Catalina 28 Std Rig
Description
The Catalina 28 is an American sailboat built by Catalina Yachts in the United States. Introduced in 1991, it was a popular small cruising keelboat known for its spacious interior, ease of handling, and affordability, making it a favorite among first-time boat owners and weekend cruisers. The model evolved through two versions: the original Catalina 28 (1991–1995) Built from 1991 to 1995, with 620 examples completed, and the Catalina 28 Mk II (1995–2010). The Catalina 28 was designed by Gerry Douglas, Catalina’s in-house designer, to replace the legendary Catalina 27 as the company’s entry-level cruising keelboat. It targeted sailors seeking a balance of modern amenities, predictable handling, and value, competing with boats like the Hunter 28.5 and Beneteau First 285.
Construction Details
| Designer | Frank Butler |
|---|---|
| Builder | Catalina Yachts |
| Length | 28.500 ft |
The standard boat dimensions
| i | 36.50 ft |
|---|---|
| j | 10.80 ft |
| p | 31 ft |
| e | 10.75 ft |
| p2 | - |
| e2 | - |
| i2 | - |
| j2 | - |
| I | J | P | E | P2 | E2 | I2 | J2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36.50 ft | 10.80 ft | 31 ft | 10.75 ft | - | - | - | - |
Documents
Sails
| Sail Type | MAINSAIL |
|---|---|
| Luff | * 31 ft - (9449 mm) |
| Foot | * 10.75 ft - (3277 mm) |
| Leech | * 32.24 ft - (9827 mm) |
| Tack Angle | * 88 ° |
| Diagonal | * 32.45 ft - (9891 mm) |
| Head (inches) | * 4.5 in - (114 mm) |
| Area | * 171.54 ft² |
| Sail Type | JIBSAIL |
|---|---|
| Luff | * 30.45 ft - (9281 mm) |
| Foot | * 14.13 ft - (4307 mm) |
| Leech | * 26.77 ft - (8159 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 115 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 12.42 ft - (3786 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 11.99 ° |
| Area | * 189.11 ft² |
| Sail Type | GENOA |
|---|---|
| Luff | 35 ft - (10668 mm) |
| Foot | 15.66 ft - (4773 mm) |
| Leech | 32.85 ft - (10013 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 135.46 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 14.63 ft - (4459 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 4.42 ° |
| Area | * 256.01 ft² |
| Sail Type | GENOA |
|---|---|
| Luff | * 36.16 ft - (11022 mm) |
| Foot | * 17.29 ft - (5270 mm) |
| Leech | * 34.2 ft - (10424 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 150 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 16.2 ft - (4938 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 3.97 ° |
| Area | * 292.91 ft² |
| Sail Type | GENOA |
|---|---|
| Luff | 35 ft - (10668 mm) |
| Foot | 17.24 ft - (5255 mm) |
| Leech | 33.14 ft - (10101 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 149.44 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 16.14 ft - (4919 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 4.08 ° |
| Area | * 282.47 ft² |
| Sail Type | GENOA |
|---|---|
| Luff | 35 ft - (10668 mm) |
| Foot | 16.58 ft - (5054 mm) |
| Leech | 30.83 ft - (9397 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 135.19 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 14.6 ft - (4450 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 11.77 ° |
| Area | * 255.58 ft² |
| Sail Type | DRIFTER |
|---|---|
| Luff | * 36.16 ft - (11022 mm) |
| Foot | * 17.95 ft - (5471 mm) |
| Leech | * 32.72 ft - (9973 mm) |
| Perc LP | * 150 % |
| Length Perp | * 16.2 ft - (4938 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 9.03 ° |
| Area | * 292.89 ft² |
| Sail Type | ASYMMETRICAL |
|---|---|
| Luff | 37 ft - (11278 mm) |
| Foot | 18 ft - (5486 mm) |
| Leech | 34.5 ft - (10516 mm) |
| Perc LP | * 165 % |
| Area | * 500 ft² |
| Sail Type | STORMJIB |
|---|---|
| Luff | * 20.94 ft - (6383 mm) |
| Foot | * 7.96 ft - (2426 mm) |
| Leech | * 17.56 ft - (5352 mm) |
| Perc LP | * 60 % |
| Length Perp | * 6.48 ft - (1975 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 19 ° |
| Area | * 67.87 ft² |
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