Jensen Marine Cal 28

Sailboat 28′ Since 1963

Overview

Builder
Jensen Marine
Model
Cal 28
Type
Sailboat
Built
1963–1969
Designer
C. W. Lapworth
Hull
Fin w/spade rudder
Hull material
Fiberglass
Rig
Masthead Sloop

Dimensions

Length overall
28′ (8.53 m)
Waterline length
22′ 6″ (6.86 m)
Beam
9′ (2.74 m)
Displacement
6,000 lb (2,722 kg)
Ballast
2,200 lb (998 kg)

Sails and rig

Sail area
365 sq ft (33.9 m²)
I (foretriangle height)
33′ (10.06 m)
J (foretriangle base)
11′ 5″ (3.47 m)
P (mainsail luff)
28′ (8.53 m)
E (mainsail foot)
11′ 8″ (3.57 m)

Design ratios

Sail area / displacement
17.7

Power from the sails for the boat's weight. Under 16 is modest, 16–20 a typical cruiser, over 20 lively.

Displacement / length
235

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

Ballast ratio
37%

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

Capsize screening
1.98

Under 2 is generally considered better for offshore use.

More details

Ballast Type
Lead
Construction
FG

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

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