FARR 280
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 28.61 ft |
| LWL | 26.31 ft |
| Beam | 9.42 ft |
| Draft | 6.89 ft |
| Displacement | 3,582 lb |
| Ballast | 1,433 lb |
| Material | 28’ 7”8.72 m |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 6.9 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 37.27 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 10.33 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 38.35 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 13.58 ft |
| FLforestay | 10.3 ft |
| Mainsail | 473.7 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 192.5 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 587.4 sq ft |
Accommodation
| Fuel | 10.6 L |
| CE category | About102 000€(2016) |
About the FARR 280
The Farr 280 is a high-performance fractional sloop designed by Farr Yacht Design and built by Premier Composite Technologies, with production records indicating a build year of 2013. While the exact total hull count is unspecified in the authoritative data, the fleet is characterized by a lightweight displacement of 3582.0 lb and a beam of 9.42 ft, prioritizing speed over heavy cruising comfort.
- Best for:
- This boat is best suited for coastal racers and performance-oriented day sailors who prioritize acceleration and upwind ability over heavy offshore provisioning. Its low comfort ratio of 10.34 and high sail area-to-displacement ratio of 31.04 make it ideal for short-handed racing and lively coastal cruising rather than long-range bluewater passages.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a low displacement of 3582.0 lb and a capsize ratio of 2.47, the Farr 280 is not inherently designed for heavy offshore bluewater cruising, though its fin keel and fractional rig offer competent offshore passage-making for experienced crews willing to manage its light motion characteristics.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include other lightweight, performance-oriented 28-footers from the same era such as the Beneteau First 28 or J/28, which share similar fractional rig configurations and racing-focused hull forms. These vessels are comparable due to their emphasis on planing capabilities and competitive racing pedigree over heavy displacement cruising.
Performance
ORC Performance Data(5 certificates)
Measured performance data from ORC (Offshore Racing Congress) certificates.
Polar Diagram
Boat speed (kn) vs. true wind angle. Source: ORC
Racing Ratings
Triple Number
ORC Measured
Sail Areas (ORC)
Speed Table (kn)
| TWA \ TWS | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 20 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52° | 4.3 | 5.7 | 6.5 | 6.9 | 7.2 | 7.3 | 7.4 | 7.6 | 7.6 |
| 60° | 4.6 | 5.9 | 6.7 | 7.2 | 7.4 | 7.6 | 7.7 | 7.9 | 8.0 |
| 75° | 4.8 | 6.1 | 6.9 | 7.4 | 7.8 | 8.1 | 8.3 | 8.7 | 8.9 |
| 90° | 4.9 | 6.3 | 7.1 | 7.6 | 8.0 | 8.5 | 8.9 | 9.5 | 9.9 |
| 110° | 4.8 | 6.3 | 7.2 | 7.9 | 8.5 | 9.2 | 9.7 | 10.5 | 11.4 |
| 120° | 4.7 | 6.2 | 7.2 | 8.0 | 8.7 | 9.3 | 10.1 | 11.6 | 12.8 |
| 135° | 4.0 | 5.5 | 6.8 | 7.7 | 8.6 | 9.6 | 10.7 | 12.4 | 15.0 |
| 150° | 3.3 | 4.7 | 5.8 | 6.8 | 7.6 | 8.5 | 9.5 | 12.1 | 15.7 |
| Beat VMG | 2.8 | 3.8 | 4.5 | 4.9 | 5.1 | 5.2 | 5.3 | 5.4 | 5.3 |
| Run VMG | 2.8 | 4.0 | 5.1 | 5.9 | 6.6 | 7.3 | 8.2 | 10.4 | 13.6 |
Pricing
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 28.61ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Articles & Reviews
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
16 reported issues across 9 systems for the FARR 280, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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