Fairey 28 Huntsman
Builder: Fairey Marine, Hamble, UK
Built: 150 between 1960 and 1972
MBY tested: April 1961
Dimensions: LOA 28ft 10in (8.78m), beam 8ft 9in (2.67m),
draught 2ft 6in (0.76m), displacement 3 tons
General: Fast offshore two-berth weekender built in hot-
moulded mahogany
Power: Twin diesel or (rarely) petrol shaftdrive engines
from 2 x 86hp up to 2 x 225hp
Price guide: From about £12,000 for an original; up to £30,000
for a restored model
Surveyor's notes: Like the Huntress, a classic now likely to be showing its age. Hulls are often in surprisingly good condition; superstructure and deck may need attention. Engines may need replacing.
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Boat report from: Motor Boat and Yachting