Tartan 28 Piper Sailboats for Sale

Drawing Diagram

Builder drawing

Hull Type

Monohull · fin

Rig

Masthead Sloop

LOA

28.25' · 8.61 m

Disp.

6,300 lbs · 2,858 kg

First year

1990

The Tartan 28, frequently identified in performance circles as the Tartan 28 Piper when equipped with its signature fractional rig, represents a significant milestone in the lineage of Tartan Yachts. Launched in 1984, it was the first design penned for the company by Tim Jackett, who would go on to define the brand’s modern aesthetic for decades. The model was engineered to transition the builder away from the heavier, traditional Sparkman & Stephens designs of the 1970s toward a more contemporary, nimble performancecruiser profile. While the standard Tartan 28 was often delivered with a masthead rig, the "Piper" designation specifically highlights the more adjustable and athletic fractional configuration, catering to sailors who prioritized sail shape control and lightair responsiveness.