Hunter 306
LOA
9.25m (30.3ft)
Beam
3.10m (10.2ft)
Displacement
3,990kg (8,796lbs)
Year
1999–2004
Manufacturer
Hunter
Full Specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Overall (LOA) | 9.25 m | 30.3 ft |
| Length Waterline (LWL) | 8.08 m | 26.5 ft |
| Beam | 3.10 m | 10.2 ft |
| Draft | 1.65 m | 5.4 ft |
| Mast Height | 12.80 m | 42.0 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 3,990 kg | 8,796 lbs |
| Ballast | 1,588 kg | 3,501 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 43.0 m² | 463 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Sloop | |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | |
| Keel Type | Fin | |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | |
| Fuel Capacity | 57 L | 15.1 gal |
| Water Capacity | 114 L | 30.1 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | |
| Cabins | 2 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | Glenn Henderson | |
| Country of Origin | USA | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
17.37
Good — responsive and versatile
Ballast Ratio
39.8%
Moderate — good balance of stability and performance
Capsize Screening Ratio
0.78 Offshore Capable
Excellent — suitable for offshore passages
Lower is better. Values below 2.0 are considered suitable for offshore sailing.
Comfort Ratio
19.1
Spartan — racing-oriented, uncomfortable in a seaway
About the Hunter 306
The Hunter 306 updated the popular 30 series with a new deck mold and improved interior. A versatile cruiser suitable for coastal sailing and the occasional overnight passage.