BENTE 28

About the BENTE 28

Optional performance keel: -Draft: 1.95 m / 6.4 ft. -Ballast: 800 kg / 1,764 lbs. Sail area: -Main: 33.2 m / 357.4 ft -Jib: 22 m / 236.8 ft -Gennaker: 72 m / 775 ft -Performance Code 0: 47.6 m / 512.4 ft Available with a Torqeedo Cruise 6.0 FP (POD), 9.9 hp equivalent Max headroom: 2.02 m / 6.63 ft.

The Bente 28 is a modern fractional sloop designed by judel/vrolijk & co and built by Bente Yachts (GER) in 2022. With a displacement of 7054.79 lb and a D/L ratio of 185.76, it offers a balanced blend of performance and comfort, though the total number of hulls built remains unconfirmed.

Best for:

This boat suits coastal cruisers and performance-oriented day sailors who value a responsive, lightweight hull with a Comfort ratio of 19.65. Its fractional rig and high SA/D ratio of 25.93 make it particularly appealing to single-handers or couples seeking easy handling and good upwind performance.

Bluewater capability:

With a Capsize ratio of 2.05 and a relatively light displacement of 7054.79 lb, the Bente 28 is best suited for coastal and nearshore cruising rather than extended bluewater passages. Its fin keel and moderate draft of 5.25 ft support good performance in sheltered waters but limit its heavy-weather offshore resilience compared to heavier displacement designs.

Comparables:

Comparable boats include the Beneteau First 28 and the J/28, as they share similar fractional sloop rigs, lightweight displacement characteristics, and a focus on performance cruising. These models also target the same market of sailors prioritizing speed and ease of handling over heavy bluewater displacement.