards and reefing lines on the cabin top, and a traveler for the mainsheet behind the tiller. The boat also has lifelines, stanchions, pulpits and cleats for safety and convenience.
Mast and Rigging The Newport 28 has a single-spreader masthead sloop rig with aluminum spars. The mast is deck-stepped and supported by stainless steel wire standing rigging. The boat has a roller furling system for the genoa, which makes it easy to adjust the sail area according to the wind conditions. The mainsail has two reef points and lazy jacks for easy handling.
Keel and Rudder The Newport 28 has a fin keel with a lead ballast and a spade rudder. The keel draft is 5 feet, which gives the boat good stability and maneuverability. The rudder is balanced and responsive, and provides good steering control in all points of sail.
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Hi everybody, What are your thoughts and/or experiences with this little boat?
My first big boat was a Newport 28. Sail it all over LIS and Block Island sound. It was very easy to sail and handled any weather and conditions that I put her in. Loved it so that when I was moving up I found a Newport 33 and wasn't disappointed. Where are you goin to be sailing Her? Peter
Thanks for the input, Peter! I’ll be sailing her on a lake near the golf of Mexico, and wonder if at some point it would be posible to do a bit of coastal cruising.
BarryL said: Hi, Back in 2004 I bought a 1986 Newport 28 mark II. It was also my first "big boat" with inboard diesel engine, self tailing winches, wheel steering with autopilot, roller furling headsail, spinnaker in sock, marine head with holding tank, pressure hot and cold water, etc. I found the boat sailed well, but I was pretty inexperienced at the time. My family and I did a fair amount of cruising on that boat. I'm also in the Long Island Sound. We sailed from Mt. Sinai to Northport, Mattituck, Milford, etc. With my family of 5 (my kids were 3, 6, 9 at the time) the boat was great for an overnight but go real small for more than 2 nights. In 2006 I bought an O'day 35 so we could spend more nights aboard. I sold the Newport in 2007. Anyway I think a N28 would be a fine coastal cruiser. I wouldn't want to go far offshore, but given reasonable weather you could go as far as you wanted. Barry View attachment 144969 View attachment 144970 View attachment 144971 Click to expand...
Thanks to everybody for the input! I decided to put an offer on her and am having a survey done next week. The broker insists that I do the haul out at a place (closer from dock) where they need to remove the backstay and Bimini to haul her out. Given that the purchase agreement verbiage states that I’m responsible for any costs associated with returning the vessel to the same status it was prior to the survey, I’m not confortable with removing anything during the survey. What are you all‘s thoughts on this? Am I being unreasonable?
GcSail said: What are you all‘s thoughts on this? Am I being unreasonable? Click to expand...
You shouldn't have to remove the backstay. removing the or dropping the Bimini isn't a big deal. Most travel lifts are open on the front or back side so that they can maneuver around the rigging. The mast is deck stepped, so what is going to support it once the backstay is removed??? Find a different haul location, Its your choice not the broker's
The reason they need to remove the backstay at the broker’s preferred place is because they use a crane. The closest place I found that uses a travel lift it’s 50 minutes away from the dock. Hence the reason why the broker prefers the other place.
Hi, Generally, the owner or his agent (broker) is responsible for making the vessel available for the survey AND operating the vessel during the survey. If the broker wants to use the close service yard, the the broker should handle removing / reconnecting the backstay. good luck, Barry
This. do ask what the cost will be. Some marinas practice predatory charging for survey related services, as we found out.
As a current owner of a 1986 Newport 30 I encourage you to complete this purchase. I have met and talked to several owners of 28's and we all agree they are awesome boats. Build quality is high and finishings are easy to maintain. In addition they sail great! Look for wiring issues and expect to reseal the dog house windows. Mike
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1983 Capital Yachts Newport 28-2
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This is a very nice 1983 Newport 28-2. It’s been converted to electric and has fresh batteries. A year ago it had a major repair with the head replaced the head sail reconditioned and the main cleaned. It also has spare head and main sails. It has a new bimini for those warm Arizona days along with a hatch drop in a/c for this warm nights. This is a very nice boat that’s only for sale because we’re moving aboard our other sailboat which is in Mexico.
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Auxilary power, accomodations, calculations.
The theoretical maximum speed that a displacement hull can move efficiently through the water is determined by it's waterline length and displacement. It may be unable to reach this speed if the boat is underpowered or heavily loaded, though it may exceed this speed given enough power. Read more.
Classic hull speed formula:
Hull Speed = 1.34 x √LWL
Max Speed/Length ratio = 8.26 ÷ Displacement/Length ratio .311 Hull Speed = Max Speed/Length ratio x √LWL
Sail Area / Displacement Ratio
A measure of the power of the sails relative to the weight of the boat. The higher the number, the higher the performance, but the harder the boat will be to handle. This ratio is a "non-dimensional" value that facilitates comparisons between boats of different types and sizes. Read more.
SA/D = SA ÷ (D ÷ 64) 2/3
- SA : Sail area in square feet, derived by adding the mainsail area to 100% of the foretriangle area (the lateral area above the deck between the mast and the forestay).
- D : Displacement in pounds.
Ballast / Displacement Ratio
A measure of the stability of a boat's hull that suggests how well a monohull will stand up to its sails. The ballast displacement ratio indicates how much of the weight of a boat is placed for maximum stability against capsizing and is an indicator of stiffness and resistance to capsize.
Ballast / Displacement * 100
Displacement / Length Ratio
A measure of the weight of the boat relative to it's length at the waterline. The higher a boat’s D/L ratio, the more easily it will carry a load and the more comfortable its motion will be. The lower a boat's ratio is, the less power it takes to drive the boat to its nominal hull speed or beyond. Read more.
D/L = (D ÷ 2240) ÷ (0.01 x LWL)³
- D: Displacement of the boat in pounds.
- LWL: Waterline length in feet
Comfort Ratio
This ratio assess how quickly and abruptly a boat’s hull reacts to waves in a significant seaway, these being the elements of a boat’s motion most likely to cause seasickness. Read more.
Comfort ratio = D ÷ (.65 x (.7 LWL + .3 LOA) x Beam 1.33 )
- D: Displacement of the boat in pounds
- LOA: Length overall in feet
- Beam: Width of boat at the widest point in feet
Capsize Screening Formula
This formula attempts to indicate whether a given boat might be too wide and light to readily right itself after being overturned in extreme conditions. Read more.
CSV = Beam ÷ ³√(D / 64)
Based on the same hull as the NEWPORT 28-1, this version featured an updated rudder and keel as well as completely redesigned coach roof and interior. The NEWPORT 28 was hugely successful with more than 1000 boats built (including both versions).
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Based on the same hull as the NEWPORT 28-1, this version featured an updated rudder and keel as well as completely redesigned coach roof and interior. The NEWPORT 28 was hugely successful with more than 1000 boats built (including both versions).
The Newport 28 was one of the longer-lived small production cruising boats, having been in production from 1974 through 1987. Almost 1,000 of the C&C-designed boats were built by Capital Yachts of Harbor City, California. There is a strong family resemblance between the Newport 28 and other C&C designs of the same period.
The Newport 28-2 is a recreational keelboat, built predominantly of fiberglass, with wood trim.It has a masthead sloop rig, a raked stem, a plumb transom, an internally mounted spade-type rudder controlled by a tiller or optional wheel and a fixed fin keel.It displaces 7,000 lb (3,175 kg) and carries 3,200 lb (1,451 kg) of ballast. [1] [2] [5]The boat has a draft of 5.18 ft (1.58 m) with the ...
Find more information and images about the boat and contact the seller or search more boats for sale on YachtWorld. ... 1985 Newport 28-2 | 28ft. Oceanside, California. US$29,950 . Own this boat for $265/month. Customize. Engine. Universal 18. Total Power. 18hp. Engine Hours-Class. Sail Sloop. Length. 28.25ft. Year. 1985. Model.
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Newport 28-2 is a 27′ 11″ / 8.5 m monohull sailboat designed by C&C Design and built by Capital Yachts Corp. between 1982 and 1987. ... The lower a boat's ratio is, the less power it takes to drive the boat to its nominal hull speed or beyond. Read more. Formula. D/L = (D ÷ 2240) ÷ (0.01 x LWL)³ D: Displacement of the boat in pounds. LWL ...
Draft on the early boats was 4 feet, 6 inches. On the 28 II it was increased to 5 feet, 2 inches. The single-spreader mast features a typical IOR rig with a relatively small mainsail and large foretriangle. The Newport 28, like most boats built in the 1970s, was designed to be sailed with an overlapping genoa. The air draft is less than 40 feet.
1981 Newport 28 ll Boat is located in Croton on Hudson,New York.Please contact the owner @ 914-433-four four eight nine or kc2wjo(at)gmail(dot)com...1981 Newport 28II by Capital Yacht, C&C design, length 28 ft, beam 9.9 ft, displacement 7,000 lbs, draft 5 ft, new 14 hp inboard diesel with only 12 hrs run time, 2 new batteries, new prop shaft stuffing box packing, new exhaust manifold, wheel ...
The Newport 28 2 is a 28.0ft masthead sloop designed by C&C Design Group and built in fiberglass by Capital Yachts Corp. between 1982 and 1987. 1000 units have been built. The Newport 28 2 is a moderate weight sailboat which is a reasonably good performer. It is very stable / stiff and has a low righting capability if capsized.
The 28 II, with a more modern keel, draws nine inches more than her predecessor and under PHRF rates six seconds-a-mile faster. I believe I would be more than happy to sacrifice those six seconds for the advantages of deeper draft and more efficient keel and rudder shape. For comparison sake, under PHRF, the Newport 28 II rates about 20 seconds ...
2. A Ballast/Displacement Ratio of 45.7 means that the Newport 28 will stand up well to her canvas in a blow, helping her to power through the waves. 3. A Displacement/Length Ratio of 200, tells us the Newport 28 is a light-to-moderate displacement sailboat. If she's loaded with too much heavy cruising gear her performance will suffer to a degree.
The Newport 28 is a recreational keelboat, built predominantly of fiberglass, with wood trim.It has a masthead sloop rig, a raked stem, a plumb transom, an internally mounted spade-type rudder controlled by a tiller or optional wheel and a fixed swept fin keel.It displaces 7,000 lb (3,175 kg) and carries 3,200 lb (1,451 kg) of ballast. The boat has a draft of 4.50 ft (1.37 m) with the standard ...
View a large selection of Newport boats for sale at Edwards Yacht Sales, the source of brokerage boats and yachts on the web. Edwards Yacht Sales. 866.365.0706; Facebook; YouTube ... "Leprechaun" is an immaculate Newport 28 MKII, designed by C& C Yachts, and you are lucky to have found her!
2797 posts · Joined 2003. #4 · Oct 4, 2022. Hi, Back in 2004 I bought a 1986 Newport 28 mark II. It was also my first "big boat" with inboard diesel engine, self tailing winches, wheel steering with autopilot, roller furling headsail, spinnaker in sock, marine head with holding tank, pressure hot and cold water, etc.
This is a very nice 1983 Newport 28-2. It's been converted to electric and has fresh batteries. A year ago it had a major repair with the head replaced the head sail reconditioned and the main cleaned. It also has spare head and main sails. It has a new bimini for those warm Arizona days along with a hatch drop in a/c for this warm nights.
It is easy to pick on boats that were built with price in mind, but without the Newport 28s, Catalina 27s, Hunter 27s and others, there would be far fewer people on the water. Sailing desperately needs affordable, entry-level boats, and besides, the Newport 28 does have many attributes. The interior is spacious and well thought out.
The waters around Southern California are calling you, and this 1986 Newport 28 Mk II sailboat is the perfect starter boat for weekend sailing on the Bay or that fun trip to Catalina or Ensenada. a stiff, very stable, sleek and fast well maintained family cruiser. Easy to sail…easy to maintain…a turn key economical coastal cruiser ready to ...
Find Newport boats for sale in your area & across the world on YachtWorld. Offering the best selection of Newport boats to choose from. ... 28 MK II, 30, 33 and 33 PH. Various Newport models are currently offered for sale by specialized yacht brokers, dealers and brokerages on YachtWorld, with listings ranging from 1981 year models up to 2013.
Newport 28-2 for sale in Oceanside California. View pictures and details of this boat or search for more Newport boats for sale on boats.com. 1985 Newport 28-2, Oceanside California - boats.com
Including the later NEWPORT 28-2, more than 1000 NEWPORT 28's were built. Sailboat Forum. View All Topics: ... Like the LWL, it will vary with the weights of fuel, water, stores and equipment. A boat's actual draft is usually somewhat more than the original designed or advertised draft. For boats with adjustable keels (centerboards ...
Newport preowned sailboats for sale by owner. Newport used sailboats for sale by owner. Home. Register & Post. View All Sailboats. Search. Avoid Fraud. ... Sailboat Added 28-May-2013 More Details: Newport Newport 27-1: Length: 27'' Beam: 9.18'' Draft: 4.25'' Year: 1978: Type: cruiser: Hull: fiberglass monohull:
The Newport 28 is a 27.74ft masthead sloop designed by C&C Design and built in fiberglass by Capital Yachts Corp. between 1974 and 1981. 1000 units have been built. The Newport 28 is a moderate weight sailboat which is a reasonably good performer. It is very stable / stiff and has a good righting capability if capsized.
Finally added a second battery and solar panel to my 1979 Newport 28. The boat originally had one battery, a 1/2/off/both switch, no inboard atomic 4, questionable shore charging capabilities, but does have a 9.9 HP outboard. For peace of mind I wanted to add a second battery and a solar panel... coreyjohnson99.