FRIENDSHIP 28
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 28.54 ft |
| LWL | 23.29 ft |
| Beam | 9.35 ft |
| Draft | 5.25 ft |
| Displacement | 7,716 lb |
| Ballast | 3,307.1 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 6.5 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Mainsail | 156.08 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 106.56 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 635.07 sq ft |
About the FRIENDSHIP 28
Shallow draft keel: 1.2 m / 3.9 ft. Sail area: -Main: 14.5 m² / 156.1 ft² -Genoa #1: 27.5 m² / 296 ft² -Genos #2: 19.3 m² / 207.7 ft² -Jib: 9.9 m² / 106.6 ft² -Spinnaker: 59 m² / 635.1 ft²
Designed by Dick Koopmans Sr. and built by Jachtwerf Meijer (NL) from 1974–1984, the Friendship 28 is a robust Dutch cruiser with 400 hulls produced. Its design emphasizes stability and comfort, evidenced by a high comfort ratio of 24.42 and a substantial displacement of 7716.0 lb.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal cruisers and couples seeking a stable, comfortable platform with a manageable beam of 9.35 ft and a max draft of 5.25 ft. It is well-regarded for its solid build quality and practical layout, making it ideal for those prioritizing seakindliness over high-performance racing.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a low capsize ratio of 1.9 and a displacement/length ratio of 272.67, the Friendship 28 demonstrates strong offshore suitability and resistance to capsizing in heavy weather.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include the Dutch-built O'Day 28 and the Pearson 28, which share similar displacement and era-specific cruising characteristics. These vessels offer similar masthead sloop rigs and fin keels, providing a benchmark for interior volume and offshore capability.
Performance
ORC Performance Data(3 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 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 20 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52° | 4.2 | 4.8 | 5.4 | 5.8 | 6.0 | 6.1 | 6.2 |
| 60° | 4.4 | 5.1 | 5.7 | 6.0 | 6.2 | 6.3 | 6.3 |
| 75° | 4.5 | 5.3 | 5.8 | 6.1 | 6.3 | 6.4 | 6.6 |
| 90° | 4.5 | 5.4 | 6.0 | 6.3 | 6.4 | 6.5 | 6.8 |
| 110° | 4.6 | 5.6 | 6.1 | 6.4 | 6.7 | 6.9 | 7.2 |
| 120° | 4.5 | 5.4 | 6.1 | 6.4 | 6.6 | 6.9 | 7.4 |
| 135° | 4.1 | 5.0 | 5.8 | 6.2 | 6.5 | 6.7 | 7.3 |
| 150° | 3.5 | 4.4 | 5.2 | 5.8 | 6.2 | 6.5 | 7.0 |
| Beat VMG | 2.7 | 3.2 | 3.6 | 4.0 | 4.2 | 4.3 | 4.3 |
| Run VMG | 3.0 | 3.8 | 4.5 | 5.2 | 5.7 | 6.1 | 6.6 |
Pricing
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 28.54ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
4 reported issues across 3 systems for the FRIENDSHIP 28, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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