- Builder
- J Boats
- Model
- J/88
- Racer/Performance +2
- Length
- 29.2 ft
- Built in
- United States (USA)
General
BuilderJ Boats
Country of Origin🇺🇸 United States (USA)
Boat TypeRacer/Performance, Sloop, Monohull
CategorySail
Hull TypeMonohull
Hull ModifierPlaning-capable
Hull MaterialFiberglass
Vessel DesignerAlan Johnstone
Accommodation
LayoutAccommodation Set 1
Guest Limit4
Number of Cabins1
Single Bed2
Double Bed1
Total Berths4
Wet Head1
Total Heads1
Engines
Standard · 1× Yanmar 2YM15
Drive TypeSail Drive
Engines1
Horsepower per Engine14 HP
Fuel TypeDiesel
Measurements
Overall Length29.2 ft
Waterline Length26.9 ft
Beam9.5 ft
Standard Draft6.6 ft
Displacement Weight4,990 lb
Keel Weight1,840 lb
Fuel Tank Capacity15 gal
Black Water Tank6 gal
Rigging
Main Sail296 sq ft
Jib218 sq ft
Spinnaker1,023.1 sq ft
Figures are for the current generation unless marked otherwise. Where a specification differs by generation or engine package, it is shown for the relevant version.
What Is a J Boats J/88?
J/88 truly hits the sweet-spot in J Boats' new generation of performance sprit boats. This mid-sized 29' (8.8m) family speedster is fast, fun and stable with the security and comfort of a sit-in cockpit, inboard diesel, overnighting interior and onboard head.
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Authorized J Boats Dealers
Dealers authorized by J Boats for the areas shown. Brokerage firms selling used hulls are not listed here.
Ashley Yachts
Escape Yachting
Irish Boat Shop
McMichael Yacht Brokers
J Boats J/88 Exterior
J Boats J/88 Interior
J Boats J/88 Deck Layout
Frequently Asked Questions
The current generation of the J Boats J/88 measures 29.2 ft overall, with a beam of 9.5 ft.
Top and cruising speed depend on the engine package and load. Check the engines tab in the specifications above and the individual listings for the figures of each hull.
New hulls are priced by the builder and its dealers and include the current generation's equipment. Used hulls are priced by their owners and reflect age, hours, condition, and upgrades since delivery.