Lucky US

1996 Albin 28 Tournament Express - "Lucky Us" - Diesel Downeast Cruiser with Radar, Generator, Bow Thruster,

A/C and Updated Electronics

If you have been searching for a real diesel-powered cruising and fishing boat under $50,000, this 1996 Albin 28

Tournament Express deserves serious attention. Lucky Us brings together the qualities that made the Albin 28 so

respected: an efficient single diesel, wide-beam stability, a practical cockpit, comfortable overnight

accommodations, and a true downeast profile that works for both cruising and fishing.

Electronics and Navigation

• Ray Marine Axiom 9RV with Real Vision 3D and Bronze Transducer AND a80469 Transducer ( Added10/ 2021) With Chart
• Quantum Q24d Doppler Radar System (10/2021)
• Galvanic Isolator Pro Safe FS30 (2022)
• Custom Radar Arch (Aluminum) with Rocket Launchers/2 Flood Lights and Radar
• Bow Thruster
• Heat and Air-conditioning
• Windless

Broker Infomation

Current Owner purchased Lucky Us in 2020. They went through the Vessel as Needed Updating Items. Major Engine Maintence (Work Order is Available)Spent up to 20 upgrades and Maintence.

Have to Sell because of Moving out of the area

DASH

• Digital Hour Meter With RPMS AND Flo Scan
• Standard Horizon Digital Depth Finder
• Analogue Temp / Oil Gauge/Volt and Fuel Gauges
• Ray Marine System
• Compass
• Digital Volt Meter

Overview

Lucky Us is a 1996 Albin 28 Tournament Express located in Fernandina Beach, Florida. The Albin 28 TE is one of

those boats that has earned its reputation the hard way - by being useful, efficient, stable, and honest. It is not a

light-duty day boat dressed up as a cruiser. It is a practical downeast-style diesel boat designed for owners who

want to fish, cruise, overnight, explore the Intracoastal Waterway, and still keep operating costs reasonable.

This boat is powered by a single 300HP Peninsular diesel with approximately 980 hours. The single-diesel shaft-

drive layout is one of the major reasons buyers continue to chase these boats. It keeps the machinery simple,

provides excellent fuel economy, and gives the boat the kind of long-range, low-stress operating personality that

many gas-powered boats in this size range simply cannot match.

The current package is especially attractive because it includes major usability upgrades: Raymarine Axiom 9RV

electronics, Raymarine Quantum radar, Garmin GPS/chartplotter, NexGen 3kW generator, air conditioning and

heat, bow thruster, and a custom aluminum radar arch with rocket launchers. That combination makes this boat far

more than just an older 28-foot cruiser. It is a highly usable platform for Northeast Florida, Southeast Georgia, ICW

cruising, coastal fishing, and weekend overnight trips.

Albin Stands Out

 Diesel power in a price range where many boats are gas-powered or lightly equipped.

 Approximately 700 hours on the 300HP Peninsular diesel as presented in the current ad package.

 Generator and air conditioning give the boat real overnight and marina comfort.

 Bow thruster improves close-quarters handling and makes docking easier for couples or solo operators.

 Updated electronics and radar improve navigation confidence, coastal cruising use, and fishing utility.

 Custom aluminum radar arch with rocket launchers adds both function and a strong offshore profile.

 The Albin 28 TE has a loyal following because of its beam, ride, practicality, and diesel efficiency.

Specifications

Item Details

Year 1996

Builder Albin

Model 28 Tournament Express

Vessel Name Lucky Us

Location Fernandina Beach, Florida

Asking Price $49,000

Length 28 feet

Beam Approx. 10 feet

Draft Approx. 3 feet 2 inches

Hull Type Modified-V / downeast-style cruiser-fisher

Fuel Type Diesel

Fuel Capacity Approx. 132 gallons

Water Capacity Approx. 36 gallons

Engine Single Peninsular diesel

Horsepower 300 HP

Reported Hours Approx. 980 hours

Generator NexGen 3kW, approx. 700 hours

Condition Notes

This is a 1996 vessel and should be evaluated as a well-equipped older diesel cruiser rather than a newer

showroom boat. The strongest selling points are the diesel power, electronics upgrades, generator, air conditioning,

bow thruster, and the Albin 28 platform itself. Cosmetic age should be expected and soft goods may be updated by

a buyer to personal preference. Buyers should verify all systems, hours, equipment, and condition during survey

and sea trial.