2001 Hunter 216 vs Hunter 260 — Comparison
2001 Hunter 216
Hunter 260
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2001 Hunter 216 | Hunter 260 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hunter | Hunter |
| Year | 2001–2008 | 1998–2004 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | USA |
| Designer | Glenn Henderson | Glenn Henderson |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 6.50 m (21.3 ft) | 7.85 m (25.8 ft) |
| LWL | 5.64 m (18.5 ft) | 6.86 m (22.5 ft) |
| Beam | 2.34 m (7.7 ft) | 2.74 m (9.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.07 m (3.5 ft) | 1.37 m (4.5 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 907 kg (2,000 lbs) | 2,041 kg (4,500 lbs) |
| Ballast | 340 kg (750 lbs) | 771 kg (1,700 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 17.5 m² (188 ft²) | 27.5 m² (296 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 5 HP | 10 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 15 L (4.0 gal) | 38 L (10.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 19 L (5.0 gal) | 57 L (15.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 3 | 5 |
| Cabins | 1 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2001 Hunter 216 and Hunter 260 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2001 Hunter 216 is a 2000s design by Hunter from USA, while the Hunter 260 is a 1990s offering from Hunter from USA. The 2001 Hunter 216 was penned by Glenn Henderson. The Hunter 260 was designed by Glenn Henderson.
In terms of size, the 2001 Hunter 216 measures 6.50m (21.3ft) overall with a beam of 2.34m, compared to the Hunter 260 at 7.85m (25.8ft) with a 2.74m beam. The Hunter 260 is 1.35m longer than the 2001 Hunter 216. The Hunter 260 displaces approximately 125% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2001 Hunter 216 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 18.99 and 17.5 m² of sail area. The Hunter 260, with an SA/D of 17.37 and 27.5 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2001 Hunter 216 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2001 Hunter 216 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 12.9) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.97). The Hunter 260 has a comfort ratio of 16.0 and a capsize screening value of 0.87. The ballast ratios are 37.5% for the 2001 Hunter 216 and 37.8% for the Hunter 260, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2001 Hunter 216 provides 3 berths in 1 cabin with 19L of water capacity and 15L of fuel. The Hunter 260 offers 5 berths in 1 cabin with 57L water and 38L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Hunter 260 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 2001 Hunter 216 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 260 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.