Highlander 28
- Boat REF# · 342644
- LOA · 8.54m
- Year · 1987
- Construction · GRP
- Underwater profile · Fin
- Berths · 6
- Engine · 1 x Diesel 9hp, Volvo Penta 2001 (1987)
- Lying · Clyde
Extra Details
| Designer | Julian Everitt |
|---|---|
| Builder | Production Yachts |
| Lying | Clyde |
| Fuel capacity | 57.0 ltr (12.5 G) Total - 1 Tanks |
| Water capacity | 150.0 ltr (33.0 G) Total - 1 Tanks |
| Last survey | 10/06/2013 |
Mechanical
| Engine | 1 x Diesel 9hp |
|---|---|
| Engine make and model | Volvo Penta 2001 (1987) |
| Engine Hours | Not Recorded |
| Engine Cooled | Direct |
| Steering | Tiller |
| Drive | Shaft |
| Prop(s) | Folding |
| Fuel consumption (approx) | 2.5 ltr (0.6 G) /hour At Cruising Speed |
| Cruising speed (approx) | 5 knots |
| Max speed (approx) | 7 knots |
Folding Propellor fitted 2016
Antifouled and new anode fitted 04/25
Engine serviced 10/24
New Engine Battery 2024
Dimensions
| LOA | 8.54m |
|---|---|
| LWL | 7.32m |
| Beam | 3.20m |
| Draft Max | 1.65m |
| Displacement | 3,000kg (6,615.0lbs) |
| Headroom | 1.83m |
| Storage | Ashore |
Rig
Sloop rigged Proctor Aluminium spars (1987) with stainless steel standing rigging (2016)
Sails
| Mainsail | Saturn - Slab () 3 Reefs |
|---|---|
| Headsail | Crusader - Furling (2005) |
| Other sails | Spinnaker () |
| No 1 Genoa () |
| Spinnaker gear |
|---|
3/4 fractional rig
Electrical Systems
12 volt battery, 2 batteries charged by: engine
Construction
| Construction | GRP |
|---|---|
| Underwater profile | Fin |
| Finish | 2 pack finish |
New water tank fitted 2023
Accommodation
| Total # of berths | 6 |
|---|---|
| No. of double berths | 2 |
| No. of single berths | 2 |
| Cabin(s) | 2 |
| Heads | 1 heads (Manual) |
new toilet fitted 2016
2 burner gas cooker/stove
Accommodation
| Cooker/stove | |
|---|---|
| Grill | |
| Oven | |
| Sink | |
| Curtains | |
| Manual water system | |
| Non-Smokers |
new toilet fitted 2016
2 burner gas cooker/stove
Deck Gear
| Sail cover | |
|---|---|
| Sprayhood | |
| Spray dodgers | |
| Warps | |
| Boathook | |
| Swim Ladder | |
| Instrument Covers |
2 halyard winches
4 sheet winches
1 anchors
(CQR 25lb)
40.00m of chain
30.00m of warp
Nav Equipment
| Compass | |
|---|---|
| Speed | |
| Log | |
| VHF DSC radio | |
| GPS | |
| Autopilot | |
| Stereo | |
| Navigation lights |
Safety Equipment
| Carbon Monoxide detector | |
|---|---|
| Life buoys |
2 bilge pumps (1 manual / 1 Electric)
Broker's Comments
"A solid and practical cruising yacht with a well-maintained engine and recent upgrades, ideal for coastal sailing."
This Highlander 28, designed by Julian Everitt and built by Production Yachts in 1987, offers a well-balanced combination of performance and comfort.
With a GRP hull, fin keel, and sloop rig, she handles well under sail and is easily managed by a small crew.
Engine serviced (October 2024) and fitted with a new engine battery (2024). Folding propeller (2016) for improved efficiency. Antifouled & new anode (April 2025).
New water tank (2023) and manual toilet replaced (2016) Sloop rig with Proctor aluminium spars and stainless-steel standing rigging (2016).
Mainsail (Saturn, slab reefing, 3 reefs) and furling headsail (Crusader, 2005).
Includes spinnaker & No.1 Genoa for versatile sailing.
6 berths (2 doubles + 2 singles) across two cabins.
Galley with 2-burner gas stove and manual water system.
Functional heads with a recently fitted toilet.
CQR anchor (25lb) with 40m chain + 30m warp.
4 sheet winches + 2 halyard winches for easy sail handling.
Basic navigation gear (compass, log, VHF DSC, GPS).
Bilge pumps (manual + electric) and life buoys for safety.
A budget-friendly and reliable cruiser with recent mechanical updates, ideal for weekend sailing or coastal adventures. Lying in the Clyde, she presents a great opportunity for a first-time buyer or a sailor looking for a straightforward, no-fuss yacht.
Viewings highly recommended – contact Boatshed Scotland for more details.
These boat details are subject to contract.
Note: Offers on the asking price may be considered.
Owners FAQ's
How long have you owned the boat for?
10 years
Why are you selling her?
Need a larger boat
Where have you sailed her?
West Coast Scotland , N Ireland & Isle of Man