Dragonfly 28 Buyer's Guide
The Dragonfly 28 is a 28-foot folding trimaran from Quorning Boats, designed by Jens Quorning and in production since 2009, that has become a recognizable name among used multihull shoppers who want a trailerable, marina-friendly cruiser-racer. Its Swing Wing outer hulls fold in about two minutes from the cockpit, so a used Dragonfly 28 slips into a normal berth and trails behind a car, and the boat's light 4,189-pound displacement with a 15 HP Honda outboard makes for simple ownership. On the brokerage market these boats turn up across France, Germany, the Netherlands, Italy, the United States, and Denmark.
Layouts on the Used Market
Owner three-cabin arrangements are the more common layout seen among used Dragonfly 28s, though both configurations are available, and ex-charter boats are a common sight. Either way the interior gives five berths and a separate head, with a full galley and a dinette that looks out like a deck-saloon yacht. A buyer should simply confirm which berth plan a specific listing carries, since the difference is mostly in how the accommodation is divided rather than in the boat's structure.
Equipment and Common Upgrades
Most used Dragonfly 28s carry an autopilot, chartplotter, and AIS as standard navigation equipment, which means a buyer gets core electronics without immediate upgrade cost. Heating and solar panels are often seen and speak to comfort and battery longevity at anchor. Beyond those, a code zero or asymmetric spinnaker, a bow thruster, and lithium batteries appear as occasional owner upgrades rather than standard fit, and a buyer should weigh whether those extras matter for intended use. Canvas such as a bimini or dodger and a trampoline replacement are also periodic owner additions rather than universal.
What to Inspect
The known equipment baseline is a Honda 15 HP outboard with electric start and electric tilt that runs like an inboard anchor, so check the engine tilt and start function and confirm the outboard bracket and steering linkage are sound. The Swing Wing folding mechanism should swing the hulls in without tools in about two minutes anchor, and any resistance or corrosion around the hinges deserves a close look. The two large trampolines provide deck space but are wear items, and the furling genoa with lazy jack mainsail should be inspected for UV and sailcloth condition since all lines lead aft to the cockpit for control.
Availability and Buyer's Takeaway
These trimarans are typically found in those same European and American markets, with owner three-cabin boats and ex-charter units both in circulation. For a buyer, the short checklist is: confirm the Swing Wing folds cleanly and quickly, verify the Honda outboard electric start and tilt, check trampoline condition, and confirm the autopilot, chartplotter, and AIS are present and working. A used Dragonfly 28 rewards the shopper who wants a light, foldable coastal cruiser that sails as readily as it trails.
Price & volume trends
Monthly asking-price and listing-volume trends for the Dragonfly 28. The line shows the median ask each month; the bars show how many listings appeared.
Monthly breakdown · 12 rows
| Month | Listings | Median ask | Δ vs. last mo. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 25 | 1 | $264,900 | — |
| May 25 | 2 | $229,909 | -13.2% |
| Sep 25 | 6 | $173,379 | -24.6% |
| Oct 25 | 5 | $173,670 | +0.2% |
| Nov 25 | 1 | $232,532 | +33.9% |
| Jan 26 | 3 | $220,293 | -5.3% |
| Feb 26 | 2 | $182,995 | -16.9% |
| Apr 26 | 6 | $171,244 | -6.4% |
| May 26 | 4 | $154,837 | -9.6% |
| Jun 26 | 1 | $222,063 | +43.4% |
| Jul 26 | 14 | $150,359 | -32.3% |
| Aug 26 | 2 | $174,920 | +16.3% |
Where they're listed
Dragonfly 28 listings appear across 10 countries. France has the most listings with 11 (27.5%), followed by Germany and Netherlands.
Country view
40 listings · 10 countries| Country | Median ask | Listings · 12 mo | Active · 90 d | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| France | $230,981 | 11 | 2 | 27.5% |
| Germany | $183,286 | 8 | 1 | 20.0% |
| Netherlands | $150,359 | 8 | 7 | 20.0% |
| Denmark | $179,308 | 3 | 1 | 7.5% |
| Italy | $173,670 | 3 | 0 | 7.5% |
| Spain | $192,622 | 2 | 1 | 5.0% |
| Sweden | $154,837 | 2 | 0 | 5.0% |
| Belgium | $220,293 | 1 | 1 | 2.5% |
| Finland | $150,359 | 1 | 0 | 2.5% |
| United Kingdom | $149,507 | 1 | 1 | 2.5% |