BUCCANEER 285
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 26.67 ft |
| LWL | 23.33 ft |
| Beam | 8 ft |
| Draft | 2.25 ft |
| Displacement | 6,050 lb |
| Ballast | 1,649.8 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 6.5 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 30.25 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 10.5 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 26.25 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 10.75 ft |
| FLforestay | 10.5 ft |
| Mainsail | 311.2 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 158.8 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 270 sq ft |
About the BUCCANEER 285
Similar to the BUCCANEER 270/275 but with aft cabin/center cockpit.
The Buccaneer 285 is a compact, trailerable sloop designed by an unknown designer and built by Bayliner Marine Corp. (USA) in 1976. With a production run of unknown hull count, this vessel represents a specific era of American production cruising yachts.
- Best for:
- This boat is best suited for coastal cruising and weekend getaways, particularly for owners seeking a trailerable package with a shallow 2.25 ft draft that allows access to protected bays and rivers.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a low D/L ratio of 212.7 and a capsize ratio of 1.76, the Buccaneer 285 is not recommended for serious offshore bluewater passages due to its light displacement and fin keel configuration.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include the Cal 25 and O'Day 23, as they share similar displacement (6050.0 lb), beam (8.0 ft), and trailerable dimensions from the mid-1970s.
Performance
Pricing
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Asking price by model year
8 listings · boat years 2003–2010 · median $39,950
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 26.67ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
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Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
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