Question 1

What are the specs of the SOUTHERN CROSS 28?

Accepted Answer

The SOUTHERN CROSS 28 has the following specifications: 30.42ft LOA, 8.5ft beam, 4.67ft draft, 8,500lb displacement, 3,400lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Cutter. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

Who built the SOUTHERN CROSS 28 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by C. E. Ryder (USA), designed by Thomas Gillmer, first built in 1978.

Question 3

Is the SOUTHERN CROSS 28 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The SOUTHERN CROSS 28 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 32.66, which means it is very comfortable in a seaway, suitable for extended offshore passages. The capsize screening ratio is 1.67, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 4

How fast is the SOUTHERN CROSS 28?

Accepted Answer

The SOUTHERN CROSS 28 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 15.99, which indicates a more conservative sail plan focused on comfort over speed. The displacement to length ratio is 462.44, making it a heavy displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a SOUTHERN CROSS 28?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a SOUTHERN CROSS 28 is estimated at $1.5K – $4.1K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the SOUTHERN CROSS 28 (30.42ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.5K – $4.1K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 30.42ft boat: Florida: $5,500-$14,600/year. California: $5,100-$12,800/year. Massachusetts: $3,800-$8,500/year + $1,200 winter storage. New York: $3,800-$10,600/year + $1,200 winter storage. Maryland: $3,700-$6,600/year. Texas: $2,200-$6,600/year. Washington: $4,400-$9,500/year. Michigan: $2,100-$4,700/year + $1,200 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,300-$6,600/year. South Carolina: $4,700-$9,100/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $4K to $24K depending on location and maintenance approach. Source: SailPages.com, based on published marina rate cards and industry data.

Question 7

How much does it cost to dock a SOUTHERN CROSS 28?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the SOUTHERN CROSS 28 (30.42ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $5,500-$14,600/year. California: $5,100-$12,800/year. Massachusetts: $3,800-$8,500/year + $1,200 winter storage. New York: $3,800-$10,600/year + $1,200 winter storage. Maryland: $3,700-$6,600/year. Texas: $2,200-$6,600/year. Washington: $4,400-$9,500/year. Michigan: $2,100-$4,700/year + $1,200 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,300-$6,600/year. South Carolina: $4,700-$9,100/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 8

What are the common problems with the SOUTHERN CROSS 28?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a SOUTHERN CROSS 28?

Accepted Answer

When buying a SOUTHERN CROSS 28, SailPages.com has compiled 1 model-specific issues reported by owners across structural. 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 SOUTHERN CROSS 28 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 10

What are the sail dimensions of the SOUTHERN CROSS 28?

Accepted Answer

The SOUTHERN CROSS 28 has the following rig dimensions: I=34.8ft (foretriangle height), J=13ft (foretriangle base), P=31ft (mainsail luff), E=12.2ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 430.4 sq ft. Jib area: 226.2 sq ft.

Question 11

How does the SOUTHERN CROSS 28 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The SOUTHERN CROSS 28 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 30.42ft LOA, comfort ratio 32.66, capsize ratio 1.67, SA/disp 15.99. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	30.42 ft
LWL	20.17 ft
Beam	8.5 ft
Draft	4.67 ft
Displacement	8,500 lb
Ballast	3,400 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.0 kn

Iforetriangle height	34.8 ft
Jforetriangle base	13 ft
Pmainsail luff	31 ft
Emainsail foot	12.2 ft
FLforestay	13 ft
Mainsail	430.4 sq ft
Jib (100%)	226.2 sq ft
Spinnaker	384.5 sq ft

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