Wellcraft 28, the new masterpiece in three different models for every boating need

Not one, but three new 28-foot models built to conquer new horizons. Wellcraft will officially unveil two of them at Boot Düsseldorf 2026, scheduled from January 17 to 25, and one at the Miami International Boat Show in February 2026; but it has already released the first images of what are true masterpieces: the Wellcraft 28 Speedster, the Wellcraft 28 T-Top, and the Wellcraft 28 Explorer. Each of them shares the same cutting-edge hull design, while meeting different needs: open-air freedom with or without a T-Top, or a fully protected helm station to explore distant shores.

Together, these three new boats expand Wellcraft’s global reach, combining thrilling performance and accessibility while offering a bold, sporty, and competitive proposition, designed both for casual boaters and passionate explorers. The Wellcraft 28 T-Top and the Wellcraft 28 Explorer will make their world debut at Boot, while the North American debut of the Wellcraft 28 T-Top will take place at the Miami International Boat Show.

Wellcraft 28, the boat for cruising or fishing.

The new Wellcraft 28 models are built with one mission: to turn every day on the water into an exploration to share — and to adapt to every lifestyle. To achieve this, Wellcraft imagined not just one but four distinct aft cockpit configurations, each transforming the way boaters can live on board.

The Lounge configuration comes standard — a layout built for accommodating up to 13 people, including 9 forwardfacing seats for optimal safety at speed. It’s the most social setup for boaters who love to entertain.

With the Barracuda layout, the boat reveals a different character — clever fold-up seating bench with live well, fish box, bait drawers, and various rod holding solutions turn the aft deck into a true family fishing platform.

Both Wellcraft 28 T-Top and Wellcraft 28 Speedster can be transformed into sun lover’s paradise by Relax aft cockpit layout arrangement with a large sunbed, hidden storage, and additional seating.

Finally, the Sleeper layout, exclusive to the Explorer version, offers unexpected comfort at night with two berths combined with an elegant outdoor space for relaxation.

Advanced technology and outstanding performance

By rethinking the aft cockpit as the beating heart of the boat, Wellcraft ensures that every model can adapt to the way its owners want to live the sea. Every model benefits from the Wellcraft Infujection Structure Engineering technology — an infusion/injection combo where the hull and stringers are molded as a single part. This innovation delivers a lighter, stiffer, and stronger structure with an optimized power-to-weight ratio and reduced environmental impact.

To build the 28-foot line Wellcraft has choosen to partner with Navia, the renowned Helsinki-based specialist in stepped hulls. Thanks to this hull design, the result is a boat that planes and accelerates faster, runs drier, and handles rough seas with absolute confidence. With single or twin outboards, the Wellcraft 28 can exceed 50 knots while offering excellent fuel efficiency and superior stability.
Light, responsive, and powerful: these models guarantee an outstanding dynamic driving pleasure, with thrilling explorations and unparalleled convenience.