MALANGO 8.88
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 29.13 ft |
| LWL | 28.54 ft |
| Beam | 11.33 ft |
| Draft | 7.55 ft/ 3.28 ft min |
| Displacement | 6,283 lb |
| Ballast | 1,962.1 lb |
| Material | 29’ 1”8.88 m |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 7.2 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Spinnaker | 807 sq ft |
Accommodation
| Cabins | 1 |
| Berths | 4 |
| Water | 26.4 L |
| Fuel | 7.9 L |
| CE category | About86 000€(2017) |
About the MALANGO 8.88
Spinnaker: 807 sq.ft./75m² Renamed the MOJITO 888 in 2013. Same hull but with a larger coach roof. The VIRGIN MOJITO 888 is the same hull but built with more eco-friendly materials. The glass fiber is replaced by linen fiber, felt (soric) a polyester woven material, is replaced with cork and corecell foam with PET foam, a recyclable material. In the end, the carbon footprint is greatly reduced over the entire life of the boat (manufacture, use and destruction).
The Malango 8.88 is a compact cruiser designed by IDBMarine (FRA) and built by Pierre Rolland in 2006. With a production run limited to a single year and an unknown total hull count, this vessel represents a niche entry in the late-2000s market.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal cruisers and weekend sailors who prioritize a manageable 29.13 ft LOA and fractional sloop rig for ease of handling. Its relatively light displacement of 6283.0 lb makes it responsive in light winds, ideal for those not planning extended offshore passages.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a capsize ratio of 2.46 and a comfort ratio of 13.33, the Malango 8.88 is primarily suited for coastal waters rather than heavy offshore bluewater cruising. Its fin keel and variable draft options provide adequate stability for protected seas but lack the heavy displacement typically preferred for long-distance ocean passages.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include other late-2000s European fractional sloops in the 28-30 ft range, such as the Beneteau First 28 or Dufour 31, which share similar fractional rigging and coastal cruising roles. These models offer similar beam-to-length ratios and interior layouts for short-range cruising.
Direct variant of the MALANGO 8.88
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 29.13ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
2 reported issues across 1 systems for the MALANGO 8.88, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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