Question 1

What are the specs of the LANCER 28?

Accepted Answer

The LANCER 28 has the following specifications: 27.67ft LOA, 8ft beam, 2.83ft draft, 4,900lb displacement, 2,200.1lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a LANCER 28 cost?

Accepted Answer

The LANCER 28 has an average asking price of $6,875, with prices ranging from $3,500 to $12,500 based on 4 listings.

Question 3

Who built the LANCER 28 and when was it made?

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Built by Lancer, designed by W. Shad Turner, first built in 1977, with production ending in 1985.

Question 4

Is the LANCER 28 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The LANCER 28 is classified as a Coastal Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 18.94, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 1.89, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the LANCER 28?

Accepted Answer

The LANCER 28 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 17.19, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 159.83, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a LANCER 28?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a LANCER 28 is estimated at $1.2K – $3.1K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 7

How much does it cost to own a LANCER 28 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the LANCER 28 (27.67ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.2K – $3.1K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $50-$100/year (based on $6,875 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 27.67ft boat: Florida: $5,000-$13,300/year. California: $4,600-$11,600/year. Massachusetts: $3,500-$7,700/year + $1,100 winter storage. New York: $3,500-$9,700/year + $1,100 winter storage. Maryland: $3,300-$6,000/year. Texas: $2,000-$6,000/year. Washington: $4,000-$8,600/year. Michigan: $1,900-$4,300/year + $1,100 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,000-$6,000/year. South Carolina: $4,300-$8,300/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $3K to $20K depending on location and maintenance approach. Source: SailPages.com, based on published marina rate cards and industry data.

Question 8

How much does it cost to dock a LANCER 28?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the LANCER 28 (27.67ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $5,000-$13,300/year. California: $4,600-$11,600/year. Massachusetts: $3,500-$7,700/year + $1,100 winter storage. New York: $3,500-$9,700/year + $1,100 winter storage. Maryland: $3,300-$6,000/year. Texas: $2,000-$6,000/year. Washington: $4,000-$8,600/year. Michigan: $1,900-$4,300/year + $1,100 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,000-$6,000/year. South Carolina: $4,300-$8,300/year. Rates are per foot per month multiplied by boat length. Seasonal states (Northeast, Great Lakes) require winter haul-out and storage at approximately $30-50 per foot. Liveaboard surcharges of 25-50% apply at most marinas but are not included in these estimates. Mooring balls are typically 40-55% less than slip costs. Source: SailPages.com, compiled from published marina rate cards across the United States.

Question 9

What are the common problems with the LANCER 28?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 22 issues reported for the LANCER 28 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in structural, rigging, deck, rudder, hull, each rated by severity (critical, major, minor). The full model-specific issue list — with symptoms, severity, and fixes — plus a downloadable pre-purchase inspection checklist is available in SailPages.com's report for the LANCER 28.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a LANCER 28?

Accepted Answer

When buying a LANCER 28, SailPages.com has compiled 22 model-specific issues reported by owners across structural, rigging, deck, rudder, hull, engine. Always hire a SAMS or NAMS accredited marine surveyor — SailPages.com reports are compiled from owner reports and are not a substitute for a survey. The downloadable report for the LANCER 28 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 11

What are the sail dimensions of the LANCER 28?

Accepted Answer

The LANCER 28 has the following rig dimensions: I=32ft (foretriangle height), J=11.75ft (foretriangle base), P=27ft (mainsail luff), E=9.25ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 322.9 sq ft. Jib area: 188 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the LANCER 28 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The LANCER 28 is classified as a Coastal Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 27.67ft LOA, comfort ratio 18.94, capsize ratio 1.89, SA/disp 17.19, average price $6,875. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	27.67 ft
LWL	23.92 ft
Beam	8 ft
Draft	2.83 ft
Displacement	4,900 lb
Ballast	2,200.1 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.6 kn

Iforetriangle height	32 ft
Jforetriangle base	11.75 ft
Pmainsail luff	27 ft
Emainsail foot	9.25 ft
FLforestay	11.8 ft
Mainsail	322.9 sq ft
Jib (100%)	188 sq ft
Spinnaker	319.6 sq ft

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