Question 1

What are the specs of the PRECISION 28?

Accepted Answer

The PRECISION 28 has the following specifications: 28ft LOA, 10ft beam, 3.67ft draft, 5,500lb displacement, 1,900.2lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Fractional Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a PRECISION 28 cost?

Accepted Answer

The PRECISION 28 has an average asking price of $25,958, with prices ranging from $20,000 to $30,000 based on 6 listings.

Question 3

Who built the PRECISION 28 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Precision Boat Works (USA), designed by Jim Taylor , first built in 1997.

Question 4

Is the PRECISION 28 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The PRECISION 28 is classified as a Coastal Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 16.15, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 2.27, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 5

How fast is the PRECISION 28?

Accepted Answer

The PRECISION 28 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 17.05, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 201.8, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a PRECISION 28?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a PRECISION 28 is estimated at $1.1K – $2.9K. 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 PRECISION 28 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the PRECISION 28 (28ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.1K – $2.9K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $250-$400/year (based on $25,958 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 28ft boat: Florida: $5,000-$13,400/year. California: $4,700-$11,800/year. Massachusetts: $3,500-$7,800/year + $1,100 winter storage. New York: $3,500-$9,800/year + $1,100 winter storage. Maryland: $3,400-$6,000/year. Texas: $2,000-$6,000/year. Washington: $4,000-$8,700/year. Michigan: $2,000-$4,300/year + $1,100 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,000-$6,000/year. South Carolina: $4,400-$8,400/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 PRECISION 28?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the PRECISION 28 (28ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $5,000-$13,400/year. California: $4,700-$11,800/year. Massachusetts: $3,500-$7,800/year + $1,100 winter storage. New York: $3,500-$9,800/year + $1,100 winter storage. Maryland: $3,400-$6,000/year. Texas: $2,000-$6,000/year. Washington: $4,000-$8,700/year. Michigan: $2,000-$4,300/year + $1,100 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,000-$6,000/year. South Carolina: $4,400-$8,400/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 PRECISION 28?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 2 issues reported for the PRECISION 28 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in rigging, 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 PRECISION 28.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a PRECISION 28?

Accepted Answer

When buying a PRECISION 28, SailPages.com has compiled 2 model-specific issues reported by owners across rigging. 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 PRECISION 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 PRECISION 28?

Accepted Answer

The PRECISION 28 has the following rig dimensions: I=30.5ft (foretriangle height), J=9.7ft (foretriangle base), P=30.5ft (mainsail luff), E=12ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 345.6 sq ft. Jib area: 147.9 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the PRECISION 28 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The PRECISION 28 is classified as a Coastal Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 28ft LOA, comfort ratio 16.15, capsize ratio 2.27, SA/disp 17.05, average price $25,958. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	28 ft
LWL	23 ft
Beam	10 ft
Draft	3.67 ft
Displacement	5,500 lb
Ballast	1,900.2 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.4 kn

Iforetriangle height	30.5 ft
Jforetriangle base	9.7 ft
Pmainsail luff	30.5 ft
Emainsail foot	12 ft
FLforestay	9.7 ft
Mainsail	345.6 sq ft
Jib (100%)	147.9 sq ft
Spinnaker	251.5 sq ft

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