UFO Boats Buccaneer 28 Crowther

Sailboat 28′ 2″ Since 1997

Overview

Builder
UFO Boats
Model
Buccaneer 28 Crowther
Type
Sailboat
Built
1997 on
Designer
Umberto Felci
Hull
Fin w/bulb & spade rudder
Hull material
Composite
Rig
Fractional Sloop

Dimensions

Length overall
28′ 2″ (8.60 m)
Waterline length
28′ 2″ (8.60 m)
Beam
11′ 10″ (3.60 m)
Displacement
2,425 lb (1,100 kg)
Ballast
882 lb (400 kg)

Design ratios

Displacement / length
48

How heavy the boat is for its waterline. Under 200 is light, 200–300 moderate, over 300 heavy.

Ballast ratio
36%

Share of the weight that is ballast. Higher generally means stiffer in a breeze.

Capsize screening
3.51

Under 2 is generally considered better for offshore use.

More details

Ballast Type
Lead
Construction
Composite

Data from Mauri Pro Sailboat Data. Check details with the builder before relying on them.