INFERNO 29
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 28.87 ft |
| LWL | 23.95 ft |
| Beam | 8.2 ft |
| Draft | 4.92 ft |
| Displacement | 5,732 lb |
| Ballast | 2,093.9 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 6.6 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 33.46 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 10.33 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 36.08 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 13.12 ft |
| FLforestay | 10.3 ft |
| Mainsail | 428.4 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 172.8 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 293.8 sq ft |
About the INFERNO 29
The Inferno 29 is a fractional sloop designed by Håkan Södergren and built by NaBoats (FIN) in 1982. With a displacement of 5732.0 lb and a comfort ratio of 21.12, this vessel represents a specific era of Finnish boatbuilding, though the exact number of hulls built remains unknown.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal cruisers and weekend sailors who prioritize a manageable 28.87 ft LOA and a moderate 4.92 ft max draft for access to varied shorelines. Its fractional sloop rig and 20.54 SA/D ratio suggest it is well-suited for those seeking a balance of performance and ease of handling.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a capsize ratio of 1.84 and a displacement of 5732.0 lb, the Inferno 29 is primarily designed for coastal cruising rather than extended bluewater passages. Its fin keel and moderate ballast ratio suggest stability in moderate conditions but limited heavy-weather offshore endurance.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats from the early 1980s with similar fractional sloop rigs and moderate displacement include the Benetele First 28 and the O'Day 28. These models share similar dimensions and roles, offering a mix of cruising comfort and sailing performance.
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 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 20 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52° | 4.8 | 5.7 | 6.1 | 6.3 | 6.4 | 6.4 | 6.4 |
| 60° | 5.1 | 5.9 | 6.3 | 6.5 | 6.6 | 6.6 | 6.6 |
| 75° | 5.3 | 6.1 | 6.4 | 6.6 | 6.8 | 6.9 | 7.0 |
| 90° | 5.2 | 6.1 | 6.5 | 6.7 | 6.9 | 7.2 | 7.5 |
| 110° | 5.2 | 6.1 | 6.6 | 6.9 | 7.3 | 7.5 | 7.9 |
| 120° | 5.0 | 6.0 | 6.5 | 6.9 | 7.3 | 7.7 | 8.3 |
| 135° | 4.5 | 5.5 | 6.3 | 6.6 | 7.0 | 7.4 | 8.3 |
| 150° | 3.8 | 4.8 | 5.7 | 6.3 | 6.6 | 7.0 | 7.8 |
| Beat VMG | 3.1 | 3.8 | 4.2 | 4.5 | 4.6 | 4.6 | 4.5 |
| Run VMG | 3.3 | 4.2 | 5.0 | 5.6 | 6.2 | 6.5 | 7.2 |
Pricing
We don't have market pricing data for the INFERNO 29 yet. If you own one, help other buyers — what did you pay for it? Reports build a community price estimate over time.
Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 28.87ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
We don't have enough data on the INFERNO 29yet 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.
Drawn from 7,029 documented issues across 2,391 models, ordered so the areas that most often turn up problems come first.
Own a INFERNO 29? Reports from owners are what turn this into a model-specific checklist — and they're the reason the boats above it have one.
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