COMET 860
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 28 ft |
| LWL | 22.33 ft |
| Beam | 9.67 ft |
| Draft | 4.33 ft |
| Displacement | 6,600 lb |
| Ballast | 2,112 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 6.3 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 31.83 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 10.25 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 26.33 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 9.17 ft |
About the COMET 860
An updated version, the COMET 301, was introduced in 1986.
The Comet 860 is a compact, performance-oriented cruiser designed by Groupe Finot and built by Comar (ITA) between 1984 and 1987, with a total production run of 78 hulls. Its design emphasizes agility and speed, characterized by a lightweight displacement of 6600.0 lb and a high sail area-to-displacement ratio of 21.62.
- Best for:
- This boat is best suited for coastal cruisers and short-handed sailors who prioritize sailing performance and ease of handling over heavy offshore provisioning. Its manageable size and responsive helm make it an excellent choice for weekend warriors and those seeking a lively, sporty sailing experience.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a low displacement of 6600.0 lb and a capsize ratio of 2.07, the Comet 860 is primarily designed for coastal and protected waters rather than extended bluewater passages. Its light weight and fin keel provide excellent upwind performance but offer less motion comfort and reserve buoyancy compared to heavier displacement offshore cruisers.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats from this era include the Beneteau First 26 and the O'Day 262, which share similar dimensions and a focus on recreational cruising with performance characteristics. These vessels offer similar masthead sloop rigs and fin keels, providing a benchmark for handling and interior layout within the 26-28 foot range.
Performance
Pricing
We don't have market pricing data for the COMET 860 yet. If you own one, help other buyers — what did you pay for it? Reports build a community price estimate over time.
Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 28ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
We don't have enough data on the COMET 860yet to publish model-specific findings we'd stand behind — but here's a free general inspection checklist, built from our research into what actually goes wrong on boats of this kind.
Drawn from 7,029 documented issues across 2,391 models, ordered so the areas that most often turn up problems come first.
Own a COMET 860? Reports from owners are what turn this into a model-specific checklist — and they're the reason the boats above it have one.
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