Hunter 27
LOA
8.23m (27.0ft)
Beam
2.79m (9.2ft)
Displacement
2,495kg (5,501lbs)
Year
1992–1998
Manufacturer
Hunter
Full Specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Overall (LOA) | 8.23 m | 27.0 ft |
| Length Waterline (LWL) | 7.32 m | 24.0 ft |
| Beam | 2.79 m | 9.2 ft |
| Draft | 1.52 m | 5.0 ft |
| Mast Height | 11.00 m | 36.1 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 2,495 kg | 5,501 lbs |
| Ballast | 907 kg | 2,000 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 33.0 m² | 355 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Sloop | |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | |
| Keel Type | Fin | |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 12 HP | |
| Fuel Capacity | 45 L | 11.9 gal |
| Water Capacity | 68 L | 18.0 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 5 | |
| Cabins | 1 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | Hunter Design Team | |
| Country of Origin | USA | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
18.23
Good — responsive and versatile
Ballast Ratio
36.4%
Moderate — good balance of stability and performance
Capsize Screening Ratio
0.82 Offshore Capable
Excellent — suitable for offshore passages
Lower is better. Values below 2.0 are considered suitable for offshore sailing.
Comfort Ratio
17.0
Spartan — racing-oriented, uncomfortable in a seaway
About the Hunter 27
The Hunter 27 is a well-proportioned coastal cruiser with a roomy interior and easy handling. A popular boat for sailing schools and first-time buyers stepping up from daysailers.