About This Vessel
This 1987 Freedom 28 Mull, measures 28 ft, and is located in Noank, Connecticut, powered by Yanmar 2 GMF 18.00HP.
AI OverviewThe 1987 Freedom 28 is a 28-foot fiberglass coastal cruising sailboat designed by Gary Mull and built by Tillotson-Pearson Inc. (TPI). It features an unstayed carbon fiber mast, a self-tending camber-spar jib, and a single Yanmar diesel inboard engine, making it a popular, easily handled single-hander. Key SpecificationsLength Overall (LOA): 27.5 ft to 28 ftBeam: 10.25 ft (10 ft 3 in)Draft: 4.5 ft (4 ft 6 in)Displacement: Approx. 6,400 lbsEngine: Yanmar 2GM / 2GMF diesel (16–18 hp)Fuel Tank: 15–17 galFresh Water Tank: 40 galHolding Tank: 12–15 gal Design & Performance HighlightsUnstayed Rig: Uses a robust, free-standing carbon fiber mast that eliminates the need for shroud stays, simplifying the deck layout and allowing the large fully battened mainsail to swing out broadly. Self-Tending Jib: Features a wishbone/camber-spar jib that tacks and jibes automatically without manual sheet handling, optimized for short-handed or single-handed sailing.Hull & Handling: Built with a fin keel and spade rudder, providing responsive performance and a comfortable motion for coastal cruising. Accommodation & InteriorLayout: Typically features a forward V-berth, an enclosed head with a sink and shower, two main cabin settees, a functional galley (two-burner propane stove, oven, icebox/refrigeration), and an aft quarter berth.Headroom: Cabin headroom is roughly 6.5 ft (6 ft 6 in). It is offered as a convenience by this broker/dealer to its clients and is
What Owners Say
What Owners SayThe Freedom Mull 28 is praised for its reliable performance and strong power, with owners highlighting its responsive handling and suitability for longer trips. The one Yanmar 2GMF engine supports responsive performance, and the boat's design offers confident handling. Its longer trip capability adds practical convenience in real-world use.
Accommodations
Forward you have a V-berth followed by an enclosed head with sink and shower. The head system and all hoses are new in 2025. Aft to the main cabin you have 2- settees with table and aft to a quarter berth. Aft and opposite is the spacious galley area. Up a couple of steps to the cockpit area with U-shaped seating and a pedestal with wheel steering.
Galley
Pressure Water SystemSinkTasco 2- Burner Stove with Oven- PropaneIce Box- 12 Volt DCAmple Counter, Cabinet and Drawer Space
Deck & Hull
Bos & Stern PulpitsDouble Life Lines with GatesHeat & Air ConditioningNew Interior Cushion Fabric- 201730 Amp Inlet with Dockside Power CablePromariner 20 Amp Automatic Battery Charger2- Group 27 BatteriesDodger- New 2019Main Sail Cover- New 2019Bimini Top- New 2019Fairclough Winter Cover- New 2017Raymarine Radar, GPS, Plotter- New 2022Autohelm Wheel PilotAM/FM/CD Stereo System with External SpeakersRitchie Powerdamp CompassStandard Horizon VHF RadioRacor Fuel Filter/ Water Separator20# Plow Anchor with Anchor, Chain & RodeHaylon 1211 Fire Suppression System
Sails & Rigging
Keel Stepped Carbon Fiber MastSelf Tending Jib BoomMain SailJib Sail2- Barient #21 Primary Winches
Mechanical Disclaimer
Engine and generator hours are as of the date of the original listing and are a representation of what the listing broker is told by the owner and/or actual reading of the engine hour meters. The broker cannot guarantee the true hours. It is the responsibility of the purchaser and/or his agent to verify engine hours, warranties implied or otherwise and major overhauls as well as all other representations noted on the listing brochure.
Disclaimer
The company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated.