Masthead Sloop
• Fin w/spade rudder
• Built 1982–1987
Dimensions
LOA
28 ft
LWL
23.5 ft
Beam
9.75 ft
Max Draft
5.18 ft
Displacement
7,000 lbs
Ballast
3,200 lbs
Performance Ratios
Capsize Ratio ⓘ
2.04
(use caution offshore)
SA/D Ratio ⓘ
17.3
D/L Ratio ⓘ
241
Ballast Ratio ⓘ
45.7%
Sail Plan
Sail Area
395 sq ft
I
38 ft
J
12 ft
P
32.5 ft
E
10.25 ft
Construction
Hull Type
Fin w/spade rudder
Rig Type
Masthead Sloop
Hull Material
FG
Ballast Type
—
Production
First Built
1982
Last Built
1987
Number Built
1000
Engine & Accommodations
Engine Make
Yanmar
Engine Type
Diesel
Water
25 gal
Fuel
20 gal
Notes: 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).