Finngulf 28E
Description
The Finngulf 28E is a compact, high-performance cruiser-racer designed by Finnish naval architect Karl-Johan Stråhlmann and built by Finngulf Yachts (Finland) from 1998 to 2005, with approximately 50-60 hulls produced. This 28-foot fractional sloop emphasizes a balance of sporty sailing, coastal seaworthiness, and livable comfort, featuring a sleek hull with a wide beam for stability, a deep fin keel for pointing, and a modern interior with good ventilation and headroom. The "E" denotes the evolved version of the original Finngulf 28, incorporating refinements like an extended transom for better stern handling and optional electronics integration, making it ideal for shorthanded couples or small families on weekend cruises or club races. Constructed with vacuum-infused fiberglass (GRP hull, balsa-cored deck) and vinylester resin for osmosis resistance, it's praised for its premium Finnish build quality—lightweight yet robust—and award-winning aesthetics (e.g., European Yacht of the Year finalist).
Construction Details
| Designer | Karl-Johan Stråhlmann |
|---|---|
| Builder | Finngulf Yachts (Finland) |
| Length | 28.250 ft |
| LOA | 27.720 ft |
| LWL | 22.470 ft |
| Beam | 9.550 ft |
| Displacement | 6173 lb |
| Max Draft | 4.920 ft |
The standard boat dimensions
| i | 35.87 ft |
|---|---|
| j | 10.66 ft |
| p | 34.35 ft |
| e | 12.53 ft |
| p2 | - |
| e2 | - |
| i2 | - |
| j2 | - |
| I | J | P | E | P2 | E2 | I2 | J2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35.87 ft | 10.66 ft | 34.35 ft | 12.53 ft | - | - | - | - |
Sails
Finngulf 28E - MAINSAIL
| Luff | * 34.35 ft - (10470 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 12.53 ft - (3819 mm) |
| Leech | * 35.87 ft - (10933 mm) |
| Tack Angle | * 88 ° |
| Diagonal | * 36.15 ft - (11019 mm) |
| Head (inches) | * 6 in - (152 mm) |
| Area | * 222.53 ft² |
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Finngulf 28E - JIBSAIL
| Luff | * 29.94 ft - (9126 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 13.96 ft - (4255 mm) |
| Leech | * 26.3 ft - (8016 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 115.01 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 12.26 ft - (3737 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 12.01 ° |
| Area | * 183.56 ft² |
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Finngulf 28E - GENOA
| Luff | * 35.55 ft - (10836 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 17.08 ft - (5206 mm) |
| Leech | * 33.6 ft - (10241 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 150 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 15.99 ft - (4874 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 4.01 ° |
| Area | * 284.25 ft² |
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Finngulf 28E - ASYMMETRICAL
| Luff | 37 ft - (11278 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | 18 ft - (5486 mm) |
| Leech | 33.75 ft - (10287 mm) |
| Perc LP | * 165 % |
| Area | * 500 ft² |
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Finngulf 28E - SPINNAKER
| Stays | * 35.55 ft - (10836 mm) |
|---|---|
| MidGirth | * 19.19 ft - (5849 mm) |
| Foot | * 19.19 ft - (5849 mm) |
| Perc LP | * 180 % |
| Area | * 580 ft² |
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Finngulf 28E - STORMJIB
| Luff | * 20.58 ft - (6273 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 7.87 ft - (2399 mm) |
| Leech | * 17.23 ft - (5252 mm) |
| Perc LP | * 60.04 % |
| Length Perp | * 6.4 ft - (1951 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 19.06 ° |
| Area | * 65.84 ft² |
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