Question 1

What are the specs of the HUNTER 212?

Accepted Answer

The HUNTER 212 has the following specifications: 21ft LOA, 9.17ft beam, 5ft draft, 1,800lb displacement, 140lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Fractional Sloop. Keel: Variable, Full/Long.

Question 2

How much does a HUNTER 212 cost?

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The HUNTER 212 has an average asking price of $4,938, with prices ranging from $3,000 to $7,000 based on 4 listings.

Question 3

Who built the HUNTER 212 and when was it made?

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Built by Hunter Marine (USA), designed by Chuck Burns, first built in 1996, with production ending in 2002.

Question 4

Is the HUNTER 212 good for offshore sailing?

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The HUNTER 212 is classified as a Daysailer. It has a comfort ratio of 7.69, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 3.02, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 5

How fast is the HUNTER 212?

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The HUNTER 212 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 21.89, which indicates high performance and good speed potential. The displacement to length ratio is 137.79, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a HUNTER 212?

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Annual maintenance for a HUNTER 212 is estimated at $600 – $1.5K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 7

How much does it cost to own a HUNTER 212 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the HUNTER 212 (21ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $600 – $1.5K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $50-$100/year (based on $4,938 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 21ft boat: Florida: $3,800-$10,100/year. California: $3,500-$8,800/year. Massachusetts: $2,600-$5,900/year + $800 winter storage. New York: $2,600-$7,400/year + $800 winter storage. Maryland: $2,500-$4,500/year. Texas: $1,500-$4,500/year. Washington: $3,000-$6,600/year. Michigan: $1,500-$3,200/year + $800 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,300-$4,500/year. South Carolina: $3,300-$6,300/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $2K to $14K depending on location and maintenance approach. Source: SailPages.com, based on published marina rate cards and industry data.

Question 8

How much does it cost to dock a HUNTER 212?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the HUNTER 212 (21ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $3,800-$10,100/year. California: $3,500-$8,800/year. Massachusetts: $2,600-$5,900/year + $800 winter storage. New York: $2,600-$7,400/year + $800 winter storage. Maryland: $2,500-$4,500/year. Texas: $1,500-$4,500/year. Washington: $3,000-$6,600/year. Michigan: $1,500-$3,200/year + $800 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,300-$4,500/year. South Carolina: $3,300-$6,300/year. Rates are per foot per month multiplied by boat length. Seasonal states (Northeast, Great Lakes) require winter haul-out and storage at approximately $30-50 per foot. Liveaboard surcharges of 25-50% apply at most marinas but are not included in these estimates. Mooring balls are typically 40-55% less than slip costs. Source: SailPages.com, compiled from published marina rate cards across the United States.

Question 9

What are the common problems with the HUNTER 212?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 13 issues reported for the HUNTER 212 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in structural, keel, hull, rudder, deck, each rated by severity (critical, major, minor). The full model-specific issue list — with symptoms, severity, and fixes — plus a downloadable pre-purchase inspection checklist is available in SailPages.com's report for the HUNTER 212.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a HUNTER 212?

Accepted Answer

When buying a HUNTER 212, SailPages.com has compiled 13 model-specific issues reported by owners across structural, keel, hull, rudder, deck, rigging. Always hire a SAMS or NAMS accredited marine surveyor — SailPages.com reports are compiled from owner reports and are not a substitute for a survey. The downloadable report for the HUNTER 212 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 11

What are the sail dimensions of the HUNTER 212?

Accepted Answer

The HUNTER 212 has the following rig dimensions: I=21ft (foretriangle height), J=7.92ft (foretriangle base), P=23.67ft (mainsail luff), E=10ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 211 sq ft. Jib area: 83.2 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the HUNTER 212 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The HUNTER 212 is classified as a Daysailer by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 21ft LOA, comfort ratio 7.69, capsize ratio 3.02, SA/disp 21.89, average price $4,938. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	21 ft
LWL	18 ft
Beam	9.17 ft
Draft	5 ft/ 0.83 ft min
Displacement	1,800 lb
Ballast	140 lb
Material	21’6.4 m
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	5.7 kn

Iforetriangle height	21 ft
Jforetriangle base	7.92 ft
Pmainsail luff	23.67 ft
Emainsail foot	10 ft
FLforestay	7.9 ft
Mainsail	211 sq ft
Jib (100%)	83.2 sq ft
Spinnaker	141.4 sq ft

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