IMPALA 28-2 (THOMAS)
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 28 ft |
| LWL | 23.17 ft |
| Beam | 9.25 ft |
| Draft | 5.84 ft |
| Displacement | 5,556 lb |
| Ballast | 1,876.3 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 6.5 kn |
Engine
| Yanmar | 1GM7.5 hpSee all 58 parts → |
About the IMPALA 28-2 (THOMAS)
Changes in the I.O.R. resulted in a lead shoe being added to avoid a ratings penalty. The lead shoe added 45.45 kg / 100 lbs to the ballast 1988 saw the introduction of the inboard diesel. The engine adopted was the YANMAR 1GM 9 HP. In 1990, 250 lbs of lead added to the outboard to standardize both inboard and outboard C.H.S. ratings. Class rules has increased this to 160 kg / 353.5 lb Displacement listed above is minimum for the outboard option. Class minimum displacement for the inboard option is 2,410 kg / 5,313 lbs
The Impala 28-2 is a fractional sloop designed by David Thomas and built by Hunter Boats Ltd. (UK) between 1977 and 1984, with a total production of 155 hulls. This British-built cruiser offers a balanced performance profile with a displacement of 5556.0 lb and a comfort ratio of 18.01.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal cruisers and weekend sailors seeking a manageable, responsive package with a 9.25 ft beam and 5.84 ft max draft that allows access to many marinas and coastal waters.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a capsize ratio of 2.09 and a displacement of 5556.0 lb, the Impala 28-2 is primarily designed for coastal cruising rather than heavy offshore passage-making.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include the Hunter 28 and other late-1970s British fractional sloops, as they share similar dimensions, fractional rig configurations, and target the same coastal cruising market.
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 28ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
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