Cape Dory Sailboat Owners Association

Specifications: Cape Dory 28

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Specifications

L.O.A.:	28' 1 3/4 "
L.W.L.:	22' 2 1/2"
Beam:	8' 10 1/2"
Draft:	4' 0"
Displacement:	9000 lbs.
Ballast:	3500 lbs
Sail Area:	404 sq. ft.
Mast Height:	40 1/2'
Designer:	Carl Alberg
Years Built	1974 - 1987
Nr. Built	389

The Cape Dory 28 offers her owner more practical cruising features combined in one design than other yachts of her size ... features such as a self-tending club footed jib for effortless windward sailing ... a bowsprit that incorporates an anchor roller ... and a large Volvo Diesel that adds safety and dependability. These features, when combined with the famous Alberg full keel and moderate, well-distributed sail plan result in a yacht that is easily handled by a minimum of crew. Her hefty displacement of 9,000 pounds, and her long keel with attached rudder allow the Cape Dory 28 to hold her course in a seaway. These features mean comfortable motion, stiffness, and security to all aboard. Other standard equipment such as bronze opening ports, lightning ground system, bronze seacocks on all thru-hull fittings and solid bronze hardware, reflect the determination of Cape Dory to supply a cruising boat of the highest standards.

Take a close look at the Cape Dory 28. We think you'll agree she is the answer to a cruising family’s dreams.

Haven't see a Cape Dory 28? Check out the Cape Dory Owners' Websites for owners' comments, photos and sailing yarns. Be sure to download the following documents relating to your Cape Dory:

• Owners Manual
• 1977 Multi-Product brochure
• 1978 Cape Dory sales brochure
• 1982 Multi-Product brochure
• 1986 Cape Dory sales brochure

Text and specifications based on a Cape Dory brochure dated 10/30/80, probably for the 1981 model year. Additional information is always welcome. Email webmaster@capedory.org.