Hunter 280
LOA
8.53m (28.0ft)
Beam
2.82m (9.3ft)
Displacement
2,585kg (5,699lbs)
Year
1998–2003
Manufacturer
Hunter
Full Specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Overall (LOA) | 8.53 m | 28.0 ft |
| Length Waterline (LWL) | 7.47 m | 24.5 ft |
| Beam | 2.82 m | 9.3 ft |
| Draft | 1.52 m | 5.0 ft |
| Mast Height | 11.00 m | 36.1 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 2,585 kg | 5,699 lbs |
| Ballast | 998 kg | 2,200 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 34.0 m² | 366 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Sloop | |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | |
| Keel Type | Fin | |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 15 HP | |
| Fuel Capacity | 45 L | 11.9 gal |
| Water Capacity | 76 L | 20.1 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 5 | |
| Cabins | 1 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | Glenn Henderson | |
| Country of Origin | USA | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
18.35
Good — responsive and versatile
Ballast Ratio
38.6%
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
16.5
Spartan — racing-oriented, uncomfortable in a seaway
About the Hunter 280
The Hunter 280 introduced the brand's signature B&R rig and open transom to the 28-foot class. A roomy and comfortable coastal cruiser with modern styling.