hunter 26 sailboat data

The Hunter 26 is a 25.75ft fractional sloop designed by Rob Mazza and built in fiberglass by Hunter Marine (USA) between 1994 and 1997.

The Hunter 26 is a light sailboat which is a reasonably good performer. It is very stable / stiff and has a low righting capability if capsized. It is best suited as a day-boat. There is a very short water supply range.

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The H26/H260 series evolved over time based on users desires and complaints and is looks very similar to the H23.5, also water ballast. 

The H26 was built from 1994 to 1998. The H260 was manufactured from 1998-2005. It is believed there was some overlap between the production of the two models. Some changes were stylistic, others like the rudder were functional.  Apparently the hull numbers for the 26 start at FOOO1 and run to somewhere near F0729 around 1997-98 then the 260 is introduced and the hull numbers continue until 2002 were they start new (maybe Hunter started a whole new mold instead of using the one that was modified from the 26 and run to somewhere near F0189 in 2005). My boat is hull number 089. Neither boat is in production but there are many good used boats available on the resale market. 

• Both boats look and sail about the same and have similar displacement.
• The hull and deck are the same except for the cockpit and windows and stern. 
• If exiting the transom, the 260 will have a step off and "sugar transom, the 26 did not.
• The 260 has a place for a helmsman seat which is the lid for the gas locker.
• Very early H26 models were mostly tiller, the wheel option is more common in the H260. Although a few of the H26 had wheel steering, The 260 was designed to accommodate this popular option. The 260 had interchangeable floors to accommodate the wheel steering that is reinforced underneath.
• The dry weight of the H260 is actually greater than that advertised by Hunter. For example, my H260 is essentially stock but weighs 4400 lbs with water and outboard.  
• H26 had removable mini-shrouds to keep the mast in-line during raising. The H260 uses solid mast supports.
• The H26 has a plexiglass forward vent window instead of a hatch. This was eliminated in the H260 and replaced with a hatch on the foredeck.
• H26 owners report the sliding hatch in H26 leaks - H260 is fairly dry - a companionway cover is a popular solution. 
• Stern seats option are very common in the H260; earliest model H26s did not have stern rail seats as option. It is possible to back fit these but it's not cheap.
• Cockpit table, standard in H26 was eliminated in H260 (There is still a place in the v-birth for storing this table in the H260)
• Jib sheet/winch layout are slightly different.
• H260 has a different non-slip pattern in cabin and cockpit.
• H26 has a small port in aft bunk; the H260 aft bunk has a large window that allows air circulation and is an escape hatch when you are using the transom bunk. 
• The anchor locker and bow cleat configuration is much improved on the 260 and allows for the installation of an optional anchor roller.
• Some very early model year 26's had 7/8" rail and some had 1" rail. 
• The stanchions in the later H260's were beefed up. 
• The companionway opening is narrower on the 260 (the sliding cover is the same width on both.)
• H26 has porta-pottie, the 260 cabin sole in the head is raised to allow for a marine head option.
• The H26 uses 5 gal. collapsible tank for water, the H260 has a 20 gal. water tank under the v-berth.
• The H26 has thru-hulls with no valves that exit above the waterline, the H260's thru-hulls have valves and are below the waterline.
• The rudder assembly and transom is completely different between the two boats. The H260 rudder is fragile and prone to cracks.

Other comments: In appearance, the stern is the most noticeable difference. The 260 has a fold away swim latter and sugar scoop stern and the rub rail sweeps continuously from the side around the back. On the 26's the stern is squared off and the ladder folds up to fill in the stern railing. 1998 was the first model year with the new transom and rudder design. Another significant difference between a 26 and 260 is the rig. The 26 uses a full batten main, and the mast does not have fixed support struts like the 260 does. The H260 has a extra diagonal shroud that makes it a true B and R rig. The H260 main has a full roach with two full and two partial battens. The major difference in the interior is that the galley fiddles and trim on a H26 is smoked Plexiglas, in the 260 it is teak. There is a cabinet in the galley and a single burner butane stove in the 260, the 26 uses a drop in two burner Origo 4000 alcohol stove. The head door is teak on the 260, white fiberglass on the 26.

The centerboard in both boats weighs less than 100 pounds. It was made in two halves and around 60 lbs of lead added before bonding the halves. It is built with a sleeve for 1/2" pivot bolt.

That said, the boats should sail the same and are of excellent construction. The differences are a matter of preference. The biggest impact will be cost. A 2002 H260 will cost about $10K more than a 5 year old H26. The older boat may have some wear and tear, but is likely to have more owner installed gear like a compass, GPS, Autopilot, etc.

I = distance between top of forestay to the foredeck J =distance from forestay chainplate to mast P =distance from boom to top of mast E =length of boom Mast height = Height of mast from waterline

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Towing a Hunter 26 weight and trailer Questions...

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• Start date Apr 25, 2012
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I may buy the boat listed in the post title (1994 Hunter 26 wb). I have a 1999 Jeep Cherokee 4.0 L straight six with an automatic Trans... It has 50 k miles on it and I have used it to trailer a Macgregor 25. I would like to know your thoughts on my tow vehicle being adequate. I don't think it has the tow package. I did get some towing advice in the past and I was told not to tow in overdrive when towing... Any validity to this? The owner said the trailer brakes aren't working and he was going to bleed the lines and see if that was the problem. Would there be any known specific problems with the surge breaks that you would know about? Things I can tell him to check? Things I can check? Thoughts on a 3 hour tow with out the brakes are welcome. Hunter states the boat weighs 3000 pounds but members here say it isn't true and I believe them... Do automakers err on the lean side when doing gvwr tow ratings? Just haw damaging/dangerous is exceeding these limits? Thanks in advance for your input and any additional information is welcome.  

I towed my O'Day 25 home 700 miles with my Explorer and did NOT use overdrive. Had a mechanic friend tell me to always disengage it. As for capacities, that is up to your owner's manual and you figuring the weight on your boat and trailer and everything else. I have a tow package, V8, and all that with mine. I started slow, drove under 60, and started to stop very early. As for the brakes, getting them working sounds like the right thing to do. Imagine what happens if you have to brake and the momentum of the boat and trailer is not slowed....... Could look in to anti-sway-loadleveling hitches too.I bought one of these . Unfortunately my trailer was not quite configured for the arms but, got it all home OK anyway. Exceeding limits can damage your tranny, your bearings, and if things don't all stop appropriately, lots of other things. Not necessarily only your own. My 2 cents FWIW.  

cephius (Dave)

I have the owner's manual for my 2002 Jeep Cherokee. It recommends against using overdrive when towing. I tow my H260 with it. It is well within the published towing limits of the Cherokee. I would never attempt to tow a 26' boat without trailer breaks. On the couple of occasions that I was forced to break hard, those trailer breaks made all the difference in the world for a controlled stop. The main stress on a tow vehicle is the transmission. If you exceed the manufacturer's limits you can destroy the transmission. Next is the weight on the tires, if you exceed the tongue weight limit. The only way to know the true weight of a fully loaded boat is to go to truck scales and check. This will give you the peace of mind to know you are within the vehicle's limits, or if you should be seeking a different one.  

I don't think it has the tow package. Click to expand

I did get some towing advice in the past and I was told not to tow in overdrive when towing... Any validity to this? Click to expand

The owner said the trailer brakes aren't working and he was going to bleed the lines and see if that was the problem. Would there be any known specific problems with the surge breaks that you would know about? Things I can tell him to check? Things I can check? Click to expand

Thoughts on a 3 hour tow with out the brakes are welcome. Click to expand

Hunter states the boat weighs 3000 pounds but members here say it isn't true and I believe them... Click to expand

Do automakers err on the lean side when doing gvwr tow ratings? Click to expand

Just haw damaging/dangerous is exceeding these limits? Click to expand

plainssailor

I tow my my oday 25 w/a K2500 Burban. tow package, 4x4 and 454. Down the interstate 65 mph. On Monday I pulled it up a very step ramp and she struggled, I thought I left the parking break on when I got back in after I winched her onto the trailer. I couldn't think of doing it w/much less horsepower. Next time, which will be in October, when I pull her out for winter I will use the 4 wheel drive in low. I think the jeep may pull it on flat land, but up the ramp, and stopping it in an emergency could be a problem.  

watercolors II

Keep the engine and transmission cool Trailer brakes and as someone else said, transmission oil cooler. I'd add to that a combo cooler for the engine also. http://www.buyautotruckaccessories....&cagpspn=pla&gclid=CKf8uu2S0a8CFYbe4AodrxI1Eg I used one of these on a 3.0 Ford Ranger pulling a 3500 lb. boat. This Ranger was only mfg towing of 2000 lbs. The temp gauge for the engine never moved climbing these mts. here in western PA, I would think the trans. temp would be the same.  

Weight is Not the Only Issue The frontal area on a 26 is very significant and at higher speeds is going to put more of a burden on your tow vehicle than the weight is. I'd guess you’re adequate for occasional not too far trips or the rare long going slow ones. The first thing I'd look at on the brakes is the wheel cylinders. Not rocket science on these systems any shade tree mechanic can take care of them.  

The 4L 6 cylinder Jeep Cherokee towing capability is rated for 2000 lbs for the standard package, 5000 lbs if equipped with an automatic transmission AND the towing package. I towed a Kubota tractor with implements with mine. Over 3000 lbs, you WILL need brakes on the trailer — required in most states, never mind your insurance company. A 3000 lbs boat will have about 1000 lbs of trailer under it. Add the extra items that the family insists on taking, you will quickly be at the 5000 lbs limit.  

Crazy Dave Condon

ABK; When looking at the Hunter 26 trailer, you need to check the bunk boards for rot, tires for wear/dry rot, brakes and so forth. First the boat dry wieght is 3000 pounds. with the trailer, motor and gear, you can figure about 4700 to 5000 pounds total pulling. You have brakes on one trailer. Depending on the state you live in, they may require brakes on both axles for example Pennsylvania. For the brakes, there are things to look at first. Is there fluid in the resivoir. If not, you will need to bleed the brakes and if you do not know how , get somone who does. If a leak, repair. however, if you can not build up pressure in the line, it could be the master cylinder is shot in the brake mechanism. There are two styles of master cylinders depending on the surge vs. disc brakes. Anyway to access that master cylinder, simply screw off the top cover and remove it. You can go to a trailer parts place with that master cylinder as one is metal and the other is composite. If they do not have it, order it. you will spend about $70 vs. buying a new whole brake mechanism which can be around $250. There is alot more but if you want to email me with your contact phone numbers, i will give you a call. You can call be the godfather of that boat as I know it too well. Look in the archives for my name. See ya. Crazy Dave Condon  

My Hunter 260, an updated version of the 26 WB weighed in on the scales at 5,800 pounds. That was at close to traveling weight. I added at least 100 pounds of extras forward to add to the tongue weight. Hauled it the first long trip with a Chevy Avalanche with 5.3 Liter V8. Would not hold overdrive. Did the entire 1800 miles in direct 3rd gear. Sold the truck. The next time around with a long cab, long bed diesel Silverado. Much more better! The bigger the tow vehicle the better. As far as brakes: you only need them if you want to stop. My experience with surge brakes is that they serve mostly as a assist rather than as serious lock-em-up stoppers. But they DO help. Primary concern is good stopping by the tow vehicle itself.  

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Hunter 26.5

Hunter 26.5 is a 26 ′ 6 ″ / 8.1 m monohull sailboat designed by Hunter Design Team and built by Hunter Marine between 1985 and 1987.

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The theoretical maximum speed that a displacement hull can move efficiently through the water is determined by it's waterline length and displacement. It may be unable to reach this speed if the boat is underpowered or heavily loaded, though it may exceed this speed given enough power. Read more.

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Hull Speed = 1.34 x √LWL

Max Speed/Length ratio = 8.26 ÷ Displacement/Length ratio .311 Hull Speed = Max Speed/Length ratio x √LWL

Sail Area / Displacement Ratio

A measure of the power of the sails relative to the weight of the boat. The higher the number, the higher the performance, but the harder the boat will be to handle. This ratio is a "non-dimensional" value that facilitates comparisons between boats of different types and sizes. Read more.

SA/D = SA ÷ (D ÷ 64) 2/3

• SA : Sail area in square feet, derived by adding the mainsail area to 100% of the foretriangle area (the lateral area above the deck between the mast and the forestay).
• D : Displacement in pounds.

Ballast / Displacement Ratio

A measure of the stability of a boat's hull that suggests how well a monohull will stand up to its sails. The ballast displacement ratio indicates how much of the weight of a boat is placed for maximum stability against capsizing and is an indicator of stiffness and resistance to capsize.

Ballast / Displacement * 100

Displacement / Length Ratio

A measure of the weight of the boat relative to it's length at the waterline. The higher a boat’s D/L ratio, the more easily it will carry a load and the more comfortable its motion will be. The lower a boat's ratio is, the less power it takes to drive the boat to its nominal hull speed or beyond. Read more.

D/L = (D ÷ 2240) ÷ (0.01 x LWL)³

• D: Displacement of the boat in pounds.
• LWL: Waterline length in feet

Comfort Ratio

This ratio assess how quickly and abruptly a boat’s hull reacts to waves in a significant seaway, these being the elements of a boat’s motion most likely to cause seasickness. Read more.

Comfort ratio = D ÷ (.65 x (.7 LWL + .3 LOA) x Beam 1.33 )

• D: Displacement of the boat in pounds
• LOA: Length overall in feet
• Beam: Width of boat at the widest point in feet

Capsize Screening Formula

This formula attempts to indicate whether a given boat might be too wide and light to readily right itself after being overturned in extreme conditions. Read more.

CSV = Beam ÷ ³√(D / 64)

Deep keel: 4.25’.

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> > Please support our sponsors and let them know you heard about their products on Cruisers Forums. 26-10-2007, 11:48   and maybe a bit on the St. Croix/Mississippi Rivers). I had narrowed it down to the 26M and the 26, but after weighing them, I think I would rather have the 26 (I don't care too much about the motoring capabilities of the thing; I mostly want to SAIL). I was hoping that if anyone on this forum has an experience or knows anything about this that they could share that information with me here. I don't necessarily trust online testimonials on websites, so I would just like to know what everyone here thinks about the Hunter 26. Essentially, I would appreciate knowing if I am considering a lemon. Discover Seaworthy, an adventure of ATLANTIC proportions! 26-10-2007, 12:10   ballast Hunter 26. For owner go here: 27-10-2007, 01:23   Boat: s/v Sirius - 1988 Island Packet 27 does not feel incredibly stable compared to a solid-ballast, fixed-keel boat of the same size. But that's the tradeoff you make for having something that you can tow from one lake to the next - which is essentially why I bought it. There is a good amount of space below-decks and have 'camped' on mine with another person or two for a weekend. The aft berth is plenty big enough for two to sleep comfortably (it runs all the way from port to starboard and from stern to the companionway). The table also drops down to make a large double in the . Forget about sleeping in the vee-berth unless you are 5'0" but it's a nice place to toss your bags. The seating area is roomy enough to sit about 6 (and you wouldn't want anymore than that onboard anyway - trust me!) but can be awkward trying to get in and out of your seat. The is a good size and has a wet locker. I didn't use the much except to throw my keys and wallet into the sink. I like the openess of the under the settees. There are 5 access but it is open all the way around. It makes running wires and storing larger objects nice. Topside, the is a decent size and I could mostly lay out flat. There is no walkway to the sides of the cabintop, so you have to climb on the coachroof to go forward. Not too big of a deal if you have all lines in the . The lazarettes are not good for storing much, but this is because you have all of that room in the aft berth. There is a small, but nice swim platform off the stern. I learned to sail on this boat and don't regret owning her at all. There are more stable, better sailing in this size/price range for sure. But the portability is definitely nice. And if you are deciding between the Hunter and , the Hunter is definitely the better sailing of the two. Oh yeah, stepping the and took me about 2 hours the first time. After some practice, I could rig and splash in about 30 minutes by myself. Good luck. She'll make a good first boat. But if you are anything like I was, you'll be looking for a boat with fixed ballast and a slip after about the 20th time you take this thing on and off the . 27-10-2007, 02:56   Boat: Fontain Pejot Tobago 35 Cat Alee . The people who owned it before me used t all the time and were consitsantly 1st and 2nd. My husband and I did 9 day trips on it. It was a little squishy wih all the extra stuff needed but it was doable. The older ones anyway (mine is a 1978) were built very sturdily and you won't be a lemon. I never trailered it though so I don't know anything about that part of it. 29-10-2007, 07:24   boat if I didn't live sort of halfways between the and some other great waters for sailing on. I will have to give the "trailer vs. slip" argument a bit more thought. In any case, this still sounds like a rather nice boat for what it is. More thought! Thank you all who responded. Discover Seaworthy, an adventure of ATLANTIC proportions! 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Its auxiliary power tank, manufactured by undefined, runs on undefined. HUNTER 26 has retained its value as a result of superior building, a solid reputation, and a devoted owner base. Read on to find out more about HUNTER 26 and decide if it is a fit for your boating needs. Boat Information Boat specifications, sail boat calculation, rig and sail specs, accomodations, contributions, who designed the hunter 26. HUNTER 26 was designed by Rob Mazza. Who builds HUNTER 26? HUNTER 26 is built by Hunter Marine (USA). When was HUNTER 26 first built? HUNTER 26 was first built in 1994. How long is HUNTER 26? HUNTER 26 is 7.06 m in length. What is mast height on HUNTER 26? HUNTER 26 has a mast height of 9.17 m. Member Boats at HarborMoor 394 IMAGES HUNTER 26 SailboatData.com Hunter 26.5 Hunter 26 Hunter 26 Hunter 26 COMMENTS HUNTER 26 Discount Sails-Hunter_26. Electric Yacht. New Rudders. Sail Trailers. SeaWaterPro. SBD App - BR. top 1 ads row1. top 2 ads row2. top 3 ads row2. HUNTER 26. Save to Favorites . Beta Marine. ... (Water stays in place for sailing and pumped out for trailering.) Replaced by the HUNTER 260 which is very similar. Sailboat Forum. View All Topics: HUNTER 26.5 A Ballast/Displacement ratio of 40 or more translates into a stiffer, more powerful boat that will be better able to stand up to the wind. Bal./Disp = ballast (lbs)/ displacement (lbs)*100 Disp./Len.: The lower a boat's Displacement/Length (LWL) ratio, the less power it takes to drive the boat to its nominal hull speed. less than 100 ... Hunter 26 The Hunter 26 is a 25.75ft fractional sloop designed by Rob Mazza and built in fiberglass by Hunter Marine (USA) between 1994 and 1997. The Hunter 26 is a light sailboat which is a reasonably good performer. It is very stable / stiff and has a low righting capability if capsized. It is best suited as a day-boat. Hunter 26 Hunter 26. The Hunter 26 is a small recreational keelboat, built predominantly of fiberglass. It has a fractional sloop rig, a raked stem, a reverse transom, a transom-hung rudder and a centerboard. It displaces 4,600 lb (2,087 kg) and carries 2,000 lb (907 kg) of flooding water ballast. The ballast is drained for road transport. [ 1][ 3] Hunter 26 Hunter 26 is a 25′ 9″ / 7.9 m monohull sailboat designed by Rob Mazza and built by Hunter Marine between 1994 and 1997. ... The lower a boat's ratio is, the less power it takes to drive the boat to its nominal hull speed or beyond. Read more. Formula. D/L = (D ÷ 2240) ÷ (0.01 x LWL)³ D: Displacement of the boat in pounds. LWL: Waterline ... Hunter 26.5 Design. The Hunter 26.5 is a recreational keelboat, built predominantly of fiberglass. It has a fractional sloop rig, an aluminum mast and boom, a raked stem, a walk-through reverse transom, an internally-mounted spade-type rudder controlled by a laminated wooden tiller and a fixed wing keel. It displaces 4,400 lb (1,996 kg) and carries 1,800 ... HunterOwners.com downloads Boat Info Menu Hunter 26.5 Downloads General Marine Downloads Upload A Document. Downloads for the Hunter 26.5 26.5 Owners Manual (6,026 Kb) uploaded by nheinlein 26.5 Stanchion Drawing (351 Kb) uploaded by nheinlein 26.5 Steering & Bearing Detail (869 Kb) uploaded by nheinlein. Contact About Hunter 26 sailboats for sale by owner. Location: Michigan City Port Authority Marina Washington Park slip 619 Michigan city, Indiana. Asking: $14,000. Sailboat Added 27-Aug-2023 More Details. HUNTER HUNTER 260. Length: 26' Beam: 8.96' Draft: 1.75'. Hunter 26 Sailboat data, rig dimensions and recommended sail areas for Hunter 26 sailboat. Tech info about rigging, halyards, sheets, mainsail covers and more. Sailboat Data directory for over 8,000 sailboat designs and manufacturers. Direct access to halyards lengths, recommended sail areas, mainsail cover styles, standing rigging fittings, and lots ... Hunter 26 boats for sale Find Hunter 26 boats for sale in your area & across the world on YachtWorld. Offering the best selection of Hunter boats to choose from. Hunter 26 vs Hunter 260 Comparison Hunter 26: Hunter 260: Click to Expand any Picture: The following information was collected from a number of unofficial sources. ... A 2002 H260 will cost about $10K more than a 5 year old H26. The older boat may have some wear and tear, but is likely to have more owner installed gear like a compass, GPS, Autopilot, etc. Specifications: H26 ... Hunter Sailboat data directory for sailboats manufacturer or named Hunter. Follow the provided links for additional Sailboat data, parts and rigging specs. ... Hunter 26.5. Hunter 260. Hunter 27. Hunter 27 Edge. Hunter 270. Hunter 27-2. Hunter 27-3. Hunter 27X. Hunter 28. Hunter 28.5. Hunter 280. Hunter 29.5. Hunter 290. Hunter 30. Hunter 30-2. Hunter ... Towing a Hunter 26 weight and trailer Questions Apr 26, 2012. #9. ABK; When looking at the Hunter 26 trailer, you need to check the bunk boards for rot, tires for wear/dry rot, brakes and so forth. First the boat dry wieght is 3000 pounds. with the trailer, motor and gear, you can figure about 4700 to 5000 pounds total pulling. You have brakes on one trailer. Hunter 26.5 Hunter 26.5 is a 26′ 6″ / 8.1 m monohull sailboat designed by Hunter Design Team and built by Hunter Marine between 1985 and 1987. Great choice! Your favorites are temporarily saved for this session. Sign in to save them permanently, access them on any device, and receive relevant alerts. Info on the Hunter 26 Location: Wisconsin. Posts: 20. Info on the Hunter 26. Hello Forumers, I have been searching online for the perfect sailboat (that I will buy in the future, hopefully not the FAR future) for my needs: a large-enough-to-be comfortable, trailerable sailboat (I want to do some sailing in the Great Lakes and maybe a bit on the St. Croix/Mississippi ... Hunter Marine (USA) Warren Luhrs, founder of Hunter Marine began in the boat building business, first with his father and brother at Henry Luhrs Sea Skiffs and then Silverton Sea Skiffs. Both companies were quite successful. Being an avid sailor, Luhrs had the idea of applying production line efficiencies to the sailing industry. In 1973, the first Hunter sailboat was launched. This was the HUNTER 25, designed by ... 1996 Hunter 26 sailboat for sale in Georgia 9'. 6'. Georgia. $10,950. Description: THIS BOAT IS LOCATED IN BUFORD, LAKE LANIER GEORGIA. IF THIS BOAT IS STILL LISTED, IT IS AVAILABLE. 1996 Hunter 26. Water Ballast with Walk Thru Transom, New Bottom Paint 2020, Stern Rail Seats, Solar Panel, 2021 Mainsail Cover and Boarding Ladder. HUNTER HORIZON 26 A Ballast/Displacement ratio of 40 or more translates into a stiffer, more powerful boat that will be better able to stand up to the wind. Bal./Disp = ballast (lbs)/ displacement (lbs)*100 Disp./Len.: The lower a boat's Displacement/Length (LWL) ratio, the less power it takes to drive the boat to its nominal hull speed. less than 100 ... HUNTER 26: Reviews, Specifications, Built, Engine Built by Hunter Marine (USA) and designed by Rob Mazza, the boat was first built in 1994. It has a hull type of Keel/Cbrd. and LOA is 7.85. Its sail area/displacement ratio 16.88. Its auxiliary power tank, manufactured by undefined, runs on undefined. HUNTER 26 has retained its value as a result of superior building, a solid reputation, and a ... HUNTER 260 A boat with a BN of 1.6 or greater is a boat that will be reefed often in offshore cruising. Derek Harvey, "Multihulls for Cruising and Racing", International Marine, Camden, Maine, 1991, states that a BN of 1 is generally accepted as the dividing line between so-called slow and fast multihulls. catamaran gulet motorboat powerboat riverboat sailboat trimaran yacht