Etap 28 i

ETAP 28i from 1990 – Low draft cruising sailboat, well maintained and ready to sail
We offer this ETAP 28i from 1990, a cruising sailboat renowned for its double hull construction, robustness, and safety features. This model, designed by Philippe Harlé and Alain Mortain and built by the Belgian shipyard ETAP Yachting, offers an excellent compromise between comfort, livability, safety, and ease of navigation.
Particularly suitable for coastal cruising, couple or family sailing, this boat benefits from a reduced draft of only 1.15 m, allowing access to numerous shallow ports and anchorages.
The boat has undergone several recent improvements and is equipped with a comprehensive set of equipment.

SAILS AND RIGGING
UK Sails mainsail in good condition mounted on roller slides
High-aspect genoa on roller, in good condition
UV protection of the genoa renewed in 2025
Lazy jack
Deck cover
Six stainless steel Lewmar winches

NAVIGATION AND ELECTRONICS
Raymarine ST2000 autopilot
Raymarine instruments: wind, depth, and navigation
Raymarine Hybridtouch plotter
Valsat 2008 GPS as backup
Fixed VHF with masthead antenna
Portable VHF

ANCHORING
Fortress anchor of 3.5 kg with 40 m of chain
Plow-type anchor of 9 kg
5 m chain
Nylon line

ENGINE AND PROPULSION
The boat is equipped with a Volvo Penta 2002 diesel engine of 18 HP.
The engine is serviced annually, with filters replaced. According to the owner, it runs regularly and provides full satisfaction.
Saildrive seal replaced in 2025
Starting battery replaced in 2025
Service battery replaced in 2024
100 W solar panel
Webasto heating

RECENT WORK AND UPGRADES
Renovated deck in 2026
Application of non-slip paint on the deck
Rear cabin mattresses replaced in 2026
UV protection of the genoa renewed in 2025
Saildrive seal replaced in 2025
Recent batteries

INTERIOR LAYOUT
The ETAP 28i offers a comfortable and functional layout for cruising:
Separate aft cabin
Forward cabin (French bed)
Convertible saloon
Kitchen
Toilet compartment
Chart table
Sleeping for about six people depending on configuration
Generous interior volume for a sailboat of this size

This boat is a particularly attractive basis for immediate sailing, with comprehensive equipment, ongoing maintenance, and several major recent upgrades.

The ETAP 28i is appreciated for its specific double hull construction with closed-cell foam, positive buoyancy, and reassuring sea behavior. It also offers a very advantageous draft for navigation in coastal zones, estuaries, and accessible anchorages.

MAIN SPECIFICATIONS
Brand: ETAP Yachting
Model: ETAP 28i
Year: 1990
Designers: Philippe Harlé and Alain Mortain
Type: cruising sailboat
Construction: polyester double hull
Length: approximately 8.50 m
Beam: approximately 3.13 m
Draft: 1.15 m
Engine: Volvo Penta 2002, 18 HP
Propulsion: saildrive

A safe, versatile, and well-equipped sailboat, ideal for coastal cruising, family sailing, or owners seeking a livable boat with low draft.

Boat viewable by appointment.
File, detailed inventory, and additional information available upon request.