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Production 28-foot monohull aft-cockpit fiberglasssloop, optional tall rig from Catalina Yachts. Designed by Gerry Douglas. Built in the USA. Produced from 1991.
Specifications for the Catalina 28 Mark II
| LOA |
29.4 ft.
| LOD |
28.5 ft.
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| LWL |
23.8 ft.
| Beam |
10.3 ft.
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| Draft |
5.2 ft.
| DraftMin |
4.0 ft.
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| Displaces |
8,300 lbs.
| Ballast |
3,200 lbs.
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| Mast Height |
41.1 ft.
| Sail Area |
364.0 sq. ft.
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| D/L |
275
| B/D |
39 %
| SA/D |
14.2
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| Comfort |
21.5
| Capsize |
2.04
| L/B |
2.8
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Horner reviews the thinking behind this design, its construction methods, and its history, including pricing history. He identifies design or construction problems that have been found in older boats. Comments include: "I think most couples and small families will find the Catalina 28 offers comfortable size, and good accommodations, and is affordably priced for weekend or week long cruising adventures"
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- The Catalina 28 Mk II
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