Question 1

What are the specs of the RANGER 28?

Accepted Answer

The RANGER 28 has the following specifications: 28ft LOA, 9.58ft beam, 4.5ft draft, 5,081lb displacement, 2,792lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a RANGER 28 cost?

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The RANGER 28 has an average asking price of $6,000, with prices ranging from $6,000 to $6,000 based on 1 listings.

Question 3

Who built the RANGER 28 and when was it made?

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Built by Bangor Punta(USA), designed by Gary Mull, first built in 1976, with production ending in 1978, 130 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the RANGER 28 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The RANGER 28 is classified as a Racer/Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 16.42, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 2.23, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 5

How fast is the RANGER 28?

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The RANGER 28 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 21.12, which indicates high performance and good speed potential. The displacement to length ratio is 222.91, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a RANGER 28?

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Annual maintenance for a RANGER 28 is estimated at $1.3K – $3.4K. 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 RANGER 28 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the RANGER 28 (28ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.3K – $3.4K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $50-$100/year (based on $6,000 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 RANGER 28?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the RANGER 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 RANGER 28?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 5 issues reported for the RANGER 28 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in structural, deck, rudder, plumbing, engine, 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 RANGER 28.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a RANGER 28?

Accepted Answer

When buying a RANGER 28, SailPages.com has compiled 5 model-specific issues reported by owners across structural, deck, rudder, plumbing, 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 RANGER 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 RANGER 28?

Accepted Answer

The RANGER 28 has the following rig dimensions: I=37.5ft (foretriangle height), J=12ft (foretriangle base), P=32.8ft (mainsail luff), E=9.8ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 403.1 sq ft. Jib area: 216 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the RANGER 28 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The RANGER 28 is classified as a Racer/Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 28ft LOA, comfort ratio 16.42, capsize ratio 2.23, SA/disp 21.12, average price $6,000. 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	21.67 ft
Beam	9.58 ft
Draft	4.5 ft
Displacement	5,081 lb
Ballast	2,792 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.2 kn

Iforetriangle height	37.5 ft
Jforetriangle base	12 ft
Pmainsail luff	32.8 ft
Emainsail foot	9.8 ft
FLforestay	12 ft
Mainsail	403.1 sq ft
Jib (100%)	216 sq ft
Spinnaker	367.2 sq ft

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