hunter 280 sailboat

The Hunter 280 is an American sailboat that was designed by the Hunter Design Team in conjunction with Rob Mazza, as a cruising boat and was built between 1995 and 1999.

The Hunter 280 is a small recreational keelboat, built predominantly of fiberglass. It has a fractional sloop B&R rig with a full-batten mainsail and 110% genoa, a raked stem, a walk-through reverse transom with a swimming platform, an internally-mounted spade-type rudder controlled by a wheel or an optional tiller and a fixed fin keel or option shoal-draft wing keel. It displaces 6,500 lb (2,948 kg) and carries 2,100 lb (953 kg) of ballast. The boat has a draft of 5.00 ft (1.52 m) with the standard keel and 3.50 ft (1.07 m) with the optional shoal draft wing keel.[1]

The boat is fitted with a Japanese Yanmar diesel engine of 18 hp (13 kW), with a 9 hp (7 kW) optional. The fuel tank holds 20 U.S. gallons (76 L; 17 imp gal) and the fresh water tank has a capacity of 40 U.S. gallons (150 L; 33 imp gal).

Standard factory equipment supplied included self-tailing winches, double lifelines, a teak and holly cabin sole, a dinette table that converts to a berth, four opening ports, an enclosed head with a 20 U.S. gallons (76 L; 17 imp gal) holding tank, shower, icebox, kitchen dishes, anchor, fog horn and life jackets. The boat has sleeping accommodation for six people. Optional equipment included a spinnaker and an LPG stove.

The design has a PHRF racing average handicap of 186 with a high of 192 and low of 180. It has a hull speed of 6.51 kn (12.06 km/h).[6]

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LOA: 27.75 ft LWL: 23.58 ft Beam: 9.63 ft Draft: 5.00 ft Displacement: 6500.00 lbs Ballast: 2100.00 lbs Hull type: Fin w/bulb & spade rudder Hull construction: FG Rigging type: B&R

Hunter 280 for sale in the last 12 months

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Date Year
Country, State
Price Details
2024-07-231998
USD 22000
2024-07-031996
USD 27499
2024-03-191996
USD 18500
2024-01-171995
USD 37500
2023-11-141996
USD 22000
2023-11-111996
USD 10000
2023-10-281995
USD 33689
2023-10-271995
USD 33747
2023-10-261995
USD 30533
2023-09-261996
USD 22000
2023-09-121999
USD 25900

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Basic specs..

The hull is made of fibreglass. Generally, a hull made of fibreglass requires only a minimum of maintenance during the sailing season. And outside the sailing season, just bottom cleaning and perhaps anti-fouling painting once a year - a few hours of work, that's all.

The interior is like most other boats made of teak. Teak has the advantage of being naturally very oily and therefore water-repellent, which is suitable on boats. The boat is equipped with 3 cabins, 6 berths, a galley, 150.0 liter fresh water capacity, toilet facility and 75.0 liter waste water capacity.

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The boat can enter most marinas as the draft is just about 1.53 - 1.63 meter (5.02 - 5.32 ft) dependent on the load. See immersion rate below.

Hunter 280 is typically equipped with an inboard Yanmar diesel engine at 9 hp (6 kW). Calculated max speed is about 4.2 knots

The fuel tank has a capacity of 75.0 liters (19 US gallons, 16 imperial gallons).

Sailing characteristics

This section covers widely used rules of thumb to describe the sailing characteristics. Please note that even though the calculations are correct, the interpretation of the results might not be valid for extreme boats.

What is Capsize Screening Formula (CSF)?

The capsize screening value for Hunter 280 is 2.07, indicating that this boat would not be accepted to participate in ocean races.

What is Theoretical Maximum Hull Speed?

The theoretical maximal speed of a displacement boat of this length is 6.5 knots. The term "Theoretical Maximum Hull Speed" is widely used even though a boat can sail faster. The term shall be interpreted as above the theoretical speed a great additional power is necessary for a small gain in speed.

The immersion rate is defined as the weight required to sink the boat a certain level. The immersion rate for Hunter 280 is about 141 kg/cm, alternatively 793 lbs/inch. Meaning: if you load 141 kg cargo on the boat then it will sink 1 cm. Alternatively, if you load 793 lbs cargo on the boat it will sink 1 inch.

Sailing statistics

This section is statistical comparison with similar boats of the same category. The basis of the following statistical computations is our unique database with more than 26,000 different boat types and 350,000 data points.

What is Motion Comfort Ratio (MCR)?

What is L/B (Length Beam Ratio)?

What is Displacement Length Ratio?

What is SA/D (Sail Area Displacement ratio)?

Maintenance

When buying anti-fouling bottom paint, it's nice to know how much to buy. The surface of the wet bottom is about 24m 2 (258 ft 2 ). Based on this, your favourite maritime shop can tell you the quantity you need.

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If you need to renew parts of your running rig and is not quite sure of the dimensions, you may find the estimates computed below useful.

UsageLengthDiameter
Mainsail halyard 25.4 m(83.4 feet)8 mm(5/16 inch)
Jib/genoa halyard25.4 m(83.4 feet)8 mm(5/16 inch)
Spinnaker halyard25.4 m(83.4 feet)8 mm(5/16 inch)
Jib sheet 8.5 m(27.8 feet)10 mm(3/8 inch)
Genoa sheet8.5 m(27.8 feet)10 mm(3/8 inch)
Mainsheet 21.2 m(69.4 feet)10 mm(3/8 inch)
Spinnaker sheet18.6 m(61.1 feet)10 mm(3/8 inch)
Cunningham3.7 m(12.0 feet)8 mm(5/16 inch)
Kickingstrap7.3 m(24.0 feet)8 mm(5/16 inch)
Clew-outhaul7.3 m(24.0 feet)8 mm(5/16 inch)

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The Hunter 280 is a 27.75ft b&r designed by Hunter Design Team/R. Mazza and built in fiberglass by Hunter Marine (USA) between 1995 and 1999.

The Hunter 280 is a moderate weight sailboat which is a good performer. It is reasonably stable / stiff and has a low righting capability if capsized. It is best suited as a day-boat. The fuel capacity is originally small. There is a short water supply range.

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Main features

Model Hunter 280
Length 27.75 ft
Beam 9.63 ft
Draft 5 ft
Country United states (North America)
Estimated price $ 0 ??

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Sail area / displ. 19.72
Ballast / displ. 32.31 %
Displ. / length 221.33
Comfort ratio 19.81
Capsize 2.07
Hull type Monohull fin keel with bulb and spade rudder
Construction Fiberglass
Waterline length 23.58 ft
Maximum draft 5 ft
Displacement 6500 lbs
Ballast 2100 lbs
Hull speed 6.51 knots

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Rigging B&R
Sail area (100%) 428 sq.ft
Air draft 0 ft ??
Sail area fore 148.37 sq.ft
Sail area main 190.02 sq.ft
I 31.50 ft
J 9.42 ft
P 31.67 ft
E 12 ft
Nb engines 1
Total power 18 HP
Fuel capacity 20 gals

Accommodations

Water capacity 40 gals
Headroom 0 ft
Nb of cabins 0
Nb of berths 0
Nb heads 0

Builder data

Builder Hunter Marine (USA)
Designer Hunter Design Team/R. Mazza
First built 1995
Last built 1999
Number built 0 ??

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Hunter 280-Recommended?

  • Thread starter Randy
  • Start date Sep 22, 2003
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I would appreciate good and bad things about the 280. I'm looking at a 1997, for what that's worth. Any idea how it compares with a similar size Catalina? If you would give me a phone, I'd call you. You can call me if you want. Thanks. Randy (720-482-9956)  

Not my first choice For some reason Hunter downsized the 280 compared to the 28.5 and 28. The beam is a foot narrower and the displacement is about 1000 lbs less. Then they went up in size with the 290. I would go with a 28 or 28.5 instead of the 280. The 28 has a sugarscoop transom but the 28.5 has a masthead rig. Catalina 28 is a nice boat but is considerably more expensive. Check the boat info on this site for Hunters and Catalinas. TRy and get on board all the models if you can before making your decision.  

I have a Hunter and I like the 280. It is not as big inside but it's cute. The Catalina is a different boat. Different meaning bigger, nicer kitchen and mast head rig. All and all the Hunter 280 is a good boat but make sure it is big enough for you.  

I like my 280 I looked at 19 other boats before I made the offer on my 280. My previous boat was a Hunter 380 so it was very difficult to find happiness with a smaller boat. Simply put; I found happiness with the Hunter 280. It is very easy to sail. It backs into the slip easily. The cockpit is large for a 28 footer. I don't feel claustrophobic inside the boat. It is light, bright, and airy. The bed in the aft berth is almost the same size as the 380 and it is a lot larger than the Hunter 28 or 28.5. The swim platform is larger than the 28, which makes getting in and out of the dinghy a lot easier. I believe the 280 is a lot of boat for the money. Yes, I would trade it for a new H326 in a heartbeat, but I don't expect to be swamped by all of the offers.  

I bought the 280 I bought a 1998 Hunter 280 this year after comparing it to a 1997 Catalina 28. I liked both boats but went with the 280. It's a great boat to sail and has a lot of room in the cockpit and cabin for 28'. The Catalina was significantly more expensive and I didn't feel that it justified the extra expense.  

H280 is a FANTASTIC boat! The H280 is one fantastic boat. I had a 1996 with full keel, mid-boom sheeting, and full bimini. Every marina I visited people asked about it. She sailed through everything. Around Long Island through sun and storms. All the way up the Hudson, hours of motoring, this boat never failed to please. I am a big fan of staying on the hook. The Hunter Cruisepac included almost everything I needed. Inside is bright, airy, and spacious. The rear berth slept 3 on party weekends with the boys and for the weekend away with my girlfriend it was a fantastic place to sleep. The window on the rear bulkhead gave a nice touch of light and cross ventilation during sleep (I wish my 326 was as airy below) We would drop the table and have a big cosy berth, watch DVD's, and then pop up the table for great breakfast from the small but very functional galley. Hot and cold water, a great cooler, and I didnt even mind the alchohol stove which made great crepes no matter what the sea conditions outside. I had the full roach main and as long as u rig the sails to reef easily this boat performs in light and heavy air. Get it. Its a fantastic boat. For reference. I had my boat in NYC a block from the trade center on 9/11. My 280 took me off Manhattan! The boat barely had a scratch in the gelcoat. I bought a 2003 H326 (gotta live right?) and while the extra room and roller furling main is nice, down below it just does not have the same open light feeling. I think more skylight hatches of large size wud be helpful (are you listening Hunter) but my point is the light colors and openess of the 280 feels very large inside. The same goes for the large rounded cockpit. -Ed S/V Michaya, NYC  

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hunter 280 sailboat

1998 Hunter 280

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Seller's Description

Well-equipped, cared for and clean Hunter 280 only sailed on freshwater. The interior is very spacious and there is a large swim platform – nice features on a boat this size. The Hunter 280 is easy to sail single-handedly and has enough space to comfortably sail with family and friends. She is a fractional rig with a large mainsail and no backstay, which nicely opens the cockpit up for sailing and entertaining eight people comfortably. The boat was regularly washed, waxed and polished, and bottom every year. She’s ready now to sail in any conditions.

Equipment: Engine:

Total power: 18HP (factory upgrade)

Brand: Yanmar

Model: 2GM20F

Fresh water: 40 gallon

Fuel: 20 gallon

Holding tank: 20 gallon

Accommodations

6’1” headroom

4 opening ports with screens

Forward deck hatch with screen

Teak cabin sole

Nav. Station

Convertible dinette (refinished in 2020)

Window blinds

Hillerange 2-buner propane stove with butcher block top (refinished in 2023)

Seaward 6-gallon hot water heater

Hot and cold pressure water (replaced water pressure motor in 2020)

Portable Refrigerator/Freezer/Fridge 16 Quart(15 Liter), Mini Car Truck RV Boat Fridge Electric Cooler

Electornics

Raytheon Autohelm ST4000

Saturn Acquameter Compass (needs replacing)

Autohelm ST50 Plus Depth Sounder

Autohelm Sealtalk ST50 Plus GPS

AM/FM Bluetooth radio (installed in 2021) with 2 cockpit and 2 cabin speakers

Digital water temperature sensor

2 12v batteries (new 2023)

Battery switch

Shower power

110v batter charger (new in 2019)

AC/DC panel

Multiple AC outlines in cabin

Deck & Hull Equipment

Danforth 13 lbs. anchor with chain and nylon rode

Anochor locker

Anchor roller

Double lifelines

3 lifeline gates (port, starboard, aft)

Stainless steel swim ladder

White deck with grey non-skid

Running lights

Cockpit cushons

Bimini storage cover

Cover for wheel

4 stainless steel hand rails

4 lifejackets

5 dock lines

2 fire extinguishers

Swim transom with 2 seats

Stainless steel rail with 2 seats & drink holders

Tinted windows

Sails & Rigging

Solid boom vang

Furlex Type A roller furling

Spinnaker gear including chute scoop

Mainsheet traveler

Self tailing winches, 2-Lewmar #16 with winch handle

Winch covers

Headsail halyard

1 UK sailmaker Mainsail with Dutchman Sail Flakin System, battens, sailcover

1 UK Sailmaker Jin (roller furling with UV protective canvas)

1 SailsEast Cruising Chute with Chutescoop and lines, multicolored

Mechanical Equipment & engine Details

Engine alarm

Raw water colling system

Manual bilge pump

Automatic electric bilge pump

Wheel steering on console with 4 drink holders and cooler underneath

Fixed propeller

Stuffing box replaced in 2023

Engine and stove fuel shutoff valves

Jabsco Marine Head

Propane tank, up to code Propane Grill Mounted on the stern Pulpit

Rig and Sails

Auxilary power, accomodations, calculations.

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.

Classic hull speed formula:

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)

Wing Keel version: draft = 3.5’.

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