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The Albin 28 Tournament Express has earned a strong reputation as a versatile Downeast-style cruiser that combines serious fishing capability, comfortable accommodations, and economical diesel performance. With her substantial construction, protected helm, wide 10′ beam, and practical cockpit layout, the 28 TE is equally comfortable chasing fish offshore, cruising the Chesapeake, or spending a weekend aboard.
This 2002 Albin 28 Tournament Express has benefited from an extensive list of upgrades, repairs, and ongoing maintenance. The current ownership has addressed numerous mechanical and onboard systems while also improving comfort and functionality with SeaDek flooring, a custom Strataglass enclosure, an electric head, upgraded holding capacity, and more.
The Albin 28 TE offers approximately a 132-gallon fuel capacity, 36-gallon freshwater capacity, 10′ beam, and 7,500-lb displacement, giving her the range and substantial feel that have made this model popular with both cruisers and anglers. Yacht Broker
Notable Upgrades & Maintenance
– Refrigerator replaced
– Original toilet replaced with an electric toilet
– Additional freshwater plumbing installed, providing access to the boat’s stored freshwater supply
– 9-gallon additional waste tank installed, increasing stated waste capacity from approximately 6 gallons to 15 gallons
– New oil-pressure sending unit and associated oil-feed line installed
– Injection pump and associated components removed to access and repair leaking oil-gallery freeze plugs
– Engine primed, painted, and epoxied as required
– New timing belt and alternator belt installed
– Bottom painted
– SeaDek flooring installed
– Custom Strataglass enclosure installed
– Water heater replaced
– Windlass serviced/maintained
– Fluids, impeller, batteries, hoses, and other routine maintenance performed annually or as needed
– Approximately 130 gallons of diesel fuel noted aboard
– Brand-new spare propeller included
– Approximately 100′ of anchor chain plus 200′ of line
– Custom electrical outlets added for improved accessibility
Accommodations & Layout
The Albin 28 Tournament Express provides an excellent balance between cockpit space and overnight accommodations. Below deck, the traditional layout offers a convertible forward berth/dinette area, additional sleeping accommodations, an enclosed head, and galley facilities. Comparable 2002 models were configured with a V-berth/dinette, aft quarter berth, private head, refrigerator, sink, and microwave. boats.com
The large cockpit provides plenty of room for fishing, entertaining, or simply relaxing at the dock. The protected helm and custom Strataglass enclosure extend the boating season, while the SeaDek adds a modern appearance and comfortable footing throughout the upgraded areas.
Broker’s Comments
For buyers specifically searching for an Albin 28 Tournament Express, this boat deserves serious consideration. A significant amount of attention has been directed toward mechanical reliability and improving the vessel’s onboard systems rather than simply cosmetic updates.
The combination of the diesel-powered Albin 28 platform, recent mechanical work, upgraded sanitation system, SeaDek, custom enclosure, spare propeller, extensive ground tackle, and documented ongoing maintenance makes this an appealing opportunity for someone looking for a capable fishing and cruising platform.
Ready for her next owner and the next chapter of cruising, fishing, and weekends on the water.
All vessel information, equipment, capacities, maintenance history, and upgrades should be independently verified by the buyer and/or surveyor.
