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Wellcraft Explorer 28
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Wellcraft Explorer 28

A protected, offshore-ready explorer with an enclosed wheelhouse, flexible cockpit layouts and accommodation for longer, all-season trips.

Overview

The Wellcraft 28 Explorer is designed for long-distance and all-season exploration. Its fully enclosed wheelhouse provides panoramic visibility and shelter, while high freeboards, a closed transom and a single-level walkaround deck support secure offshore movement. Lounge, Barracuda and exclusive Sleeper cockpit arrangements allow the boat to transition between social cruising, fishing and overnight adventures.

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Specifications

General Specifications

Overall length 8.51 m / 28'
Overall beam2.90 m / 9'6"
Hull length7.96 m / 26'1"
Air draft2.32 m / 7'7"
Draft, engine up0.63 m / 2'1"
Light displacement2857 kg / 6298.61 lbs
Fuel capacity529.90 L / 140 Gal
Water capacity50 L / 13.21 Gal
Max. engine power400 hp/cv / 400 hp/cv

Accommodation

Maximum Capacity7 people (Category B), 9 (Category C)
Sleeping Capacity2 standard berths; up to 4 berths with the Sleeper cockpit configuration
CabinForward cabin with sleeping accommodation and a dedicated head compartment
CockpitLounge, Barracuda or exclusive Sleeper arrangement; the Sleeper configuration incorporates two additional berths
Forward AreaSecure bow cockpit with forward-facing seating, high bulwarks and optional table and sun awning
Console FeaturesFully enclosed wheelhouse with wraparound glazing, seating, storage and an integrated helm station
Interior FacilitiesCompact galley, dedicated head, audio system, ambient lighting and optional heating and air conditioning

Certification

CE Design CategoryB-7 / C-9

Design & Construction

Architect and designerNavia
Design DetailsThe Wellcraft 28 Explorer has a more enclosed, all-season design centred around a protected wheelhouse with panoramic glazing. High freeboards, a closed transom and a practical walkaround deck give it a secure offshore character, while its adaptable cockpit and interior accommodation support longer and more comfortable adventures.

Key Features

Maximum speed above 50 knots
Single or twin outboard propulsion
Fully enclosed, all-season wheelhouse
Panoramic visibility
Lounge, Barracuda and Sleeper cockpit layouts
Up to four berths with Sleeper configuration
Dedicated head and compact galley
Optional diesel heating and 8,000 BTU air conditioning
Fishing equipment available in Barracuda layout
Side dive door and telescopic ladder
Optional Garmin radar
Optional bow thruster, trim tabs and Seakeeper Ride
Ambient RGB and underwater lighting options
Seanapps connectivity

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