Hunter 306 vs 1971 C&C 27 — Comparison
Hunter 306
1971 C&C 27
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Hunter 306 | 1971 C&C 27 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hunter | C&C Yachts |
| Year | 1999–2004 | 1971–1975 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | Canada |
| Designer | Glenn Henderson | Cuthbertson & Cassian |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.25 m (30.3 ft) | 8.23 m (27.0 ft) |
| LWL | 8.08 m (26.5 ft) | 6.55 m (21.5 ft) |
| Beam | 3.10 m (10.2 ft) | 2.74 m (9.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.65 m (5.4 ft) | 1.37 m (4.5 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 3,990 kg (8,796 lbs) | 2,495 kg (5,501 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,588 kg (3,501 lbs) | 1,043 kg (2,299 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 43.0 m² (463 ft²) | 31.0 m² (334 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | 10 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 57 L (15.1 gal) | 38 L (10.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 114 L (30.1 gal) | 57 L (15.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 5 |
| Cabins | 2 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Hunter 306 and 1971 C&C 27 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hunter 306 is a 1990s design by Hunter from USA, while the 1971 C&C 27 is a 1970s offering from C&C Yachts from Canada. The Hunter 306 was penned by Glenn Henderson. The 1971 C&C 27 was designed by Cuthbertson & Cassian.
In terms of size, the Hunter 306 measures 9.25m (30.3ft) overall with a beam of 3.10m, compared to the 1971 C&C 27 at 8.23m (27.0ft) with a 2.74m beam. The Hunter 306 is 1.02m longer than the 1971 C&C 27. The Hunter 306 displaces approximately 60% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Hunter 306 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.37 and 43.0 m² of sail area. The 1971 C&C 27, with an SA/D of 17.13 and 31.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Hunter 306 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Hunter 306 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 19.1) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The 1971 C&C 27 has a comfort ratio of 20.1 and a capsize screening value of 0.81. The ballast ratios are 39.8% for the Hunter 306 and 41.8% for the 1971 C&C 27, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Hunter 306 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 114L of water capacity and 57L of fuel. The 1971 C&C 27 offers 5 berths in 1 cabin with 57L water and 38L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1971 C&C 27 is the better choice for comfortable cruising thanks to its higher comfort ratio, offering a gentler motion at sea that crews will appreciate on longer passages.
For racing: The Hunter 306 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The Hunter 306 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.
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