Ranger 28 (short rig)
Description
The Ranger 28 is a nimble fiberglass racer/cruiser sloop designed by Gary Mull and built by Ranger Yachts in Costa Mesa, California, from 1974 to 1977. Around 100 units were produced, with later hulls (post-#86) featuring the tall rig option for enhanced light-air performance and sail-carrying power. Drawing from Mull's IOR-inspired ethos, it prioritizes speed and handling over volume, succeeding the Ranger 26 as a compact fleet racer with coastal cruising chops. Owners value its responsive tiller steering, dry ride, and simplicity, making it a perennial favorite in one-design fleets and as an entry-level bluewater starter.
Construction Details
| Designer | Gary Mull |
|---|---|
| Builder | Ranger Yachts |
| Length | 27.920 ft |
| LOA | 27.920 ft |
| LWL | 21.670 ft |
| Beam | 9.580 ft |
| Displacement | 5081 lb |
| Ballast | 2300 lb |
| Max Draft | 4.830 ft |
| Year Built | 1974 |
The standard boat dimensions
| i | 36 ft |
|---|---|
| j | 12 ft |
| p | 31.50 ft |
| e | 11 ft |
| p2 | - |
| e2 | - |
| i2 | - |
| j2 | - |
| I | J | P | E | P2 | E2 | I2 | J2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36 ft | 12 ft | 31.50 ft | 11 ft | - | - | - | - |
Sails
Ranger 28 (short rig) - MAINSAIL
| Luff | * 31.5 ft - (9601 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 11 ft - (3353 mm) |
| Leech | * 32.76 ft - (9985 mm) |
| Tack Angle | * 88 ° |
| Diagonal | * 33 ft - (10058 mm) |
| Head (inches) | * 5.25 in - (133 mm) |
| Area | * 179.15 ft² |
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Ranger 28 (short rig) - JIBSAIL
| Luff | * 30.36 ft - (9254 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 16.01 ft - (4880 mm) |
| Leech | * 26.18 ft - (7980 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 115 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 13.8 ft - (4206 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 12.01 ° |
| Area | * 209.51 ft² |
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Ranger 28 (short rig) - GENOA
| Luff | * 36.05 ft - (10988 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 19.47 ft - (5934 mm) |
| Leech | * 33.82 ft - (10308 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 150 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 18 ft - (5486 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 3.96 ° |
| Area | * 324.47 ft² |
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Ranger 28 (short rig) - ASYMMETRICAL
| Luff | * 36.05 ft - (10988 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 19.8 ft - (6035 mm) |
| Leech | * 33.17 ft - (10110 mm) |
| Perc LP | * 165 % |
| Area | * 535 ft² |
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Ranger 28 (short rig) - SPINNAKER
| Stays | * 36.05 ft - (10988 mm) |
|---|---|
| MidGirth | * 21.6 ft - (6584 mm) |
| Foot | * 21.6 ft - (6584 mm) |
| Perc LP | * 180 % |
| Area | * 662 ft² |
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