Question 1

What are the specs of the SHIPMAN 28?

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The SHIPMAN 28 has the following specifications: 29.06ft LOA, 8.53ft beam, 5.09ft draft, 6,614lb displacement, 2,667.6lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a SHIPMAN 28 cost?

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The SHIPMAN 28 has an average asking price of $6,148, with prices ranging from $1,962 to $10,033 based on 6 listings.

Question 3

Who built the SHIPMAN 28 and when was it made?

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Built by Shipman(SWE) Fiberman(IRE) Visby(SWE), designed by Olle Enderlein, first built in 1969, with production ending in 1979, 1,000 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the SHIPMAN 28 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The SHIPMAN 28 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 25.11, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 1.82, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the SHIPMAN 28?

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The SHIPMAN 28 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 15.9, which indicates a more conservative sail plan focused on comfort over speed. The displacement to length ratio is 318.83, making it a heavy displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a SHIPMAN 28?

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Annual maintenance for a SHIPMAN 28 is estimated at $1.4K – $3.7K. 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 SHIPMAN 28 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the SHIPMAN 28 (29.06ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.4K – $3.7K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $50-$100/year (based on $6,148 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 29.06ft boat: Florida: $5,200-$13,900/year. California: $4,900-$12,200/year. Massachusetts: $3,700-$8,100/year + $1,200 winter storage. New York: $3,700-$10,200/year + $1,200 winter storage. Maryland: $3,500-$6,300/year. Texas: $2,100-$6,300/year. Washington: $4,200-$9,100/year. Michigan: $2,000-$4,500/year + $1,200 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,100-$6,300/year. South Carolina: $4,500-$8,700/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $4K to $21K 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 SHIPMAN 28?

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Marina slip costs for the SHIPMAN 28 (29.06ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $5,200-$13,900/year. California: $4,900-$12,200/year. Massachusetts: $3,700-$8,100/year + $1,200 winter storage. New York: $3,700-$10,200/year + $1,200 winter storage. Maryland: $3,500-$6,300/year. Texas: $2,100-$6,300/year. Washington: $4,200-$9,100/year. Michigan: $2,000-$4,500/year + $1,200 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,100-$6,300/year. South Carolina: $4,500-$8,700/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 SHIPMAN 28?

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SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the SHIPMAN 28 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in 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 SHIPMAN 28.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a SHIPMAN 28?

Accepted Answer

When buying a SHIPMAN 28, SailPages.com has compiled 1 model-specific issues reported by owners across 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 SHIPMAN 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 SHIPMAN 28?

Accepted Answer

The SHIPMAN 28 has the following rig dimensions: I=35.1ft (foretriangle height), J=10.66ft (foretriangle base), P=31.82ft (mainsail luff), E=10.17ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 361.8 sq ft. Jib area: 187.1 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the SHIPMAN 28 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The SHIPMAN 28 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 29.06ft LOA, comfort ratio 25.11, capsize ratio 1.82, SA/disp 15.9, average price $6,148. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	29.06 ft
LWL	21 ft
Beam	8.53 ft
Draft	5.09 ft
Displacement	6,614 lb
Ballast	2,667.6 lb
Material	28’ 11”8.8 m
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.1 kn

Iforetriangle height	35.1 ft
Jforetriangle base	10.66 ft
Pmainsail luff	31.82 ft
Emainsail foot	10.17 ft
FLforestay	10.7 ft
Mainsail	361.8 sq ft
Jib (100%)	187.1 sq ft
Spinnaker	348.5 sq ft

Berths	1
Heads	5
CE category	N/A€

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