HINTERHOELLER 25
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 25.08 ft |
| LWL | 19.83 ft |
| Beam | 8 ft |
| Draft | 3.5 ft |
| Displacement | 3,600 lb |
| Ballast | 1,300 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 6.0 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 26 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 10 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 24 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 9.5 ft |
| FLforestay | 10 ft |
| Mainsail | 253.1 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 130 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 221 sq ft |
About the HINTERHOELLER 25
George Hinterhoeller designed HINTERHOELLER 25 as a slightly larger version of the SHARK 24. It was built by Hinterhoeller Yachts Ltd. for a few years and later by C&C Yachts. Another version was called the HR-25.
Designed by George Hinterhoeller and built by Hinterhoeller Yachts Ltd. (CAN) in 1969, the Hinterhoeller 25 is a compact, lightweight cruiser with a displacement of 3600.0 lb. With a hull count of ?, this model represents a specific era of Canadian boatbuilding characterized by its fractional sloop rig and fin keel.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal cruisers and weekend sailors who prioritize ease of handling and trailerability over heavy offshore protection, given its light displacement and 3.5 ft max draft.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a capsize ratio of 2.09 and a comfort ratio of 16.28, the boat is designed for coastal and protected waters rather than extended bluewater passages.
- Comparables:
- Comparable to other 1960s-70s trailerable cruisers like the O'Day 23 or Pearson 23, it shares similar dimensions and a focus on manageable size for single-handed or couple sailing.
Direct variant of the HINTERHOELLER 25
Near-identical models — same hull, builder and designer, re-badged or lightly changed. Specs and owner-reported issues are typically shared across the group, so a sister model's page may carry detail this one doesn't.
Performance
Estimated Value
Low ConfidenceAsking price by model year
10 listings · boat years 1964–1989 · median $29,000
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 25.08ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
3 reported issues across 3 systems for the HINTERHOELLER 25, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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