HUNTER 170
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 16.83 ft |
| LWL | 12.08 ft |
| Beam | 7 ft |
| Draft | 4.92 ft/ 0.5 ft min |
| Displacement | 480 lb |
| Material | 17’5.18 m |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 4.7 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 18.95 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 5.54 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 19.42 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 8.37 ft |
| FLforestay | 5.5 ft |
| Mainsail | 140.3 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 52.5 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 89.2 sq ft |
Accommodation
| CE category | N/A€ |
About the HUNTER 170
The Hunter 170 is a compact, trailerable fractional sloop designed by the Hunter Design Team and built by Hunter Marine (USA) from 1998–2010. With a displacement of 480.0 lb and a LOA of 16.83 ft, it serves as an accessible entry-level cruiser, though the exact number of hulls built is unknown.
- Best for:
- This boat is best suited for coastal day-sailing, trailerable cruising, and novice sailors seeking a manageable, low-maintenance package with a shallow max draft of 4.92 ft.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a low comfort ratio of 4.11 and a capsize ratio of 3.58, the Hunter 170 is strictly a coastal boat with no serious offshore or bluewater capability.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include the Catalina 16.5 and O'Day 16, which share similar trailerable dimensions and fractional sloop rigs, though the Hunter 170 distinguishes itself with a higher SA/D ratio of 39.2 for better windward performance.
Performance
Estimated Value
Medium ConfidenceAsking price by model year
21 listings · boat years 1977–2009 · median $4,995
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 16.83ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
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Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
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