ETAP 28s
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 29.46 ft |
| LWL | 27.72 ft |
| Beam | 11.02 ft |
| Draft | 5.77 ft |
| Displacement | 8,157 lb |
| Ballast | 2,579.2 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 7.1 kn |
About the ETAP 28s
Hull length: 8.6m / 28.22' Optional tandem keel: -Draft: 1.1m / 3.6' -Ballast 1,290kg / 2,844 lbs -Displacement 3,820 kg / 8,422 lbs Replaced with an updated version ETAP 30CQ.
The Etap 28s is a compact, performance-oriented cruiser designed by Von Ahlen Yacht Design/Stile Bertone and built by Etap Yachting between 2007 and 2009. With a displacement of 8157.0 lb and a fractional sloop rig, it offers a blend of coastal cruising comfort and responsive sailing characteristics.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal cruisers and couples seeking a manageable, easy-to-handle package with modern interior layouts, as well as single-handers who benefit from its fractional rig and relatively light displacement.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a capsize ratio of 2.19 and a comfort ratio of 18.27, the Etap 28s is primarily designed for coastal and protected waters rather than heavy offshore passage-making.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include the Beneteau First 28 and the J/28, which share similar fractional sloop rigs and target the same market of performance-minded coastal cruisers from the late 2000s.
Performance
Market Price
Asking price by model year
8 listings · boat years 1990–2007 · median $23,354
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 29.46ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Articles & Reviews
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
4 reported issues across 4 systems for the ETAP 28s, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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