Hunter 260
LOA
7.85m (25.8ft)
Beam
2.74m (9.0ft)
Displacement
2,041kg (4,500lbs)
Year
1998–2004
Manufacturer
Hunter
Full Specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Overall (LOA) | 7.85 m | 25.8 ft |
| Length Waterline (LWL) | 6.86 m | 22.5 ft |
| Beam | 2.74 m | 9.0 ft |
| Draft | 1.37 m | 4.5 ft |
| Mast Height | 10.50 m | 34.4 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 2,041 kg | 4,500 lbs |
| Ballast | 771 kg | 1,700 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 27.5 m² | 296 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Sloop | |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | |
| Keel Type | Fin | |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 10 HP | |
| Fuel Capacity | 38 L | 10.0 gal |
| Water Capacity | 57 L | 15.1 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 5 | |
| Cabins | 1 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | Glenn Henderson | |
| Country of Origin | USA | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
17.37
Good — responsive and versatile
Ballast Ratio
37.8%
Moderate — good balance of stability and performance
Capsize Screening Ratio
0.87 Offshore Capable
Excellent — suitable for offshore passages
Lower is better. Values below 2.0 are considered suitable for offshore sailing.
Comfort Ratio
16.0
Spartan — racing-oriented, uncomfortable in a seaway
About the Hunter 260
The Hunter 260 packs impressive cruising amenities into a 26-foot hull. Standing headroom, a full galley, and an enclosed head make her a serious pocket cruiser.