Designed by the renowned Farr Yacht Design team and built by Premier Composite Technologies starting in 2013, this 28-footer represents a modern approach to performance-oriented sailing. The Farr 280's fractional sloop rig and fin keel with bulb configuration create an efficient sailing platform that balances speed potential with manageable handling characteristics. With a displacement of 3,582 pounds and ballast ratio that positions 1,437 pounds low in the fin keel's bulb, this fiberglass yacht offers impressive stability for its size. The relatively light displacement combined with 453 square feet of sail area delivers a spirited sailing experience, while the 6.89-foot draft provides excellent upwind performance through reduced leeway. The boat's design parameters suggest strong suitability for coastal racing and fast cruising applications. Its comfort ratio of 10.34 indicates a performance-oriented yacht that prioritizes speed over motion comfort, making it ideal for day sailing and weekend adventures rather than extended cruising. The capsize screening formula of 2.47 falls within acceptable ranges for coastal waters, though the design clearly favors protected to moderate offshore conditions. Notable characteristics include the spade rudder configuration that enhances maneuverability and the fractional rig setup that provides excellent sail shape control across varying wind conditions.
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What is the Farr 280's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Farr 280 has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 31.04. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Farr 280's comfort ratio?
The Farr 280 has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 10.34. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Farr 280 safe for offshore sailing?
The Farr 280 has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 2.47. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Farr 280?
The theoretical hull speed of the Farr 280 is 6.87 kn knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Farr 280 weigh?
The Farr 280 has a displacement of 3,582.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 28.61 ft.
Who designed the Farr 280?
The Farr 280 was designed by Farr Yacht Design, first built in 2013.