HR-28 (HINTERHOELLER)
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 28.25 ft |
| LWL | 21 ft |
| Beam | 8.42 ft |
| Draft | 3.75 ft |
| Displacement | 6,000 lb |
| Ballast | 2,400 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 6.1 kn |
Engine
| Universal | Atomic 430 hpSee all 6 parts → |
About the HR-28 (HINTERHOELLER)
Simlar to the HINTERHOELLER 28. Inboard Universal Atomic 4 was an option.
The HR-28 is a classic Canadian cruiser designed by George Hinterhoeller and built by Hinterhoeller Yachts Ltd. in 1967. As a single-year production model with an unknown build count, it represents a specific snapshot of Hinterhoeller's early design philosophy.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal cruisers and weekend sailors who prioritize a manageable 28.25 ft LOA and a shallow 3.75 ft max draft for access to protected waters.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a D/L ratio of 289.23 and a capsize ratio of 1.86, the HR-28 is a relatively light boat better suited for coastal cruising than heavy offshore passage-making.
- Comparables:
- Comparable to other late-1960s Canadian fin-keel sloops like the Pearson 28 or O'Day 28, the HR-28 shares similar dimensions and a masthead sloop rig, though it distinguishes itself with a lighter 6000.0 lb displacement.
Direct variant of the HR-28 (HINTERHOELLER)
Near-identical models — same hull, builder and designer, re-badged or lightly changed. Specs and owner-reported issues are typically shared across the group, so a sister model's page may carry detail this one doesn't.
Performance
Pricing
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 28.25ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
2 documented issues across 2 systems, documented on the near-identical sister model HINTERHOELLER 28. The HR-28 (HINTERHOELLER) shares its hull, rig and keel, so these findings apply.
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