Question 1

What are the specs of the TRAPPER 28?

Accepted Answer

The TRAPPER 28 has the following specifications: 28.17ft LOA, 8.33ft beam, 4.75ft draft, 4,775lb displacement, 2,250lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

Who built the TRAPPER 28 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Anesty Yachts, (UK), designed by Cuthbertson & Cassian, first built in 1968.

Question 3

Is the TRAPPER 28 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The TRAPPER 28 is classified as a Coastal Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 18.37, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 1.98, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 4

How fast is the TRAPPER 28?

Accepted Answer

The TRAPPER 28 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 17.94, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 200.2, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a TRAPPER 28?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a TRAPPER 28 is estimated at $1.3K – $3.5K. 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 TRAPPER 28 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the TRAPPER 28 (28.17ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.3K – $3.5K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 28.17ft boat: Florida: $5,100-$13,500/year. California: $4,700-$11,800/year. Massachusetts: $3,500-$7,900/year + $1,100 winter storage. New York: $3,500-$9,900/year + $1,100 winter storage. Maryland: $3,400-$6,100/year. Texas: $2,000-$6,100/year. Washington: $4,100-$8,800/year. Michigan: $2,000-$4,300/year + $1,100 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,000-$6,100/year. South Carolina: $4,400-$8,500/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $4K to $22K 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 TRAPPER 28?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the TRAPPER 28 (28.17ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $5,100-$13,500/year. California: $4,700-$11,800/year. Massachusetts: $3,500-$7,900/year + $1,100 winter storage. New York: $3,500-$9,900/year + $1,100 winter storage. Maryland: $3,400-$6,100/year. Texas: $2,000-$6,100/year. Washington: $4,100-$8,800/year. Michigan: $2,000-$4,300/year + $1,100 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,000-$6,100/year. South Carolina: $4,400-$8,500/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 TRAPPER 28?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the TRAPPER 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 TRAPPER 28.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a TRAPPER 28?

Accepted Answer

When buying a TRAPPER 28, SailPages.com has compiled 1 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 TRAPPER 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 TRAPPER 28?

Accepted Answer

The TRAPPER 28 has the following rig dimensions: I=32.3ft (foretriangle height), J=10.5ft (foretriangle base), P=27.3ft (mainsail luff), E=10.8ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 328.8 sq ft. Jib area: 169.6 sq ft.

Question 11

How does the TRAPPER 28 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The TRAPPER 28 is classified as a Coastal Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 28.17ft LOA, comfort ratio 18.37, capsize ratio 1.98, SA/disp 17.94. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	28.17 ft
LWL	22 ft
Beam	8.33 ft
Draft	4.75 ft
Displacement	4,775 lb
Ballast	2,250 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.3 kn

Iforetriangle height	32.3 ft
Jforetriangle base	10.5 ft
Pmainsail luff	27.3 ft
Emainsail foot	10.8 ft
FLforestay	10.5 ft
Mainsail	328.8 sq ft
Jib (100%)	169.6 sq ft
Spinnaker	288.3 sq ft

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