Albin 82 MS Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Hull type

Monohull · fin

Rig

Masthead Sloop

LOA

26.9' · 8.2 m

Displ.

7,495 lbs · 3,400 kg

First year

1975

The Albin 82 MS represents a distinct chapter in Scandinavian maritime design, emerging as a refined evolution of the "motor sailer" concept that Albin Marine championed throughout the 1970s. Designed by the prolific Per Brohäll—the same architect behind the legendary Albin Vega and the ubiquitous Albin 25—the 82 MS was introduced in the late 1970s to bridge the gap between a pure coastal cruiser and a comfortable powerboat. Measuring approximately 8.2 meters (27 feet), this model was built with a philosophy that prioritized family comfort and reliable passagemaking over raw racing speed. It is characterized by its centercockpit layout, a protective semienclosed pilothouse, and the signature doublecabin configuration that became a hallmark of the Albin brand during this era.