2026 Wellcraft 28 Explorer

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2026 Wellcraft 28 Explorer

The all-new Wellcraft 28 Explorer is built for boaters who want to push farther and stay longer. Featuring a fully enclosed wheelhouse, 2+2 berths, and the exclusive Sleeper cockpit configuration for overnight stays, it's the most expedition-capable of the new 28 series. Built on a Navia-designed stepped hull using W.I.S.E. Technology, it exceeds 50 knots with single or twin outboards. Cockpit configurations available: Lounge, Barracuda, and Sleeper (Explorer exclusive).

Dimensions:

LOA: 28'1" (8.56 m)

Beam: 9'6" (2.90 m)

Draft: 2'1" (0.63 m)

Air Draft: Not Published

Weight: ~7,050 lbs (dry)

Hull Type: GRP Stepped Hull — W.I.S.E. / Navia Design

Deadrise Aft: Not Published

Tankage:

Fuel: 90–140 gal (340–530 L)

Water: 21 gal (80 L)

Holding: Not Published

Engines:

Make: TBD — Single or Twin Outboard

Model: Not Yet Published

Engine Type: 4-Stroke Outboard

Drive Type: Outboard

Fuel: Gasoline

HP: 225–500 HP (single to twin config.)

Hrs: New — N/A

Standard Features:

W.I.S.E. (Wellcraft Infujection Structure Engineering) Hull Construction

Navia Stepped Hull Design

Fully Enclosed Wheelhouse

Closed Transom and High Bulwarks

Oversized Handrails

One-Level Walkaround Deck

Side Dive Door

Forward-Facing Seating

LED Lighting

NMMA Certified

Available Options:

Cockpit Configuration: Lounge (Standard — seats up to 13, 9 forward-facing)

Cockpit Configuration: Barracuda (Fold-up seating, livewell, fish box, bait drawers, rod holders)

Cockpit Configuration: Sleeper (Exclusive to Explorer — 2 berths + outdoor lounging area)

Single or Twin Outboard Engine Configuration

Note: Full options list not yet published — contact dealer for details