Tartan 28 Piper

Designed by Tim Jackett and launched in 1990, this 28-foot sloop represents Tartan Marine's commitment to building quality coastal cruisers with performance characteristics. The Piper features a modern fin keel and spade rudder configuration that delivers responsive handling while maintaining the stability expected from a cruising sailboat. With a displacement of 6,300 pounds and 2,300 pounds of ballast, the Piper strikes a balanced approach between performance and comfort. Her 385 square feet of sail area provides adequate power for spirited sailing, while the masthead sloop rig offers simplicity and versatility for both experienced sailors and those newer to the sport. The moderate beam of 10.88 feet creates a roomy interior without sacrificing performance. The boat's comfort ratio of 16.18 indicates she's designed more for performance than heavy cruising, making her well-suited for coastal sailing, day trips, and weekend adventures. Her relatively shallow draft of 3.92 feet opens up shoal-water cruising grounds often inaccessible to deeper-draft vessels. The capsize screening formula of 2.36 suggests reasonable offshore capability, though she's most at home in protected waters and coastal environments where her blend of comfort and sailing ability truly shines.

No owner reviews yet — be the first to share your experience with this boat.