This Contessa 28 page brings the main rigging-planning information together so an owner can move from an early estimate to a checked specification. Mast-and-boom guidance is shown as an additional reference only, keeping a possible spar replacement separate from the normal standing-rigging scope. Previous rigging work can alter terminals, rigging screws, mast fittings or the forestay arrangement even when the basic yacht model has not changed. To turn the model guide into a manufacturing specification, measure the existing stays and confirm terminal forms, pin sizes, turnbuckle threads and the exact way the forestay connects to the furler.
Yacht and Rig Details
| Production | United Kingdom, 1977–1981 |
|---|---|
| LOA | 8.53 m |
| Beam | 2.81 m |
| Displacement | 3,162 kg |
| Rig | Masthead sloop |
| Mast stepping | Deck stepped |
| Spreaders | 1 |
Contessa 28 standing rigging
| Indicative forestay/backstay/shroud diameter | 6 mm |
|---|---|
| Rigging type | 1x19 stainless steel wire |
| Indicative standing rigging cost | £1,584 – £1,738 inc VAT |
Need replacement standing rigging for your Contessa 28? Choose the rigging options you want included, then use the Request Estimate button to send us your yacht details and selected items. You can also explore our yacht standing rigging replacement options, or see our standing rigging replacement cost guide.
Furler and kicker recommendations
| Genoa furler | Furlex 104S — 6 mm / 7.70 m |
|---|---|
| Rodkicker | Seldén Rodkicker 30 (Normal Gas) |
Mast and boom recommendations
| Suggested mast section | C170 |
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| Indicative mast height | 11.94 m |
| Suggested boom section | E270 |
| Indicative boom foot length | 3.34 m |
| Reefing | Slab reefing (2 reef lines) |
Contessa 28 running rigging
| Line | Diameter | Length | Suggested rope |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main halyard | 10 mm | 26.5 m | Marlow Ocean Braid |
| Genoa halyard | 10 mm | 27.7 m | Marlow Ocean Braid |
| Spinnaker halyard | 10 mm | 29.9 m | Marlow Ocean Braid |
| Genoa sheets | 12 mm | 13.6 m per sheet | Marlow Ocean Braid |
| Main sheet | 12 mm | 18 m | Marlow Ocean Braid |
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Need replacement running rigging for your Contessa 28? Choose the running rigging you want included, then use the Request Estimate button to include it in your enquiry. You can also explore our yacht and dinghy running rigging replacement options, or read our complete guide to running rigging.
These specifications and prices are indicative only and should be verified against the rig and existing equipment on the individual yacht.