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by David Pascoe

First impressions are often lasting ones, especially when they are negative impressions like my first experience with Hunter in the early 1980's. Back then I had been hired by an unfortunate Hunter owner who had a forty footer with a grid liner that all came apart, causing some serious structural problems. At the time, Hunter had just converted to the use of grid liners (one of, if not the first to do so) and were far from perfecting the method, once again proving my point that far too many boat builders perform their experimentation in their product line, at the expense of their customers.

After much haggling we finally got that straightened out, but when you see stuff like that, you don't soon forget. Your opinion of a builder is ever afterward tainted. So we weren't too surprised to see that Hunter had finally got the grid liner right in this 1991 model. While this is unquestionably a low price boat, overall it seemed to be fairly well built and there were no problems with the framing system at all.  

The interior has a complete fiberglass liner that is well executed.  With the mast stepped on deck, there was no sign of the structural weakness in the cabin to as is so often the case with this type of boat.We were also suprised to find that there were no significant leaks inside.   The deck is bolted on a horizontal flange joint with bolts every 3", but it couldn't be determined if the joint was glassed over since nowhere in the boat could the deck joint be seen. The decks and cockpit area seemed sturdy enough and there were no stress cracks anywhere on the exterior decks, except in way of the poorly designed bow pulpit leg bases where there was considerable crazing.

With the sole angled at 45 degrees and the standup space only 20" wide by 5' long, this is not exactly good design.

The interior layout, like most boats this size, attempts to cram too much into too small a space. Despite it's 10'6" beam, its pretty cramped inside, mainly owning to faux "aft cabin" that is just a cave behind the engine with a cushion on the floor. The cushions being vinyl over foam rubber, this might lead to a rather sleepless nights in warm weather. Like wrapping yourself in insulation. The aft cabin area cuts into the main cabin area, rendering it somewhat less than useful. In fact, judging from the pristine condition of the galley stove, icebox and other interior components, this boat looked like it had been used as a day sailor only. It was now going on its third owner in 9 years. After spending a few hours aboard her, we could understand why.

We can understand that because the sole in the head is above the turn of the bilge so that it is steeply angled and one can hardly even stand up in there. The ladies will love it since to sit on the head, you sort of have to fall down onto it because it is very low, not at normal height. Ouch! And the guys will love trying to stand up on the 45 degree angled sole.  The area is also a deep rectangle, making it very awkward to enter, altogether a terrible layout in my view. The entrance to the "aft cabin" is the same way with the steeply angled sole, causing your feet to slip every time you step on it. Add to this the fact that the aft-facing, U-shaped settee in the main cabin has a seat width that is too narrow to sit comfortably, and we think the overall layout is a flop. With a drop leaf table in the center, the only place anyone will sit is at the ends, rendering the main part of the settee rather unuseable. So the effective interior seating capacity is two. The only thing we found convenient to use was the galley area. The interior is under-scaled for anyone over about 5'6" and a trim build.

The hull-recessed swim platform is a nice feature on larger boats, but this boat is too small for it. Basically it just allows a swimmer to get aboard, but at the considerable expense of interior and cockpit space. Sacrificing two feet of space for a steeply reversing transom on a 28 footer is an unreasonable  price to pay for style in our view. One really nice feature was the bow anchor locker which is one of the few that we've seen that is well designed.

Yes, we recognize that you're not going to get perfection in a budget priced 28 footer, but you can do a lot better than this. Here we go again with the rigging going down through the deck right in the middle of the traffic pattern. Getting around the rigging is a real pain. That's because to keep the price down, they went with a 3/4 instead of full head rig, with extraordinarily light rigging with only single lowers. The uppers were only 0.20" and the lowers and wishbone backstay a mere 0.15" wire! Would you want  to sea in a boat rigged like that? Not me, no thank you. Time has made of me a believer in safety margins.  Every time a gust of wind would come up, I'd have to wonder if the rig was going to fall down. Yike!

This is one of the major problems of the so-called racer-cruiser. It is the ultimate compromise of everything that leaves you happy with nothing. You want to win races and cruise, but its poorly suited for either.

Nor will you likely appreciate the very small deck hatch that makes stowing a sail rather difficult but, then, this one had roller furling that, unfortunately, couldn't be tensioned adequately because of the lightness of the rig. Wishbone back stays are not exactly the best arrangement for roller furling gear. Going racing with roller furling? Don't think so.

Next, lets talk about cockpit design. It had the large 30" destroyer wheel, which is fine except you have to crawl over the seats to get to the helm. That's the price you pay for a large wheel in any small boat. But what really ruins this cockpit layout was the sheet winch islands which are shallow and steeply sloping outboard, with no horizontal surface. Okay, so it makes the winches more or less level when heeled. Problem is that when you're tacking, the boat is not heeled over so much, and the winches would be more level if they were mounted in the normal manner. But in addition to this, you no longer have any back support while sitting in the cockpit, so that you cannot sit on the leeward side at all without continuously hanging on for dear life when heeled over even just a bit. When I leaned back against it, it hit me right in the small of my back, making it very uncomfortable. My feeling was that the lack of any raised coamings to lean back against was just plain ridiculous. Sail boat cockpits tend to be uncomfortable anyway, but this is one of the worst I've seen.

Plus, this design has also created a steeply sloping deck section in way of the winch island that about wants to break your ankle when you step on it. With a Bimini top, getting in and out of the cockpit is something of a Houdini trick as it is on most boats. But constantly climbing over the lifelines because there is no life line gate there didn't improve my disposition much. The owner had to install a small aluminum step on the outside of the rail just to climb aboard. By saving a few dollars, you get to risk slipping and falling on your face.

A winged, bulbous keel? Ought to be fun trying to get unstuck when you  run aground in this one. Especially in mud. The bottom of the thing is shaped like a giant suction cup. A winged keel made of cast lead? Wow, what a great idea! Oh, well, maybe you'll have fun hammering it back in shape every time you run aground. Does that oddly shaped hunk of lead reduce resistance and makes it go faster, too? Not likely. But it certainly had the effect of making her unusually tender. You notice that the moment you step aboard.   Heading around a sharp bend in the river under power, the boat heeled over at least 20 degrees, which I thought was ridiculous. It may stiffen up under sail, but with a complete lack of wind, we didn't get to find out.  Fads are cool, until you find out that's all it is.

Unfortunately, there were other problems that continue to prove the point that very low cost usually translates to very big problems. It was not until she was hauled that we could understand why this boat sells at such a low price. The fiberglass content of the hull is about as little as it could be without falling apart. The hull bottom was so thin that it  frightened me. In just about any place there wasn't a frame, you could push in the bottom with your thumb. Tapping on it with a hammer, it would vibrate. In the unsupported aft quarters, it dimpled as easily as an oil can. Granted, there were no signs of immanent structural failure, or even stress cracks on the bottom. But everything I saw on this boat suggested that it hadn't been used much,  so I doubt that the hull has ever been seriously stressed.

Some people don't think that a weak hull on a boat is much to be concerned about. The attitude is that as long as it doesn't fail under normal conditions, then its okay. My view on that is that people who hold that attitude have never been out to sea in a storm. I've sail raced all over North American, and I've seen my share of hull failures, including some that have cost lives. In one case, a knock down with the spinnaker up resulted in the deck pulling right off the hull. In another, the hull side caved in when hit by a wave broadside. And these boats were built far better than the Hunter 28. Of course, many people rationalize by saying that they only go sailing on nice days. Okay, its you're life. But add to this the fact that this very thin bottom was badly blistered and you have plenty of reasons to take a pass on the Hunter 28.

The list grows a bit longer when we discuss the large soft spots found in the rudder, but we have no idea what's going on there, just that its getting a little mushy. We might surmise that like a lot of rudders, its just some fiberglass laid over a foam core, as a lot of cheap rudders are.  We can add to the long list of Yanmar diesels with flubber engine mounts that are so soft and loose that the engine does the Watusi when you start it up. An engine that won't hold still and oscillates by as much as 1/2" is going to cause damage to the drive system sooner or later. Start with rapidly wearing cutlass bearings and packing glands and graduate eventually to transmission damage.

There are no gauges for the engine, and the control panel is down near the bottom of the cockpit where you can easily reach it by bending over in a space where there's not enough room to bend over. Why builders continue to place the engine controls in locations like this just beyond me. I guess the scuppers will never get plugged up and that electrical stuff will never get wet. At the bottom of the cockpit. The plastic throttle level on the steering pedestal felt like it was going to break off in my hand, it bent so much. Then there is a   plastic fuel tank  held in place with packaging straps and steel clips that will rust and fall apart as soon as they get wet a few times. The boat comes with a Mayfair bilge pump that is smaller than most coffee cups, and the single, small  12 volt automotive battery is sure to keep it running for a long time. Of course, small boats never get big leaks, so why worry?  This is getting kind of sad, isn't it?

Anyone who peruses the various sailing publications these days can't help but notice the inordinate number of boats that are either breaking apart or being dismasted, as well as the increasing number of fatalities. Instead of using the word dismasted, which implies the connotation of some external force as the cause of the dismasting, perhaps I should just say "masts falling down." Far too many of these dismastings ARE simply a matter of ultralight rigs toppling over because the designer pushed the safety margin to the limits, or beyond. Its not the weather conditions that were the cause; no, its hot shot design that pushes the bounds of sensibility. Far too many rudders and keels are falling off, deck joints separating and hulls splitting open. The average weekend sailor, lacking much heavy weather experience, has no idea of the terror he may be in for when he makes the mistake of venturing far from shore in what is nothing more than a day sailor. Those of you who get ideas about "bluewater voyaging" in a bargain boat like this would do well to reconsider that the ocean remains a dangerous place.

This could have been a nice, well-made boat. Parts of it are, but the builder didn't have his priorities straight. If all you're going to do is sail around the pond on balmy days, its probably fine for that. A serious deep water sailor she's not.  This is a price boat, and there's altogether too much that you don't get for what you don't pay, for any serious sailor to take the Hunter 28 seriously. There's a good reason why first impressions should be taken seriously, too. What you don't pay for up front will surely be heavily loaded on the back end. Count on it.

If  you wonder why people are leaving sailing like the plague just arrived, possibly this boat offers some reasons. There are too many just like it.

Posted August 1, 1998

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The lack of a backstay on this Hunter 28.5 sailboat tells us that it sports a B&R (Lars Bergström and Sven Ridder) rig.

Published Specification for the Hunter 28.5

Hull Type:  Fin keel with spade rudder

Hull Material:   GRP (fibreglass)

Length Overall:  28' 5" / 8.7m

Waterline Length:  23' 9" / 7.2m

Beam:  10' 6" / 3.2m

Draft:  5' 2" / 1.6m

Rig Type:  B&R

Displacement:  7,000lb / 3,175kg

Sail Area/Displacement Ratio:  17.5

Displacement/Length Ratio:  233

Designer:  Hunter Design

Builder:  Hunter Marine (USA)

Year First Built:  1985

Year Last Built:  1988

Number Built:  not known

Owners Association:   The Hunter Association

Published Design Ratios for the Hunter 28.5

Sail Area/Displacement Ratio: 17.5

Ballast/Displacement Ratio:  42.9

Displacement/Length Ratio:  233

Comfort Ratio: 18.8

Capsize Screening Formula:   2.2

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Summary Analysis of Published Design Ratios for the Hunter 28.5

1. A Sail Area/Displacement Ratio of 17.5 suggests that the Hunter 28.5 will, in the right conditions, approach her maximum hull speed readily and satisfy the sailing performance expectations of most cruising sailors.

2. A Ballast/Displacement Ratio of 42.9 means that the Hunter 28.5 will stand up well to her canvas in a blow, helping her to power through the waves.

3. A Displacement/Length Ratio of 233, tells us the Hunter 28.5 is a moderate displacement cruiser, which means she'll carry all your cruising gear without it having a dramatic effect on her performance. Most of today's sailboats intended for offshore cruising fall into this displacement category.

4. Ted Brewer's Comfort Ratio of 18.8 suggests that crew comfort of a Hunter 28.5 in a seaway is similar to what you would associate with the motion of a coastal cruiser with moderate stability, which is not encouraging news for anyone prone to seasickness. 

5. The Capsize Screening Formula (CSF) of 2.2 indicates that a Hunter 28.5 would not be the wisest choice of sailboat for ocean passage-making owing to the lower resistance to capsize in strong winds and heavy seas that is associated with similar sailboats with a CSF of 2.0 and above.

More about the Hunter 28.5...

The Hunter 28.5 is rigged as a sloop with a split backstay and a B&R rig, which means that it has no backstay and uses swept-back spreaders to support the mast. The mast is deck-stepped and has a height of 12.6m (41.33 ft) above the waterline. The sail area is 36.9m² (397 sq ft), with a mainsail of 16m² (172 sq ft) and a genoa of 21m² (226 sq ft).

The boat is powered by an inboard diesel engine with a power of around 15 hp. The fuel tank has a capacity of 42 l (11 gal) and the water tank has a capacity of 102 l (27 gal).

The boat has a hull speed of 7.4 kn (8.5 mph) and a PHRF rating of around 180, which means that it is moderately fast and competitive in its class.

Accommodation The Hunter 28.5 has a spacious and comfortable interior that can accommodate up to six people. The layout consists of:

• A V-berth cabin forward with storage lockers and shelves.
• A head compartment to port with a marine toilet, sink, shower, and storage.
• A hanging locker to port aft of the head.
• A saloon with a U-shaped dinette to port that converts into a double berth, and a settee to starboard that can be used as a single berth.
• A navigation station to starboard aft of the settee with a chart table, electrical panel, and instruments.
• A galley to port aft of the dinette with a two-burner stove, sink, icebox, and storage.
• A private aft cabin to port with a double berth and storage.

The boat has plenty of natural light and ventilation from several opening ports and hatches. The cabin sole is made of teak and holly wood, which adds warmth and elegance to the interior.

Hull and Deck The Hunter 28.5 has a fiberglass hull and deck with wood trim. The hull shape is round-bottomed with a raked stem and a reverse transom. The keel is either a fixed fin keel or an optional shoal draft wing keel, both made of lead. The rudder is an internally-mounted spade-type rudder that is controlled by a wheel in the cockpit.

The deck is wide and flat, with non-skid surfaces for safety and ease of movement. The cockpit is large and comfortable, with high coamings, cushioned seats, and storage lockers. The helm station has an instrument pod, engine controls, compass, and cup holders.

The deck hardware includes two self-tailing two-speed jib sheet winches, two halyard winches on the cabin top, traveler on the arch above the companionway, genoa tracks and cars on the side decks, bow pulpit, stern rail, stanchions, lifelines, anchor roller, anchor locker, cleats, chocks, handrails, swim ladder, etc.

The boat comes standard with a 110% genoa on roller furling system and a mainsail with two reef points on lazy jack system.

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Hunter 28.5

Hunter 28.5 is a 28 ′ 4 ″ / 8.7 m monohull sailboat designed by Hunter Design and built by Hunter Marine between 1985 and 1988.

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Rig and Sails

Auxilary power, accomodations, calculations.

The theoretical maximum speed that a displacement hull can move efficiently through the water is determined by it's waterline length and displacement. It may be unable to reach this speed if the boat is underpowered or heavily loaded, though it may exceed this speed given enough power. Read more.

Classic hull speed formula:

Hull Speed = 1.34 x √LWL

Max Speed/Length ratio = 8.26 ÷ Displacement/Length ratio .311 Hull Speed = Max Speed/Length ratio x √LWL

Sail Area / Displacement Ratio

A measure of the power of the sails relative to the weight of the boat. The higher the number, the higher the performance, but the harder the boat will be to handle. This ratio is a "non-dimensional" value that facilitates comparisons between boats of different types and sizes. Read more.

SA/D = SA ÷ (D ÷ 64) 2/3

• SA : Sail area in square feet, derived by adding the mainsail area to 100% of the foretriangle area (the lateral area above the deck between the mast and the forestay).
• D : Displacement in pounds.

Ballast / Displacement Ratio

A measure of the stability of a boat's hull that suggests how well a monohull will stand up to its sails. The ballast displacement ratio indicates how much of the weight of a boat is placed for maximum stability against capsizing and is an indicator of stiffness and resistance to capsize.

Ballast / Displacement * 100

Displacement / Length Ratio

A measure of the weight of the boat relative to it's length at the waterline. The higher a boat’s D/L ratio, the more easily it will carry a load and the more comfortable its motion will be. The lower a boat's ratio is, the less power it takes to drive the boat to its nominal hull speed or beyond. Read more.

D/L = (D ÷ 2240) ÷ (0.01 x LWL)³

• D: Displacement of the boat in pounds.
• LWL: Waterline length in feet

Comfort Ratio

This ratio assess how quickly and abruptly a boat’s hull reacts to waves in a significant seaway, these being the elements of a boat’s motion most likely to cause seasickness. Read more.

Comfort ratio = D ÷ (.65 x (.7 LWL + .3 LOA) x Beam 1.33 )

• D: Displacement of the boat in pounds
• LOA: Length overall in feet
• Beam: Width of boat at the widest point in feet

Capsize Screening Formula

This formula attempts to indicate whether a given boat might be too wide and light to readily right itself after being overturned in extreme conditions. Read more.

CSV = Beam ÷ ³√(D / 64)

Shoal draft/wing keel: 4’/1.21m

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HUNTER 28 Detailed Review

If you are a boat enthusiast looking to get more information on specs, built, make, etc. of different boats, then here is a complete review of HUNTER 28. Built by Hunter Marine (USA) and designed by undefined, the boat was first built in 1989. It has a hull type of Wing Keel and LOA is 8.54. Its sail area/displacement ratio 16.82. Its auxiliary power tank, manufactured by Yanmar, runs on Diesel.

HUNTER 28 has retained its value as a result of superior building, a solid reputation, and a devoted owner base. Read on to find out more about HUNTER 28 and decide if it is a fit for your boating needs.

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Boat specifications, sail boat calculation, rig and sail specs, auxillary power tank, accomodations, contributions, who builds hunter 28.

HUNTER 28 is built by Hunter Marine (USA).

When was HUNTER 28 first built?

HUNTER 28 was first built in 1989.

How long is HUNTER 28?

HUNTER 28 is 7.37 m in length.

What is mast height on HUNTER 28?

HUNTER 28 has a mast height of 11.43 m.

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Hunter 28.5? good or bad

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robert gallagher

My 1st mate and I currently sail a 1981 Cat22 swing keel in a Texas lake. We decideded to super-size and have been looking at all of our options for the past 6 months. The money will be right by August, we are starting to consider a boat size and we will be putting our boat up for sale. We saw a Hunter 28.5 and thought this might fit the bill.I wanted to ask on this site for opinions / thoughts / reviews from other boat owners. This, I hope, will shed some light on some issues for us to consider (if there are any). Our plan is to get comfortable with a boat this size before going for something to take us to the coast, to Florida, and the Keys (10 year plan).Thanks for any insight.RObert  

Stu Jackson

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Hunter 29.5 Robert - Like Stu said, you can get a wealth of information from the owner reviews. We had a similiar path/plan. We started chartering a 22 Capri for a year, then made the plunge for our current h29.5. I had looked at the 28.5 and very similiar boat. Our plan is to keep her for 5-8 years (three years have already gone by) and move up to something in the 35-36 size. Eventually move onto the 41 foot size for our retirement.We like the 29.5 for the Chesapeake. The 4 ft draft works well in this area and when it is the admiral and I (plus dog) we have spend a week at a time on the hook cruising around.  

Get the Hunter 28 Much newer and nicer boat that doesn't cost much more. The 28.5 are too old to consider for purchase in my eyes.  

Warren Milberg

I personally think That the Hunter 28.5 is one of the best kept secrets in the used boat market. I have a 1986 model and love it. As indicated, there are over 50 owner reviews of this model boat on this site. I don't think you'll find many who don't like the boat. And here is a short list of likes/dislikes I recently sent to the H28.5 website: What I like best about my Hunter 28.5:- Good looks- Great sailing performance- Easy to single hand- Low purchase price (very competitive on east coast)- Fairly easy to maintain- A very reliable Yanmar diesel- Big enough for small family cruising- "Just enough" boatWhat I like least about my Hunter 28.5:- Iron keel (although not a big deal)- Foss Foam rudder- Somewhat tender (also not a biggie)- Expected low resale value- No suitable drain under engine for stuffing box- Salon table takes up too much cabin space- Difficult to access upper rear of engine  

draft I don't know what the draft is on the 28.5 but if Florida is on the horizon it should be a big deciding factor. The closer to 4 feet the better. I looked at a couple of 28.5's a few years ago but I couldn't find one in very good condition so I passed on the model. I agree with the previous posts, a lot of bang for the buck. Good luck, Jack  

Graduation to the final cruser Robert, Sounds like your head is on right.Owners review are a good idea, talking to owners, surveyors, and even boatbrokers, but on all forums there are folks that "live" there and answer all questions wherther they are qualified or not so take em with a grain of salt. Owning a Hunter qualifies one to answer this question but not all...A gradual increase of a yachts size is a tried and true method of getting your plan together to cruise.A Hunter is not a curising vessel for many reasons, but have they? Yes. They sail well, are eye-pleasers, comfortable, and roomy too. If in a bay or a close coatsal cruise it woul do fine, but if you want to get 'use' to your ultimate cruiser (a full keel yacht turns slower, and fetches differntly than a 'cocktail' yacht) why not look for one now?  

We love ours We got our 86 model 28.5 earlier this year and I love it. It is my first boat in about 10 years. My only other boat was a 14' Hobie Cat.The Hunter can be had for a great value. I like the wheel steering and inboard deisel. I mainly sail in Glveston Bay and may one day try a little near coast sailing adventure. This thing accomidates my family of 5. It has been a bit of work and I still need to fix the pressurized water system. The pump works but it has some leaks. If you can get one for around 10k I say go for it! You can see my web page here http://www.compassnet.com/mfeidler/splashpad.htm  

Had an '87model... and think it was one of the best boats Hunter ever built! Sold it and bought a 35.5 and almost wish I'd kept/moved the 28.5 instead. Absolute dream to singlehand, faster than most Catalina 30's with more useable space, feel of a 30ft.+ boat, beautiful lines, sails 6 feeds 4 and sleeps 2 better than any boat in it's class!!! I'd buy mine back and upgrade it in a minute. Oh yeah, I went 23.5, 28.5 and now 35.5...very natural progression. If you are on Cedar Creek Reservoir, this would be a GREAT boat. Ours was on Lake Travis.  

We've had ours for 14 years! I'll echo what Warren said in reply #4 above. we've had our for 14 years on Lake Michigan. We've cruised for as long as 3 weeks covering 400 miles which included crossing the lake (80 miles) twice, have gotten into some fairly heavy weather and she has taken great care of us. The 18hp Yanmar runs like a dream. We have the 4' (iron) keel. A little rust now and then but keep it painted and you'll be fine. She single-hands very easily, looks great and is easy to maintain. You could do a LOT worse and not much better! There's also a great website I've added below.  

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Hunter 28.5 Sailboat. Freshwater. Freshly renovated. Turn-key.

Chaumont, New York

Make Hunter

Category Cruiser Motorcycles

Length 28.4

Posted Over 1 Month

Newly renovated 1986 Hunter 28.5 Sloop. This is a wonderful yacht which has been updated and restored for years of luxurious service! She has been set up as a beautiful cruiser but still has serious Sunday racer bones! B&R rigged with a brand new CDI FF7 Ball Bearing Flexible Furler. 150% Genoa in excellent condition. Mainsail is crisp and also in excellent condition! Builder: Hunter Designer: Hunter Design Group Keel: Fin Dimensions LOA: 28 ft 4 in Beam: 10 ft 6 in LWL: 23 ft 9 in Maximum Draft: 5 ft 2 in Displacement: 7000 lbs Ballast: 3000 lbs Engine 1: Engine Brand: Yanmar Year Built: 1986 Engine Model: 2 Engine Type: Inboard Engine/Fuel Type: Diesel Propeller: 2 blade propeller Engine Power: 16 HP Cruising Speed: 6 mph Tanks Fresh Water Tanks: (30 Gallons) Fuel Tanks: (11 Gallons) Holding Tanks: (10 Gallons) Accommodations The open interior plan has a vee berth forward of the U-shaped dinette. The galley is aft to port and aft to starboard is a nav table and enclosed head compartment with hot and cold shower, marine toilet and vanity. Furthest aft is a private cabin that sleeps two. The sole is trimmed in bamboo. There are numerous storage bins and a hanging locker. Options New CDI FF7 Genoa Furler New Raymarine Depth and Knot meter. New Pioneer Stereo with speakers both in salon and cockpit. New VHF Radio New 19" flat-screen TV New cabin cushions throughout New single-burner alcohol stove DVD Player Renovation work done: All engine/drivetrain components inspected and serviced with parts replaced as needed Fuel tank drained and cleaned All filters replaced All hoses inspected and replaced as needed All bulkheads repaired or replaced as needed All through-hulls inspected and/or replaced All wiring inspected and replaced as needed All plumbing inspected and repaired/replaced as needed All fixtures inspected and repaired/replaced as needed Brand new Marine Plywood cabin sole with bamboo finish to brighten interior Brand new countertops in Galley and Head Pressurized water pump re-built and system checked Bilge pump and float switch inspected and cleaned Sail locker re-built All wood sanded, stained and varnished Hatch seals inspected and repaired as necessary Hull buffed and waxed Freshly bottom painted Also included: Various lines Fenders Life jackets Galley accoutrements including silverware Cradle This boat has normal wear and tear as would be expected. Hunter "smile" just professionally repaired with westsystem. Previous owner left hatch open over winter. Interior completely rebuilt. This boat is turn-key but has not been personalized yet. Here is your opportunity to get a boat in ready to sail condition at a fraction of what it would cost to buy new! The best part being that you don't have to live with someone else's questionable decorating prowess or dated cushions, fixtures, etc. Schedule your appointment to see her today. She will not last long!

1986 Hunter 28.5 Sailboat, shoal draft, ready to daysailing or coastal cruising!

Jacksonville, Florida

Length 28.5

Riversong is a 1986 Hunter 28.5’ shoal draft sailboat that is ready for day sailing or extended coastal cruising! She has a very well appointed cockpit with a Raymarine ST6002 wheel autopilot, Raymarine e7 touchscreen chart plotter with wifi, Rule Aqua compass, and more. The bimini and dodger will keep you shaded from the sun and have zip in sections to keep you dry when it rains. Swing out speaker so you can listen to music while you swim and a ladder to get you back on-board. She has an anchor with plenty of rode to keep you in place. Down below you will find a full galley with stainless sink, alcohol 2 burner stove, cooler, microwave, 1000 watt inverter, and huge dual voltage refrigerator. The salon features fold out table, seating for 6, a television with boosted antenna, dvd player, am/fm cd player with bluetooth. She can sleep 4 comfortably (2 in the v-berth and 2 in the quarter berth), or 6 if you use the salon benches. The rear quarter berth has a hanging closet and drawers. There is tons of storage everywhere. The bathroom has a sink, shower (with hot water heater), and an electric flush head. There is a big hanging closet in the head as well. There’s even a wine rack under the v-berth for storing the most important of provisions. You can enjoy all of this in the nice cool air-conditioning provided by the on-board Mermaid A/C unit. Her sails are in great shape. She comes with a main sail (with 2 reefing points) and roller furl working jib (130%). The main sheet, main halyard, and topping life were replaced in 2014. The winches are 2 speed and in great shape. She also has whisker and spinnaker poles, but no sails to go with them. Her iron jib is a Yanmar 2GM20F in great shape. The fuel pump and starter were just replaced in 2014. The house battery is also brand new, as is the dual battery charging system. She comes with many other little things like a handheld VHF radio, extra winch handles, extra line, 30 amp shore cable, hoses, etc. I will have her bottom cleaned prior to taking delivery. Below are the detailed physical specifications: Hull Type: Fin w/spade rudderRig Type: B&RLOA: 28.42' / 8.66mLWL: 23.75' / 7.24mBeam: 10.50' / 3.20mListed SA: 398 ft2 / 36.97 m2Draft (max.) 5.18' / 1.58mDraft (min.) Disp. 7000 lbs./ 3175 kgs.Ballast: 3000 lbs. / 1361 kgs.SA/Disp.: 17.46Bal./Disp.: 42.87%Disp./Len.: 233.27Designer: Hunter DesignBuilder: Hunter Marine (USA)Construct.: FGBal. type: First Built: 1985Last Built: 1988# Built: TANKSWater: 27 gals. / 102 ltrs.Fuel: 11 gals. / 42 ltrs.RIG DIMENSIONS KEYI(IG): 37.33' / 11.38mJ: 12.08' / 3.68mP: 31.75' / 9.68mE: 10.83' / 3.30mPY: EY: SPL/TPS: ISP: SA(Fore.): 225.47 ft2 / 20.95 m2SA(Main): 171.93 ft2 / 15.97 m2Total(calc.)SA: 397.40 ft2 / 36.92 m2DL ratio: 233.27SA/Disp: 17.43Est. Forestay Len.: 39.24' / 11.96mMast Height from DWL: 41.25' / 12.57mBUILDERS (past & present)More about & boats built by: Hunter Marine (USA)NOTESShoal draft: 4'/1.21m

1979 Hunter 27 Sailboat

Allentown, Pennsylvania

Sailboat is currently in the water and can be inspected by appointmentHauling and delivery available On Deck Bimini Canopy3 winches with handlesWinch/steering wheel coversIlluminated compassAnchor with 150 chain/rodeGas grilleMain sail coverShore power connector complete with # 10 power cord (30 amp)Solar panel Fold up swim ladderCushions for cockpit seatingElectrical: Illuminated control panel with fuseStandard Horizon gpsApelco depth/temp/fish finderBattery selector switch2 batteries (deep cycle)\Solar chargerNavigation lighting, anchor lightBilge pump with alarm indicatorInterior lightingVhf radioSound system with 4speakers350 watt ac 120 volt inverter Life Safety Equipment: Fire extinguishersFlare gunFlares4 lifevests Galley: 2 burner Origo 4000 Alcohol stove with sink, pressueized water,faucet and 12 volt DC refrigerator/freezer . Saloon: Saloon is floor is dry and in good condition with clean cushions and matching curtains.Storage port and starboard sides with 2 cabinets and folding table Electric head complete with holding tank , deck mounted pump-out fitting and new seacocks.Sink with pressurized water faucet adjacent to headRigging/Sails: Both the standing and running rigging are in good working condition as well as the sails 1 135% Genoa complete with roller furler and 1 full main sail with reef adjustments Engine Specifications: Yanmar diesel 2 cylinder 2GM20 with 387 hoursengines starts as it should and runs wellDripless shaft seal3 bladed propellerSpare filtersHull Type: Fin with rudder on skegRig Type: Masthead SloopLOA: 27.17' / 8.28mLWL: 22.00' / 6.71mBeam: 9.25' / 2.82mListed SA: 343 ft2 / 31.86 m2Draft (max.) 4.25' / 1.30mDraft (min.) Disp. 7000 lbs./ 3175 kgs.Ballast: 3000 lbs. / 1361 kgs.SA/Disp.: 15.04Bal./Disp.: 42.87%Disp./Len.: 293.48Designer: John CherubiniBuilder: Hunter Marine (USA)Construct.: FGBal. type: First Built: 1974Last Built: 1984# Built: 2000AUXILIARY POWER (orig. equip.)Make: RenaultModel: Type: DieselHP: 8TANKSWater: 35 gals. / 132 ltrs.Fuel: 12 gals. / 45 ltrs.RIG DIMENSIONS KEYI: 34.50' / 10.52mJ: 11.50' / 3.51mP: 29.00' / 8.84mE: 10.00' / 3.05mPY: EY: SPL: ISP: SA(Fore.): 198.38 ft2 / 18.43 m2SA(Main): 145.00 ft2 / 13.47 m2Total(calc.)SA: 343.38 ft2 / 31.90 m2DL ratio: 293.48SA/Disp: 15.06Est. Forestay Len.: 36.37' / 11.08mBUILDERS (past & present)More about & boats built by: Hunter Marine (USA)DESIGNER

1986 Hunter 28.5

Grasonville, Maryland

Category Cruiser Boats

1986 Hunter 28.5 A great performing family cruiser or weekend racer, large enough to go for long trips to any of the beautiful creeks and towns on the bay. Rigged to single hand if thats your desire.  Sails are in fantastic shape, running rigging and standing rigging is also in great shape. Owners upgraded everything in the last 3 years.  They never planned on selling, however they are being transferred and need to sell.  Priced many thousands below its value.  Come take a look.  This is the perfect sailboat to get the family together on. CLICK FULL SPECS FOR PICS AND DETAILS.

1991 Hunter 28/SL

Miami, Florida

Model 28/SL

Category Sailboats

1991 Hunter 28/SL HUNTER 28/SL 1991 HUNTER SAILBOAT 28 1991 Hunter Marine Hunter 28SL 1991 in excellent condition. This boat is ready to go. LOA 28 LWL 24' 2" Beam 10' 6" Draft 3' 9" Ballast 2,800 lbs Displacement 7,400 lbs Sail area 398.9 sq ft Mast height (from DWL) 47' 6" Cabin head room 6' 2". Private stateroom Sleeping for six. Galley: Stainless steel sink. Two burner stove with cutting board Ice box Freshwater tank (30 gal) Auxiliary Power: Yanmar 18 hp Diesel engine Fuel tank (18 gal) FINANCING AVAILABLE!!!

1985 Hunter 28.5

Muskegon, Michigan

1985 Hunter 28.5 The Hunter Design Group incorporated a powerful fractional B&R rig, with a modern underbody, resulting in a racer/cruiser that is easily driven. Her fin keel and spade rudder help her point well and makes her easy to handle in close quarters. Kismet is powered by a fresh water cooled Yanmar diesel. Her interior utilizes a modern open layout forward with a huge U-shaped dinette backed by the forward berth. There is no forward bulkhead to reduce the airiness of the salon. For privacy there is a separate aft stateroom. The Hunter 28.5 is a great performing sailboat with the basic amenities at an attractive price. She is ready to go and is perfect for the beginner, however, she is nimble and fast. This boat is a high performance cruiser and is both large enough for extended cruising for a family, yet small enough to single hand. Kismet is in good condition, but if you are fussy about appearance the deck non-skid could be painted to improve the overall look.

1998 HUNTER 310 Sailboat, FRESH WATER, AC, Autopilot, Newer Sails, Cradle,

Yankton, South Dakota

Length 30.9

AT A GLANCEAlways Fresh Water Fast! Multiple Trophy Winner Easy to Single Hand Spacious Horseshoe Cockpit Newer sails Martec Folding Prop Auto Pilot Air Conditioning Zarcor Doors with Inserts New Toilet, Hose and Tank Dodger, Bimini & Connector Storage Cradle Winter Cover Boat name 2 Dollar Bill MOORED Slip H-79 Lewis & Clark Marina Yankton, SD Specs Builder: Hunter Marine Model: 310 Designer: Hunter Design Team Flag of Registry: United States Keel: Winged Hull Shape: Monohull Dimensions LOA: 30 ft 10 in Beam: 10 ft 10 in LWL: 28 ft 0 in Maximum Draft: 4 ft 0 in Displacement: 8500 lbs Ballast: 3000 lbs Headroom: 6 ft 4 in Dry Weight: 8500 lbs Engines Total Power: 18 HP Engine Brand: Yanmar Year Built: 1998 Engine Type: Inboard Engine/Fuel Type: Diesel Propeller: 2 blade folding Engine Power: 18 HP Tanks Fresh Water Tanks: (50 Gallons) Fuel Tanks: (25 Gallons) Holding Tanks: (20 Gallons) NEW Accommodations Number of cabins: 2 Number of heads: 1 2 Dollar Bill is an aft cabin Hunter 310. Originally sailed in the fresh waters of Lake Superior, she has spent the last eight seasons at Lewis & Clark Lake, Yankton, SD. This exceptionally well maintained and continuously updated vessel is comfortable yet nimble and fast on the water. She has carried her owners to multiple trophies in club racing and the annual Bash to the Colonies. Once aboard 2 Dollar Bill you will notice her huge horseshoe cockpit sporting a center console with built in ice bucket and dropleaf table, a 32” rope wrapped wheel, two sternrail seats with teak appointments and cup holders. The fold down helm seat gives access to the large swim platform and swim ladder. The custom companionway Zarcor doors have three sets of inserts: smoke, screen and opaque (a $900 value). Accommodations • Beautiful wood throughout, teak and holly sole• Upgraded factory upholstery fabric • V berth with filler cushion • Aft cabin with double berth• Lavatory to port with manual head (NEW) and sink with Corian countertops and handheld shower • Large salon with full settees port and starboard. A teak saloon table is available but not installed • Multiple opening hatches with screens • 10,000 BTU Air Conditioner• Ample storage with two hanging lockers, three drawers, cabinets and under seat storage • Interior blinds for privacy • Head - toilet, all sanitation hoses • NEW 2014 • Holding tank • NEW 2015 GALLEY • L shaped galley to starboard • Stainless steel sink with upgraded faucet • Large top-load 12 volt frig/freezer • Two burner stove with custom Corian cover • Microwave • Hanging plate and cup holder above sink • Built-in trash receptacle Electronics • Autohelm ST50 Wind Speed/direction • Autohelm ST50 Boat Speed • Autohelm ST50 Water Depth • Raymarine Autohelm • Compass • VHF Radio ElectrICAL & Mechanical • 10,000 BTU Air Conditioning - NEW 2008 • 110 AC Power • 12 Volt DC Power • Three batteries - two house, one engine • Battery charger • Dockside electrical cable Sails & rigging Featuring the B&R rig, the boat is easy to sail and fast on the water. With a large roach main and 110% jib, tacking and on water maneuvers are effortless. • All control lines and halyards run aft • Roller furler for jib • 110% jib by Select Sail • luff pad, navy sun cover • NEW 2014 • UK Halsey Powerhead sail with two reefs, partial tapered battens, large roach and jiffy reefing system • NEW 2013 • Spinnaker halyard • Navy main sail cover SUMMARY If you’ve spent anytime looking at boats you will know that care, maintenance and condition are everything. This boat has never been in salt, always maintained and upgraded to the highest standards. The timeline of upgrades include: 2015 Sanitation Tank & Sending Unit Sensor 2014 New Jib with Luff Pad and Sun Cover New Jabsco Toilet All New Sanitation Hoses Traveler Control Line 2013 Main Sail - UK Halsey Main Sail Halyard Hot Water Heater Fresh Water Pump 2011 Martec Folding Prop (fixed prop also included) 2008 10,000 BTU Air Conditioner (installed by Crows Nest Yachts) Zarcor Doors (with three sets of inserts: smoke, screens, opaque) Winter Cover Please contact us with any questions. This boat is well priced for it's condition and upgrades. This is listed locally and we reserve the right to remove the listing if it sells locally.

1987 Hunter 28.5 sailboat, SE Michigan

Harrison, Michigan

For sale. 1987 Hunter 28.5 sailboat. It is in very good condition and very well equipped. Yanmar 2GM20 diesel that runs great. I took the boat from Lake St Clair to Cedar Point and back this summer. Asking $11,000 or best offer. Willing to consider trades for a 24-27 foot racer. Boat has the following:Self tailing winches, primaryNon self tailing winches cabin topRoller furling genoa with Harken roller furlingAssymetrical spinnakertelescoping whisker poleAutopilotLowrance Elite 5 GPS/Chartplotter/depth(fish finder) including all charts for the US and Canada.VHF radio with remote mic and speaker in the cockpitMostly new lines within the last 2 yearsAll interior cushions in good conditionDodgerhead and holding tankpressure water and hot water heateralcohol stovestorage cradle2 anchorsplenty of fenders and docklineslife jacketsthe well for the remainder of the year and winter storage are paid for, for the boat.

1982 Hunter 37 Cutter Cherubini Sailboat

This is a Buy it now bid, the sale is AS IS, WERE IS, the price is well below market value for a quick sale. Do not bid if you don't want the boat or want to pay for it. This 1982 Hunter is a 37' Cutter Rig, Shoal Draft (4 ft) with a Yanmar Marine (3GMF) Diesel Engine. The Hunter 37c is a very sought after cruiser design. It offers two private staterooms, a large head with separate shower. Full service galley compliments the comfortable salon. Selling below market value for quick sale. This is a U. S. Coast Guard documented boat that includes:• Fresh Water Boat ONLY / No blisters / No soft spots• Jabsco Marine Head (rebuilt, all new hoses & holding tank for black water)• Separate Shower• Hot & Cold Pressure Water• 2 Stainless Steel Fresh Water Holding Tanks (100 Gallon Total)• Microwave Oven• Custom Built Refrigerator/Freezer with 12 Volt Compressor (new & very efficient)• Ice Box (extra storage)• Pressurized Natural Gas Stove/Oven (still have original Kenyon Marine Stove & Pressure Tank that can easily be re-installed)• Marine Electric/Engine Hot Water Heater (presently out, can be re-installed)• JVC AM/FM/CD Radio• 2-way Hand Held Radio• 12-volt Charging System• 2 Power Inverters (1200 & 300)• 4 Newer Batteries (2 House & 2 Engine)• Auto Pilot / Speed / Depth / Rudder Indicator• Edson Pedestal Large Steering Wheel with Danforth Compass• Yanmar 27hp Marine 3 GMF Diesel Engine (strong motor, hours unknown)• Stainless Steel Fuel Tank (44 Gallon)• 2 Anchors• 3 Complete sets of Sails (over 6k in New-Doyle sails(one 137% Genoa, 2 inner sails one light one heavy one full batten main), Used Good Shape-Yankee, & Older Used)• 1 Spinnaker & 1 Drifter• 2 Main Sails with Battens• Cruising Design Roller Furler (The Reefer - r.12)?• Rigid Vang Deluxe (Boom Vang)• Dodger & Sail Covers• Folding Prop -- Martec -- MK III (extra 2 bladed prop)• Lewmar Wenches• Shaul 4' Draft• 6' 4" Headroom• Heavy Duty Cradle• All Safety Equipment (flares and flare gun, life jackets, whistles and such)* Have original nav station table * Have original salon table She is in the water now but will be pulled and stored soon. She is located in Muskegon Lake and can be seen if you email and set a time. She can be pulled and set on the cradle for shipping where she is now. Or she can be pulled and stored for the winter for under $300.00. We can help the new owner with any of these things. Please email for more pics. Or go to: svfreedom37.blogspot.com/ She is listed local and we may pull this ad if she sells. Thanks for looking. On Sep-12-14 at 19:48:28 PDT, seller added the following information: No buyers outside the US and no bidders with less than 20 feedbacks and 100% positive feedbacks without emailing me first.

Catalina 320 Sailboat 32

San Diego, California

Make Catalina

Category Sloop Sailboats

Length 32.0

1994 Catalina 320. This well priced, nice example is located at the Mission Bay Yacht Club. The 320 is a fast comfortable cruiser with lots of room. It is a modern design with a huge swim step, complete with hot/cold shower, and a step-through transom. The cockpit easily seats 10 with elevated aft perch seats. There is a queen size bed in the aft stateroom (with locking door), an ample 2 person v-berth forward with door and removable wall panels, convertible dining table sleeps two, and a berth to port sleeps one more. The galley includes a double sink with water filter, 2-burner stove, and a great working gimbled oven. The fridge is very large with 2 top-loading doors and a freezer which keeps items well frozen. There is a microwave and much storage.The head is to starboard. There is plenty of room to shower and change with large mirror. The toilet is new. There are two fresh water holding tanks, and a waste holding tank with macerator pump. The 2 4D house batteries are brand new, and there are two deep cycle starting batteries.The Clarion stereo is also new with CD player, bluetooth, charging USB cable, capable of playing pandora, flash drives, etc. and includes a remote control operable from the cockpit. Electronics include; main VHF with a remote handheld (works up to 50' away), Garmin GPS/Chartplotter, speed/depth, auto pilot with remote control, and Raymarine radar. All manuals are on board. The invertor/charger is upgraded and newer. The cockpit built-in propane tank has an accessory line for a BBQ. The dodger/ windows are a few years new. The mast can be lowered (tabernacled) to pass under low bridges. (This is about an $8000 upgrade)All lines lead to the cockpit. The jib is roller furled. The main is fully battened and has lazy jacks to keep the it tidy when lowered. There is a colorful asymmetrical spinnaker, and easily deployed pole. The anchor and rode fit nicely in the ample anchor locker. There is a windlass to help with the anchor.The bottom is cleaned regularly. The engine was professionally serviced in July (oil/filter change, tranny oil, both fuel filters and raw water impeller replaced). The diesel engine is strong with just 1263 hours. It cruises under power at about 7 knots and consumes less than a gallon of fuel an hour.We sail every year to Catalina Island (just returned with our family of four, from a two week trip) and thoroughly enjoy the boat, but we have bought a larger boat with partners and are ready to sell.You will find US Coast Guard Documented "El Encanto" proven, well kept, and ready to go. Don't forget- lots of fun!I can show it most anytime. Feel free to contact me with any questions. Catalina 27 28 30 32 320 34 36 38 380 40 42 Hunter

1996 Hunter 280 VERY NICE BOAT. MUST SELL!

Bronx, New York

FOR SALE IS A 1996 HUNTER 280 SAILBOAT, THIS BOAT IS SOLD AS-IS. SHE IS 28.5 FEET LONG. MUST SELL ASAP! WHOEVER BUYS THIS BOAT WILL BE GETTING A HUGE BARGAIN!! THIS BOAT IS VALUED AT AROUND $32,000 ON THE MARKET. SHE IS A VERY NICE, COMFORTABLE BOAT AND SLEEPS 6. SHE HAS A SINGLE INBOARD 20-HP YANMAR ENGINE, TV, GPS, DEPTH FINDER, AUTO-PILOT THE BOTTOM WAS PAINTED LAST YEAR AND SHE HAS NEW UPHOLSTERY AS OF 2012 WHICH INCLUDES NEW DECK CUSHIONS AND BED CUSHIONS. SHE IS ON THE WATER NOW, DOCKED AT CITY ISLAND, NY. WE ACTUALLY JUST SAILED HER FROM MONTAUK TO CITY ISLAND. THE BILGE PUMP BROKE WHEN WE SAILED FROM MONTAUK, WE BOUGHT A NEW BILGE PUMP TO REPLACE IT, IT JUST NEEDS TO BE CONNECTED PROPERLY. ALL HER SAILS AND ROPES ARE GOOD. MUST SELL THIS BOAT! I CAN BE REACHED AT (646) 327-7100 WITH ANY QUESTIONS. PLEASE DO NOT WASTE TIME IF YOU ARE NOT SERIOUS ABOUT BUYING THIS BOAT. FEATURES: V berth: Large overhead opening hatch Extension panel to lengthen berth Salon: U shaped settee Table leafs Table lowers to form additional berth Interior speakers Water tank gauge Holding tank gauge Electrical switch panel for AC and DC Ample natural lighting Hanging closet Head: Marine head w/ holding tank Sink Mirror Shower Storage above and below Opening port Laundry hamper Galley: Overhead cup storage Top load ice box Sink Origo 4100 2 burner alcohol stove Opening port Storage above and below the counter Aft Cabin: Large, open and light Opening port to center and at aft Yanmar 2GM20-93 2 marine batteries w/ switch Cockpit: Wheel steering Bulkhead compass Removable helm seat SS pulpit Walk through transom SS fold down swim ladder Stern rail seats Manual bilge pump Emergency tiller Deck: Anchor locker SS bow pulpit SS anchor roller Furlex roller furling jib w/ UV cover Lazy jack system The Hunter trademark deck windows Shoal draft, fractional rig with fresh bottom paint & polish job.

Morgan WEST INDIES 36 SAILBOAT...Beautiful... in St Pete Fl.. EXTENSIVE refit

St. Petersburg, Florida

Make HERITAGE YACHT CORP

Model Morgan WEST INDIES 36

Length 36.5

Gorgeous, ...over 65k spent on refit....***1996 Perkins M30 fresh water cooled diesel***, low hrs. starts runs, excellent, no smoke, new oil and filter perkins m30 owners manuel Brand new bottom paint, 3 coats...12/2016, @ $2000 Built and designed by Charlie Morgan in Clearwater Fl. hull #4 of 40 built 36.5 feet on deck....38 feet overall length Heavy, thick hand laid FG hull and deck, combined with original robust construction... FAR EXCEEDS standard sailboats such as: islander, catalina, irwin,pearson, columbia, hunter, ericson etc... 11, newer solid Stainless Steel ports. 2 newer SS Lewmar deck Hatches. all new running rigging. newer ss Norseman cones all around custom SS mount mid boom mainsheet track with all new blocks '14 newer turnbuckles oversized lower shrouds internal halyards ***2014,... new (5) thick oversized massive SS electropolished chainplates. ... external lead keel dropped: new SS studs and bolts, and new SS backing plates, then rebed...new SS awthwartship stringers thrubolted under cabin sole...along with new SS mast step..rudder dropped, new rudder gland with new packing, new steering quadrant, new SS rudder boss, new steering cables....2014......all these above;...exceptional, laborious, expensive, extensive comprehensive metal refits. .****. seperates this vessel from just about any other vessel from this era....truly an incredible update refit..., on a deserving, thick , strong hull and deck..**** ..she's ready for another 50 years of service....*** an outstanding, capable sailing vessel...virtually one of a kind...! Pride of ownership evident Throughout!... mast rewired '14 new masthead tricolor light new mast mount foredeck light deck completely stripped of all hardware and Imron jet aircraft painted 2007, topsides and deck; with blue cove and boot stripes, shiny and beautiful...bulletproof...$600/ gallon,...yet another major, massive Expensive upgrade...update... new 2014 Garmin 740s color , touchscreen GPS navigation station vhf radio, stereo CD, dual speakers all new hoses and ss clamps on 1996 Perkins diesel engine and exhaust new engine water pump, 2014 merely 1100 hours,( low hrs.) on 1996 Perkins M30 diesel, ....runs, starts excellent, no smoke. new oil and filter on engine 12/16. new 1" thick engine room insulation /sound deadening new Raycor fuel filter plastic 28 gallon fuel tank, engine burns 1/2 gal /hour @ 6 knots cruise. 2 plastic water tanks, 80 gallons water total new cutlass bearing and shaft packing, '14,... 3 blade prop new 6 volt golf cart batteries,235 amps,... new deep cycle 12 volt engine start battery 135 amps.... 10/16 Pro mariner 20 amp 3 bank automatic battery charger new hi output 95 amp alternator and belt 6/16 new LPG princess 3 burner SS stove and oven new xtra custom cockpit scuppers with bronze valves, '14,... total 4 scuppers in cockpit new cockpit cushions '14 Teak cockpit floor grate, with blue canvas cover new canvas '14; to include... mains'l cover, hatch covers, new bimini top, new custom main compainionway hatch cover,... teak grate cockpit floor canvas cover. all new interior cushions '14 Excellent Lavac vacuum head, manuel, with 15 gal. plastic holding tank. 7 cu ft ice box with '90's engine driven grunert refrig freezer with holding cold plates, 1/2 hp compressor, needs work or replacement. newer stem head backing plate. CPT wheel autopilot, excellent 2009, over $2100 when new... new masthead windex '14. Simply, a magnificent well found sailing vessel, visually appears to be about 5 yrs old....Stunning,... everyone who sees her compliments her classic beauty. 55ft mast, 695 sail area yields excellent sailing performance, sails and rigging in very good condition.. 36' 5" on deck, 38 ft. overall, 4'2" draft, centerboard delete, trunk filled with 300lbs.lead and epoxy then sealed, Large rudder with large full skeg,.. 7300 lb.external lead keel,..17,000 lbs. dry unloaded...20,000 lbs. cruise loaded.... 12 ft beam,...* 32 foot long waterline.... sturdy , stable, stout, solid and strong... ..capable of sailing anywhere in the world.. USCG documented vessel,... no liens , privately owned outright. twin anchor rollers on extended spit, thus 38 ft overall, with dual hawse pipes and 2 anchor rodes with chain, 35 lb, cqr anchor. custom cockpit table/box stows 2 10lb LPG bottles and more newer inner forestay and running backs, cutter rig can be an option. or storm foresail hanked on. Airmar 200wx wx nav station, with masthead sensor, 2014 Airmar DT 800 bronze tranducer with 20 degree forward look 2014 16000 BTU marine Airconditioned,... cools excellent in summer Fl. heat 2014 ;NMEA 2000 wiring... for plug and play electronics and accessories SS Dodger frame included,no canvas though new marine 6 gal water heater,w new hoses new shower sump box with dedicated pump new cabin floor,..3 epoxy barrier coats applied , then 3 coats of bottom paint, no blisters. This vessel would have an Impeccable survey should you wish to have one...truly,... a one of a kind find...This boat has no rot, no rust,no blistering of any kind,... anywhere.. All bulkhead taping to hull is as the day she left the factory!... the interior frp liner/headliner is thick, solid strong and shiny!! 6' 4" headroom all interior cabinets and storages, cleaned and painted with quality superhard mildew mold resistant white exterior paint. CLEAN....! the bilge in this boat is...clean This boat has a cameo appearance in the 2011 Hollywood movie "Dolphin Tale" filmed in Clearwater FL. Kris Kristofferson lives on her in this acclaimed flick. The sailing photo is of this actual vessel taken after Imron paint. knowledgable, experienced, x captain, liveaboard cruiser, x boat builder, rigger; older private seller/sailor,.... needs no brokers or help in selling this fine boat,... whatsoever! over 800 labor hours of love and attention in the past 19 months, and it shows. She is exactly as pictured! Exceptional!... replacement cost? conservatively... $95,000 +, estimated professional survey value $64,000+...realistically priced at $36,500. numerous tools, spare parts, chart kits, hardware, screens , literature, magazines included in sale. she appears ....exactly.....as she is in the pictures....! looks better in person actually...a fine little ship... buyer responsible for vessel pick up in St Pete. Florida she could be kept at the same non liveaboard private house dock. she needs dodger canvas cover for supplied ss frame, fridge install, windlass (if your not younger) 1 more anchor bad back/disc forces reluctant sale..this is my dream boat; wanted to sail the Bahamas/Caribbean again...physically can't... more pictures available upon serious buyer phone request. also for sale at: sailboatlistings.com and Tampa Craigslist [email protected] seller, [email protected] not responsible for any shipping , buyer pays for any shipping costs. buyer must make full payment within 3 days. On Jan-19-17 at 07:26:36 PST, seller added the following information: The boat can be kept at its current dock/slip in south st pete fl. On Jan-19-17 at 12:26:10 PST, seller added the following information: Listed on SailboatListings.com

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Our team of Precision Sails experts conducted extensive research on the web to gather information about the specific sailboat in question. We thoroughly scoured various online sources to compile relevant and accurate information for the boat owner. Our team carefully curated the information to ensure that it would be helpful and informative for the user. We understand the importance of having a deep understanding of your boat’s features, and our goal is to provide comprehensive and reliable information that will enable boat owners to make informed decisions about their sailing experience. By sharing our expertise and knowledge, we hope to empower our customers to get the most out of their sailing adventures.

All About Your Hunter 28.5

Rig specifications.

These are the specifications provided by the designers, but even from the factory, these boats may not be identical. The reason for this is that the sail industry often contracts manufacturing to different sources in order to achieve economies of scale. What this means is – your Hunter 28.5 may be more unique than you initially thought.

It’s important to note that boats are also frequently customized, so if you suspect that work has been done on yours, it’s best to take your own measurements. When ordering a sail, we will advise you if using the manufacturer’s specifications is appropriate, or if we require you to complete our own measurement forms.

I: 37.33 ft / 11.38 m

J: 12.08 ft / 3.68 m

P: 31.75 ft / 9.68 m

E: 10.83 ft / 3.30 m

Despite its compact size, the Hunter 285 is a highly capable sailboat that is designed to perform well in a wide range of conditions. As designed by the Hunter Design Team, the Hunter 28.5 sailboat sports a complex B&R rig with a split backstay. It has a mainsail area of 225.47 sq. ft. and a jib sail area of 171.93 sq. ft. This powerful sail plan is optimized for speed and maneuverability, as well as a deep keel that provides excellent stability and control.

The Hunter 285 features a sloop rig with a single mast, allowing for a familiar sail plan of a mainsail and a headsail, with the option of a spinnaker or genoa for an additional performance boost in light wind.

Performance

The boat’s sail plan is optimized for speed and maneuverability, with a high aspect ratio that provides excellent performance in a wide range of wind conditions. The boat is also equipped with a boom vang and adjustable backstay, allowing for precise control of sail shape and tension.

The Hunter 285 is also equipped with a reliable diesel engine that can provide ample power when needed. With its combination of speed, stability, and maneuverability, the Hunter 285 is the perfect sailboat for those seeking adventure on the high seas.

Design Features

The Hunter 285 is a compact, yet highly capable sailboat that is perfect for sailors of all experience levels. This design was first built in 1985 by the Hunter Marine Co. and was later revamped into Hunter 28 by the renowned naval architect, Rob Mazza, the Hunter 285 features a spacious cockpit and a comfortable, well-appointed cabin that can accommodate up to six people. One of the standout features of the Hunter 285 is its innovative design. The boat features a sleek, modern hull design that is optimized for speed and maneuverability. The boat also features a deep keel that provides excellent stability in rough seas.

The Hunter 285 has a displacement of 7,000 lbs and a lead ballast of 3000 lbs. And the LOA is 28.5ft with a beam of 10.5ft. The Hunter 285 also features a spacious cockpit that is perfect for entertaining guests or relaxing with friends and family. The cockpit is well-equipped with all the necessary sailing instruments and features a large steering wheel for easy maneuvering.

Cabin Layout and Amenities

The Hunter 285 features a well-appointed cabin that is both comfortable and functional. The cabin features a large V-berth that can comfortably sleep two adults, as well as a settee that can be converted into a double berth.

The boat also features a fully equipped galley with a sink, stove, and refrigerator, as well as a private head with a shower. The cabin is well-ventilated and features plenty of natural light, making it the perfect place to relax and unwind after a long day on the water.

If you’re looking for a high-quality sailboat that is both stylish and functional, look no further than the Hunter 285. With its innovative design, comfortable cabin, and exceptional performance capabilities, the Hunter 285 is the perfect vessel for sailors of all experience levels.

Recommended Sails For Your Hunter 28.5

We would love to help you enhance your sailing experience on your Hunter 28.5. That’s why we have put together a list of expertly curated sail recommendations just for you. You can find more information about each sail and their specific uses by following the links to our education page.

You need a mainsail designed to give you the greatest mileage out of your vessel. Precision Sails’ custom designed mainsails come with all the standard options needed to get sailing right away, and custom options to optimize handling, performance, and shape.

Jibs, genoas, yankee cut, staysails, or working jibs, we do it all. No matter what headsail you need for you sailboat, Precision Sails’ team of sail designers will work with you to ensure your new head sail fits and performs for you. Our headsails come complete with all standard options required for the best performance and durability. Learn more about our available headsail options and customization here.

Downwind and Light Wind Sails

Sail downwind easily with your choice of our downwind and light wind sail options. We custom design and tailor every sail for your needs. Explore our symmetrical or asymmetrical spinnakers and code zeros, including what options are available for each.

Request a Hunter 28.5 Quote

Looking to buy a new headsail or mainsail for your Hunter 28.5? Request a free quote from Precision Sails for a new custom sail. Our team will work with you to design the perfect sail for you.