Ocean Alexander 28L Legend Series | 95 Feet | Southeast Florida Brokerage
The Ocean Alexander 28L is the entry point into the Legend series and one of the most thoughtfully designed yachts in the Ocean Alexander lineup under 100 feet. At 95 feet with a forward dining room, an open galley connection, twin MTU V10 diesels and generous social spaces throughout, the 28L delivers the signature Legend series experience at a size that remains manageable for a professional captain and small crew.
Designed by Evan K. Marshall, the 28L was built specifically to bring the defining features of the larger 32L to owners who want Legend series quality without the operational complexity of a 100-plus foot platform. The result is a yacht that feels meaningfully larger than it measures and lives well for extended family cruising.
For buyers and owners evaluating the 28L in the brokerage market, understanding where this model sits relative to the broader Ocean Alexander lineup is where the conversation starts.
What Defines the Ocean Alexander 28L
The forward dining room is the feature that sets the 28L apart from most yachts in its class. Positioned on the main deck and connected directly to the open galley through a sophisticated pocket door system, it creates a dining arrangement that works equally well for formal entertaining and casual family meals. Most yachts under 100 feet require a choice between one or the other. The 28L offers both.
The galley and dining connection also affects how the yacht lives daily. Crew can prepare and serve without disrupting the salon. Owners can have a direct connection to the galley during informal passages. The pocket door system lets the space be separated or opened depending on the occasion. The salon is designed around generous social areas and a strong indoor-outdoor flow. Large windows run the length of the main deck and the transition to the aft deck is seamless.
The 28L runs on twin MTU V10 1,600 HP diesels giving it genuine offshore performance in a package that does not require the fuel capacity management of the larger OA 32L or 37L. Twin 40 kW generators handle the onboard power load at anchor or underway.
Ocean Alexander 28L Specifications
Key Specifications
- Length Overall: 95 feet 3 inches (29.05 meters)
- Waterline Length: 83 feet (25.30 meters)
- Beam: 23 feet 1 inch (7.05 meters)
- Draft: approximately 6 feet (1.83 meters)
- Displacement: approximately 250,246 lbs (113,510 kg)
- Fuel Capacity: 3,850 gallons (14,573 liters)
- Fresh Water Capacity: 650 gallons (2,460 liters)
- Holding Capacity: 400 gallons (1,514 liters)
- Tonnage: 187 GT
- Standard Engines: MTU V10 1,600 HP
- Generators: Twin Kohler 40 kW
Specifications may vary by model year, build and equipment configuration. Buyers should always verify individual yacht specifications directly.
For full production details and build specifications see the Ocean Alexander 28L official page with further reading in an article by Nuvo.
Layout and Design
The 28L is organized across three decks. The main deck carries the salon, forward dining room, open galley and aft deck entertaining space. The lower deck has the guest staterooms and crew quarters. The bridge deck carries the helm station and additional social or skylounge space depending on configuration.
The beam of 23 feet 1 inch is generous for a 95-foot platform and contributes to the interior volume that owners who have stepped aboard consistently cite as exceeding expectations for the size. The 28L feels like a yacht that is measuring longer than it is, which is a direct result of the beam-to-length ratio and the layout efficiency Evan Marshall built into the design.
The aft deck transitions naturally from the salon and provides a dining and entertaining space that works in the Southeast Florida and Bahamas cruising environment. The swim platform and access to the water are practical for the fishing, diving and anchoring use that owners in this market prioritize.
Ocean Alexander 28L in the Brokerage Market
The 28L is a newer addition to the Ocean Alexander lineup
and brokerage examples are limited. As with any newer
platform, the brokerage market for the 28L is still
establishing its pricing behavior and buyer pool depth.
What is known from the broader Ocean Alexander Legend
series market is that buyers who choose this platform
are typically experienced owners who have researched
the lineup carefully and are making a deliberate choice
to step into Legend series quality rather than continuing
up through the Revolution series. That ownership profile
tends to produce a more informed and patient buyer who
responds to correct positioning and complete documentation.
For sellers considering listing a 28L, the limited brokerage inventory creates both opportunity and risk. Opportunity because a well-positioned example faces minimal direct competition. Risk because the buyer pool is narrower than the 85E or 90R and requires active outreach to the right segment rather than passive listing exposure.
For a broader understanding of how Ocean Alexander models behave in the brokerage market see our Ocean Alexander market insights and the Ocean Alexander 27R overview for context on the Revolution series flagship at a similar size range.
How the 28L Compares to Other Ocean Alexander Models
The 28L occupies a distinct position in the Ocean Alexander lineup. It is larger than the 90R and 85E but designed around a fundamentally different ownership philosophy. Where the 85E and 90R are optimized for the Southeast Florida and Bahamas cruising pattern with strong social spaces and manageable crew requirements, the 28L steps into Legend series territory where the emphasis is on refined interior volume, formal entertaining capability and a level of finish that speaks to owners who have already been through the 85 to 90 foot category and are ready for something more deliberate.
Compared to the 27R, the 28L is a different kind of yacht. The 27R prioritizes modern Revolution series styling, a beach club and a more contemporary exterior profile. The 28L prioritizes interior refinement, a formal dining arrangement and the Legend series design language that appeals to owners who value craftsmanship over contemporary styling.
Buyers comparing the 28L to European alternatives in the 95-foot range will typically find the 28L offers more interior volume and livability at a price point that reflects Ocean Alexander’s value relative to comparable European production.
Ocean Alexander 90R Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Ocean Alexander 28L?
The Ocean Alexander 28L is the entry point into the Legend series. It is a 95-foot luxury motor yacht designed by Evan K. Marshall with a forward dining room connected to an open galley via a pocket door system, twin MTU V10 1,600 HP diesels and generous social spaces throughout. It was designed to bring the defining features of the larger 32L to owners who want Legend series quality in a platform under 100 feet.
How much does an Ocean Alexander 28L cost?
The Ocean Alexander 28L is a newer model and brokerage examples are limited. New build pricing varies by configuration and equipment. For a direct conversation about current market pricing on new or brokerage 28L examples contact an Ocean Alexander specialist who has visibility into current inventory and buyer activity for this model.
What makes the Ocean Alexander 28L different from the 27R?
The 28L and 27R are similar in overall length but represent different ownership philosophies. The 27R is part of the Revolution series with a modern contemporary exterior, beach club and a layout built around casual entertaining. The 28L is part of the Legend series with a forward dining room, formal entertaining capability and a design language built around refined interior volume. Buyers who prioritize interior craftsmanship and formal dining tend toward the 28L. Buyers who prioritize a modern exterior profile and beach club tend toward the 27R.
What engines does the Ocean Alexander 28L have?
The Ocean Alexander 28L is powered by standard twin MTU V10 1,600 HP diesel engines with twin Kohler 40 kW generators. Fuel capacity is 3,850 gallons giving the yacht meaningful range for extended offshore passages. Specifications may vary by build year and configuration.
How many staterooms does the Ocean Alexander 28L have?
The Ocean Alexander 28L stateroom configuration varies by build and specification. The layout is designed around the main deck forward dining and galley arrangement with guest accommodations on the lower deck and crew quarters separated from guest spaces. For specific stateroom details on an individual yacht contact a specialist who can pull the build specification for that hull.
Is the Ocean Alexander 28L a good yacht for the Bahamas?
Yes. The 28L is well suited to the Bahamas run and Southeast Florida cruising patterns. The 3,850 gallon fuel capacity gives it meaningful range and the twin MTU V10 diesels provide reliable offshore performance. The generous beam of over 23 feet and the interior volume make extended Bahamas cruising with family practical at a level the smaller Ocean Alexander models cannot match.
Discuss the Ocean Alexander 28L with a Specialist
If you are evaluating the Ocean Alexander 28L as a buyer or considering selling an example you own, a direct conversation based on current market activity and Legend series buyer behavior will give you a more accurate picture than any general overview.