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Cruising Boat Spotlight: The Hunter Vision 32
By: Pat Reynolds Sailboat Rigs , Sailboats
One cool thing about sailing is the vast amount of boat designs we have to choose from. From wooden yawls to foiling catamarans, there is, no doubt, a boat out there to suit your fancy. But many tend to stick to the world of production boats, especially in the cruising world – they’re tried and tested, easy to get serviced and buy parts for, and they are generally reliable and well made. They are also normally designed relatively conservatively and broadly to attract a cross-section of buyers. So with that as our foundation we wanted to take a look at a production boat that was built in the late 80s and early 90s that bucked the trends and stepped outside the norm – the Hunter Vision 32 & 36.
The 32 and 36 are essentially the same boats with different lengths so we’ll just call both boats “the Vision.” There is really nothing particularly extraordinary about the Vision compared to most cruising boats of that time except that Hunter took a crack at making a boat with a free-standing mast – literally a giant aluminum pole set far-forward and keel-stepped.
No Spreaders, No Shrouds, No Backstay!
On the Hunter Vision, there is what looks like a street lamp pole holding an enormous mainsail in a quasi cat rigged set up. Not surprisingly, the configuration gets a hearty dose of contradicting reviews. Some believe that the weight and width of the freestanding mast make for poor sailing qualities, particularly upwind. Although most critics will concede that the boat does pretty well on a reach and downwind (due to the huge main’s ability to be set farther out than most boats can achieve) they will cite other qualities that indicate the boat is something of a dog. Many don’t like that there is nothing to hold onto when going forward and others flinch at the manageability (or lack thereof) of such a large main.
Of course later in the thread another sailor (a Hunter Vision owner) debunked most of the criticisms – such is the world of sailing discussions on the internet.
One thing that can’t be disputed is that Visions need no wires or turnbuckles and there is no corrosion or rig tension to worry about. It’s also said that these types of rigs allow spill-off aloft, which works well in heavier weather. Certainly the mast set so far forward creates a roomy saloon, which if you’re familiar with Hunter designs, might well have been the motivation for the attempt.
As it all turned out, the arguments over whether or not this alternative idea was worth doing got cut short, for Hunter discontinued the Vision after only about five years. Sales for the boat were not outstanding but it’s supposedly the cost of the masts that killed the production.
Visions still turn up regularly on the used market and are often priced quite affordably, probably due to the mixed reviews they receive and their somewhat misunderstood, non-traditional identity.
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1989 Hunter 32 Vision Technical Specs
General data about hunter 32 vision.
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Dimensions And Wieght
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Detailed Specifications
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Drinking Water Tank | |
Berth (Mono/Single) |
Features And Equipments
Sailing features.
Staysail |
Rigged for single handed |
Main sail |
Covers - sail |
Safety Features
grab rails |
Other Equipments
bottom paint antifouling |
Winches - manual |
Vhf antenna |
Standing rigging |
Sloop rig |
Shore power cord |
Running rigging |
Rigging hardware |
Navigation lights |
Mast |
Lifelines |
Boom |
Interior Specifications
V berth |
Stove / oven |
Stateroom - aft |
Sink - galley |
Shower |
Salon |
Ice box |
Heat |
Head |
Freezer |
Dinette |
Cabinets |
Cabin lighting |
Engine And Mechanical Specs
Water tanks |
Throttle/shift: mech |
Rudder |
Holding tanks |
Bilge pump |
27.0 hp |
Electronical And Electrical Info
Water heater |
Vhf radio |
Tachometer |
Stereo |
Shore power |
Compass steering |
Battery switch |
Autopilot system |
Deck Hardware
Transom - walk through |
Swim ladder |
Steering wheel (helm) |
Self bailing cockpit |
Sea cocks |
Rub rails |
Isinglass |
Compartment storage |
Cleats - fixed |
City water hookup |
Bow rail |
Bimini |
Anchor locker |
Anchor |
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Hunter 32 vision
The hunter 32 vision is a 32.0ft fractional sloop (free standing) built in fiberglass by hunter marine (usa) between 1988 and 1994..
The Hunter 32 vision is a moderate weight sailboat which is slightly under powered. It is stable / stiff and has a low righting capability if capsized. It is best suited as a coastal cruiser. The fuel capacity is originally small. There is a short water supply range.
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Main features
Model | Hunter 32 vision | ||
Length | 32 ft | ||
Beam | 11.33 ft | ||
Draft | 4.25 ft | ||
Country | United states (North America) | ||
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Sail area / displ. | 15.40 | ||
Ballast / displ. | 39.47 % | ||
Displ. / length | 258.56 | ||
Comfort ratio | 24.38 | ||
Capsize | 2.02 |
Hull type | Monohull wing keel | ||
Construction | Fiberglass | ||
Waterline length | 27 ft | ||
Maximum draft | 4.25 ft | ||
Displacement | 11400 lbs | ||
Ballast | 4500 lbs | ||
Hull speed | 6.96 knots |
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Rigging | Fractional Sloop (Free standing) | ||
Sail area (100%) | 486 sq.ft | ||
Air draft | 53 ft | ||
Sail area fore | 136.13 sq.ft | ||
Sail area main | 350 sq.ft | ||
I | 33 ft | ||
J | 8.25 ft | ||
P | 43.75 ft | ||
E | 16 ft |
Nb engines | 1 | ||
Total power | 27 HP | ||
Fuel capacity | 22 gals |
Accommodations
Water capacity | 45 gals | ||
Headroom | 0 ft | ||
Nb of cabins | 0 | ||
Nb of berths | 0 | ||
Nb heads | 0 |
Builder data
Builder | Hunter Marine (USA) | ||
Designer | ?? | ||
First built | 1988 | ||
Last built | 1994 | ||
Number built | 0 | ?? |
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Hunter Marine Vision 32 Owner's Manual
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Table of Contents
- Specifications
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- Standard Features
- Hunter Vision 32
- Rigging Specifications
- Standing Rigging
- Running Rigging
- Hardware Layout
- For Safe Boating
- Before Getting Underway
- While Underway
- If Trouble Occurs
- General Handling & Operation
- Vision Series
- Electrical System
- Water System
- Marinco Shore Power Cable Set
- Instruction Sheet
- Maintenance
- Vision 32 Light Bulb Specification
- Pumps, Strainers, Filters
- Instructions for Preparation for Bottom Painting
- Bottom Painting
- Engine, Transmission and Drivetrain
- Engine Alignment
- Plumbing Systems
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- General Care
- Cleaning Fiberflass Surfaces
- Fabric Care
- Winch Maintenance
- General Hardware Maintenance
- Electrolysis and Galvanic Protection
- Alignment Procedure
- Pedestal Steering Maintenance
- Steering Wire Tension
- Cleaning Stainless Steel
- Cleaning Pedestal and Accessories
- Pedestal Steering Assembly
- Disassembly
- Engine Connections
- Engine Controls Installation
- Care and Cleaning
- Outboard Engine
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- Operating Procedures
- Initial Setting of Controls
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- Water System Operation
- Specialty Faucet
- Manual Marine Toilet
- Application
- Positioning and Mounting
- Dimensional Drawing Inches
- Exploded View
- Repair Kits Available
- Toilet below the Waterline
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'Windancer V' , a Hunter Vision 32 Sailboat for Sale
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The Hunter Vision 32 is a fractionally rigger sloop with a free-standing mast - perfect for the singlehanded sailor or the cruising couple ready for adventures!
All halyards, sheets and reefs are controlled from the cockpit and can be handled solo. Boasting more salon room than many larger boats, the Hunter Vision 32 provides ample living and storage space.
'Windancer V' is easy to maneuver, amply outfitted and ready to travel. Solar panels boast an even smaller footprint and affordability!
With a solid fiberglass hull and a winged keel with a draft of 4’3”, 'Windancer V' is the perfect sailboat for coastal cruising.
She's currently located in Palmetto, Florida, USA.
Installed Equipment:
- Yanmar 3GM30F (842 hours);
- Origo alcohol stove top and oven;
- Nature’s Head composting head with spare substrate;
- B&G chartplotter/transducer (at helm);
- Garmin chartplotter (at chart table);
- B&G VHF with AIS receiver;
- Raytheon wind and depth instruments;
- 33# Rocna primary anchor with 125’ of 5/16” chain;
- 22# lunch hook with 100’ of rode;
- 11# Fortress stern anchor;
- Honda 2200 portable generator;
- Lifesling;
- Promariner Pro Sport 2-bank charger;
- L.E.D lights throughout; many spare parts (alternator, galvanic isolator, belts, hoses, transom shower, sailing shackles, blocks, lines, etc).
Recent Upgrades & Improvements:
- 500w solar array 2018;
- Kidd 30a MPPT solar controller 2018;
- New sails 2019 (installed 2020);
- Bimini 2019;
- Stack pack 2019 (install 2020);
- Dometic 16k BTU HVAC 2020;
- Custom rotating davits 2020;
- 1000 MCA starter battery 2020;
- Bottom job July 2021;
- Cutlass bearing 2021;
- PSST shaft seal 2021;
- Shaft and coupler 2021;
- 4 6v 225ah house batteries 2021;
- Thru-hulls;
- Magma Cabo grill 2021;
- Aft cabin mattress & topper 2021;
- Quadrant 2022;
- Freshwater pump 2022;
- Hot water heater 2022;
- Hull/deck wax & polish 2022;
- V-berth locker hatches 2022;
- Binnacle 2022;
- Compass (lighted) 2022.
What's not included:
- Dinghy and outboard motor;
- Owner’s personal effects and tools.
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1991 Hunter 32 Vision SL
1991 hunter 32 vision sl specs.
- Boat Type : Monohull Sailboats
- Quantity: 1
- Horse Power: 27
- Type: Diesel
- Hull Material : Fiberglass
- Beam : 11'4"
- Length : 32'
- Net Weight : 11400 lbs
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Wing Keel | Frac. Sloop (Free standing) | ||||
32.00′ / 9.75m | 27.00′ / 8.23m | ||||
11.33′ / 3.45m | 486 ft / 45.15 m | ||||
4.25′ / 1.30m | |||||
11400 lbs./ 5171 kgs. | 4500 lbs. / 2041 kgs. | ||||
15.40 | 39.47% | 258.56 | |||
Hunter Marine (USA) | |||||
FG | |||||
1988 | 1994 | ||||
Yanmar | 3GM | ||||
Diesel | 27 | ||||
45 gals. / 170 ltrs. | 22 gals. / 83 ltrs. | ||||
33.00′ / 10.06m | 8.25′ / 2.51m | ||||
43.75′ / 13.34m | 16.00′ / 4.88m | ||||
136.13 ft / 12.65 m | 350.00 ft / 32.52 m | ||||
486.13 ft / 45.16 m | 258.56 | ||||
15.41 | 34.02′ / 10.37m | ||||
53.00′ / 16.15m |
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Usage | Length | Diameter | ||
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Jib sheet | 9.9 m | (32.5 feet) | 12 mm | (1/2 inch) |
Genoa sheet | 9.9 m | (32.5 feet) | 12 mm | (1/2 inch) |
Mainsheet | 24.8 m | (81.2 feet) | 12 mm | (1/2 inch) |
Spinnaker sheet | 21.8 m | (71.5 feet) | 12 mm | (1/2 inch) |
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1991 Hunter Vision 32
- Description
Seller's Description
Introducing the 1991 Hunter Vision 32, a vessel designed with simplicity and comfort in mind, perfect for those stepping into the world of cruising. Crafted with attention to detail, this innovative design offers both comfort and ease of use.
Conventional standards with the Hunter Vision 32. Its short-ended, high freeboard, and large house present a striking silhouette, accentuated by pleasing house contours. The modern sugar scoop and freestanding mast add contemporary flair, while the sailplan, featuring a fully battened main and small, non-overlapping jib, ensures minimal complexity in sail handling. This is truly a lazy sailor’s dream.
A moderate-displacement hull with a D/L ratio of 259, the Vision 32 strikes a balance between interior volume and performance. The hull’s arc-like shape and firm bilges enhance stability, while the broad stern with a spacious swim step carved into the transom adds safety and style. The fin-bulb-wing keel configuration provides a draft of 4 feet, 3 inches, optimizing both interior space and sailing ease.
Step below decks to discover a spacious interior designed for relaxation and enjoyment. The layout features a transverse double berth and a well-appointed galley counter with an icebox. With ample headroom and clever storage solutions, every inch of space is maximized for your comfort and convenience.
Experience the perfect blend of style, simplicity, and performance with the 1991 Hunter Vision 32. Whether you’re a seasoned sailor or setting out on your first cruising adventure, this vessel promises an unforgettable experience on the water.
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)
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1989 Hunter Vision 32
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I am not new to sailboats but I am however new to my Hunter. I can't seem to find hardly any video or general information on the 89 Vision 32 at all. I have service manual and schematics, etc. But as far as any real reviews or general video info, fans, comments on this vessel? Noddaa. It's as if no one bought boats that year. Any information would be helpful or links, videos you may have. Another 1989 Hunter Vision 32 owner would be fantastic even. Cheers!
I had a 1990 for nine years. PM me with any specifics. However, here is a resource under "the boats" tab: https://hunter.sailboatowners.com/resources/index.php?task=model&mid=27
The biggest thing is learning to handle the huge mainsail. Once you do you'll find it to be really easy and yet loads of control and power. The worst thing I found right off was how easy it could be to have the boom come flying across if the wind changed or you lose point. An essential purchase to stop huge swings of the boom is a boom brake. Here's the most efficient and cost effective one I found. http://www.landfallnavigation.com/wichardgybeasy.html Feel free to contact me with questions. I've been sailing for years, but the Vision is different...in very good ways.
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Just Launched – Hunter Vision 32
First published in SAIL Magazine, 1988
by Tom Dove
With the Vision 32, Hunter Marine has identified several major technological trends in the sailing marketplace and made them affordable in a production boat. Unstayed masts, wing keels, full-battened mainsails with lazyjacks, walkthrough transoms and large cabins for entertaining have appeared on various boats in the past few years. The Vision 32 puts all these features together in a package that should appeal to new sailors and others who want an easily-handled bay cruising vessel that will serve as a pleasant entertainment center dockside or in a raftup with friends.
The boat has “an interior design with the comforts of a summer cottage”, according to Hunter, and that’s a good description. The big U-shaped settee will seat eight people comfortably around a dropleaf table while the sloped winídshield and recessed lighting give an open, attractive appearance to the wide main cabin. That wraparound windshield gives the exterior a distinctive appearance, resembling a streamlined pilothouse.
The galley has a two-burner Origo alcohol stove with oven and a double sink. The icebox is built into a clever central freestanding island in the center of the cabin which gives additional counter surface, easy access to the cooler and a place to brace yourself while preparing food under way. Wide boats need just this sort of thing for safety and convenience.
A small navigation table and electrical panel are on the starboard side opposite the galley. A stereo with four speakers is standard.
Sleeping accomodations are in a private aft cabin with a transverse double berth and in a V-berth forward of the settee, reached by climbing over the seat back and through cutout openings closed off by curtains. Kids will love this little spot, but adults would have to be agile to use it. This layout will work well with a young family as it separates the grownups from one or two children by the maximum possible distance.
In our test, the Vision 32 moved efficiently with its Yanmar diesel and two-blade fixed prop. Under sail in light air in Baltimore’s Inner Harbor, it reached and ran well but made substantial leeway sailing to windward. As we sailed beyond Fort McHenry and the breeze increased to about 15 knots, the wing keel seemed to “grab on” to the water and the boat went to weather much better and moved through waves with little fuss.
Weather helm built up rapidly with increasing heel, and a reef will be in order when whitecaps appear. The unstayed aluminum Isomat rig uses the popular continuous single line reefing system with two reef points, and all lines lead aft under cover to the cockpit. The boat can be sailed with or without its fractional 100% jib.
The Vision 32 is aimed at fulfilling realistic dreams: Mom, Dad and a child or two out on semi-protected waters for weekends or a week. It isn’t built like an ocean crosser and doesn’t carry an ocean crosser’s price. At $59,900 for a true sailaway vessel, equipped with required Coast Guard gear and much more, it should have wide appeal.
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HUNTER 32 VISION. Save to Favorites . Beta Marine. BOTH. US IMPERIAL. METRIC. Sailboat Specifications Definitions Hull Type: Wing Keel: Rigging Type: Frac. Sloop (Free standing) LOA: 32.00 ft / 9.75 m: ... more powerful boat that will be better able to stand up to the wind. Bal./Disp = ballast (lbs)/ displacement (lbs)*100 ...
So with that as our foundation we wanted to take a look at a production boat that was built in the late 80s and early 90s that bucked the trends and stepped outside the norm - the Hunter Vision 32 & 36. The 32 and 36 are essentially the same boats with different lengths so we'll just call both boats "the Vision.".
SA/D ratio is 17.9. With a D/L ratio of 259, the Vision 32 is a moderate-displacement design. The midsection shows moderate BWL and an arc-like shape with moderately firm bilges. The stern is very broad with a big swim step carved into the transom. The keel is a fin-bulb-wing combination that gives 4-foot, 3-inch draft.
Hunter 32 Vision. The Hunter 32 Vision is a small recreational keelboat, built predominantly of fiberglass. It has a free-standing fractional sloop rig, an internally-mounted spade-type rudder and a fixed fin keel. It displaces 11,400 lb (5,171 kg) and carries 4,500 lb (2,041 kg) of ballast. [1] [2] [3]
Data And technical specifications of Hunter 32 Vision equipments, fuel economy, dimensions, weight, engine power and prices . Sea Ray; Beneteau; ... 1989 Hunter 32 Vision Technical Specs. General Data about Hunter 32 Vision. Brand: Hunter: Model: 32 Vision: Boat Type: Sail: Category: Sloop: Year Of Production: 1989: Condition (New/Used) Pre ...
The Hunter 32 vision is a 32.0ft fractional sloop (free standing) built in fiberglass by Hunter Marine (USA) between 1988 and 1994. The Hunter 32 vision is a moderate weight sailboat which is slightly under powered. It is stable / stiff and has a low righting capability if capsized. It is best suited as a coastal cruiser.
Hunter 32 Vision is a 31′ 11″ / 9.8 m monohull sailboat built by Hunter Marine between 1988 and 1994. Great choice! ... 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 ...
The Hunter 32 Vision is equipped with a fin keel. The fin keel is the most common keel and provides splendid manoeuvrability. The downside is that it has less directional stability than a long keel. The boat can enter even shallow marinas as the draft is just about 1.30 - 1.40 meter (4.27 - 4.57 ft) dependent on the load. See immersion rate below.
1 of 2. If you are a boat enthusiast looking to get more information on specs, built, make, etc. of different boats, then here is a complete review of HUNTER 32 VISION. Built by Hunter Marine (USA) and designed by undefined, the boat was first built in 1988. It has a hull type of Wing Keel and LOA is 9.75. Its sail area/displacement ratio 15.40.
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The 1992 Hunter Marine Vision 32 sailboat has a fiberglass hull and has an overall length of 32 feet (sometimes referred to as LOA). The width (or beam) of this craft is 114 inches. ... Even if this information is the same as the original factory specs, boats are sometimes modified. Thus, for safety and other reasons, it is a good idea to ...
View and Download Hunter Marine Vision 32 owner's manual online. Vision 32 boat pdf manual download. ... Boat; Vision 32; Owner's manual; ... Specifications. Rigging. Electrical. Cabin. Design Forum. Underbody/Deck Layout. Interior. Standard Features.
The Vision 32 is an amazingly EASY boat to sail short handed and fast. That is the value to the huge main and rather small jib. That is one of the prime reasons the current owner & previous owners chose the Vision 32 to start with. And when it comes to comfort, the Vision 32 is stable and virtually without equal in space and layout until you ...
THIS VISION 32 IS THE BEST ONE on the market due to its above the curve condition and gear and age. She is a boat that you and your wife would enjoy entertaining on with your family. FLASH ! ! Motivated to sell, the owners have lowered the price on this Vision 32 fro 44,500 to 39,800.00 and now to ONLY 37,800.00 This is a huge amount of a great ...
This 1990 Hunter Vision 32 features a free standing mast and no rigging. The interior features a large U-shaped main salon with wrap around windshield for a panoramic view and well lighted open feel. ... Equipment: Boat Specifications: 5 gallon hot water tank, 45 gallon fresh water tank, 22 gallon fuel tank, displacement 11,400 lbs., ballast ...
The Hunter Vision 32 is a fractionally rigger sloop with a free-standing mast - perfect for the singlehanded sailor or the cruising couple ready for adventures! All halyards, sheets and reefs are controlled from the cockpit and can be handled solo.
This Hunter Marine Vision 32 sailboat has a fiberglass hull and an LOA of 32 feet (length over all). The boat has a 114 inch beam. This sailboat is set up to sail as a Sloop. ... Even if this information is the same as the original factory specs, boats are sometimes modified. Thus, for safety and other reasons, it is a good idea to verify ...
Get the latest 1991 Hunter 32 Vision SL boat specs, boat tests and reviews featuring specifications, available features, engine information, fuel consumption, price, msrp and information resources. ... 1991 Hunter 32 Vision SL Specs. Boat Type: Monohull Sailboats; Engine Specifications. Quantity: 1; Horse Power: 27; Type: Diesel; Hull Material ...
Hunter Vision 32 Brochure; Hunter Vision 32 Reviews; Hunter Vision 32 Rigging Specs; Owner's Manual available upon request Perry Design Review: Vision 32 Hunter's innovative design for the first-time cruiser by Bob Perry Sailing The Hunter Vision 32 may be aimed at the person buying their first cruising boat. Perhaps this sailor has been ...
Specifications and Review of Vision 32 based on the boat's specifications and artificial intelligense. YachtDatabase.com ... Looking for a new boat? Find a Vision 32 or similar boat for sale. Engine. The boat is typically equipped with an engine. Sailing characteristics.
A moderate-displacement hull with a D/L ratio of 259, the Vision 32 strikes a balance between interior volume and performance. The hull's arc-like shape and firm bilges enhance stability, while the broad stern with a spacious swim step carved into the transom adds safety and style. The fin-bulb-wing keel configuration provides a draft of 4 ...
1. Hunter Vision 32 Erie. Apr 24, 2017. #3. The biggest thing is learning to handle the huge mainsail. Once you do you'll find it to be really easy and yet loads of control and power. The worst thing I found right off was how easy it could be to have the boom come flying across if the wind changed or you lose point.
The boat can be sailed with or without its fractional 100% jib. The Vision 32 is aimed at fulfilling realistic dreams: Mom, Dad and a child or two out on semi-protected waters for weekends or a week. It isn't built like an ocean crosser and doesn't carry an ocean crosser's price. At $59,900 for a true sailaway vessel, equipped with ...