HALLBERG-RASSY P-28
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 28.25 ft |
| LWL | 21 ft |
| Beam | 7.75 ft |
| Draft | 4.17 ft |
| Displacement | 6,835 lb |
| Ballast | 2,866 lb |
| Material | 28’ 2”8.61 m |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 6.1 kn |
Accommodation
| Cabins | 1 |
| Berths | 6 |
| Heads | 5 |
| Water | 17.2 L |
| Fuel | 10.6 L |
| CE category | N/A€ |
About the HALLBERG-RASSY P-28
The P 28 has been built in many different versions. In the beginning all hulls and superstructures were built in mahogany and had a fractional rig. At the end of the 50s a masthead rig replaced the fractional rig and the design of the main window was improved to two individual windows. As early as 1963 a GRP hull was introduced. At the same time the hull was made a bit wider. In 1972 the transom was developed adding on her length from 8.61 m / 28'' 3'''' to 9.04 m / 29'' 8''''. After 1972 the deck was covered with teak as a standard and the toerail was made in teak in stead of mahogany. After Hull #500, boats were fitted with a Volvo Penta diesel. The biggest markets for the P-28 were the USA and Sweden.
Designed by Harry Hallberg and built by Hallberg-Rassy in Sweden, the P-28 is a classic 28.25 ft masthead sloop with a production run of 536 hulls from 1955–1973. This data-driven synthesis is based on owner reports and listings, as Sailpages.com does not physically inspect or survey boats.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal cruisers and traditionalists who value a classic Scandinavian design with a comfortable 29.79 comfort ratio, though its age requires diligent maintenance.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a displacement of 6835.0 lb and a low capsize ratio of 1.64, the P-28 offers moderate offshore capability suitable for protected coastal passages and short offshore trips.
- Comparables:
- Comparable to other 1950s-60s European fin-keel sloops like the Hallberg-Rassy 32 or early Nautor's Swan models, sharing similar displacement-to-length ratios and traditional construction methods.
Performance
Estimated Value
Limited DataEstimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 28.25ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
We don't have enough data on the HALLBERG-RASSY P-28yet 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.
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