The Ranger 28, a product of the late 1970s collaboration between naval architect Gary Mull and Jensen Marine, stands as a hallmark of the performance-cruising era. Launched in 1977 under the Bangor Punta umbrella, this model was designed to bridge the gap between the agile Ranger 26 and the formidable Ranger 33. Unlike many of its contemporaries that sacrificed aesthetics for interior volume, the Ranger 28 maintained the sleek, aggressive lines characteristic of Mull’s racing pedigree while offering a beamier, more comfortable platform than the older Ranger 29. The vessel represents a transitional period in American boat building where fiberglass construction techniques were maturing, allowing for a lighter displacement and more efficient hull forms that could perform competitively in PHRF racing while remaining manageable for a cruising couple.
Ranger 28 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Ranger
- Model
- 28
- Builder
- Bangor Punta
- Designer
- Gary Mull
- Number Built
- 130
- Production Year(s)
- 1976 - 1978
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| Source | Year | Make | Model | Price | Cabins | Heads | City | Country | Listing Date |
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Market Overview
Price & Volume Trends
Monthly breakdown
| Month | Listings | Median Asking Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| May 2025 | 1 | $9,500 |
| Mar 2026 | 1 | $25,921 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hunter 28.5 | 28.42' | $12,750 | 22 | 7 |
| Contessa 28 | 27.67' | $9,469 | 14 | 6 |
| Jeanneau First 28 | 28.21' | $28,867 | 9 | 3 |
| Mirage 28 | 27.5' | $7,440 | 9 | 5 |
| Ranger 33 | 33.17' | $8,950 | 5 | 1 |
| Rhodes 29 | 28.5' | $11,782 | 5 | 2 |
| Westerly Merlin 28 | 27.06' | $17,674 | 5 | 4 |
| Ranger 28 | $17,711 | 2 | 1 | |
| Sabre 28-3 | 28.42' | $16,475 | 2 | 0 |
| Jensen Cal 28 | $4,000 | 1 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Italy | $25,921 | 1 | 1 |
| United States | $9,500 | 1 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Ranger 28 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Ranger 28 over the past 12 months is $17,711. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Ranger 28 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 2 Ranger 28 listings over the past 12 months, with 1 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Ranger 28 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Ranger 28 has increased by 46.36% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Ranger 28?
- United States currently has the lowest median asking price at $9,500, while Italy is the most expensive at $25,921 — a 173% difference.
- What are similar sailboats to the Ranger 28?
- Comparable models include the Hunter 28.5, Contessa 28, Jeanneau First 28. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.