HUNTER 27X
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 27.33 ft |
| LWL | 23.56 ft |
| Beam | 9.91 ft |
| Draft | 5.52 ft |
| Displacement | 8,000 lb |
| Ballast | 2,500 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 6.5 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 30 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 9 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 32 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 12 ft |
| FLforestay | 9 ft |
| Mainsail | 342.4 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 135 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 229.5 sq ft |
About the HUNTER 27X
High performance version of the HUNTER 27-3.
The Hunter 27X is a compact coastal cruiser designed by Glenn Henderson and built by Hunter Marine (USA) in 2006. With a production run limited to that single year, this model represents a specific iteration in Hunter's lineup, featuring a fractional sloop rig and a displacement of 8000.0 lb.
- Best for:
- This boat is best suited for coastal cruising and weekend getaways, appealing to couples or small families seeking a manageable, trailerable package with modern amenities. Its relatively light displacement and beam of 9.91 ft make it ideal for harbor hopping rather than extended offshore passages.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a capsize ratio of 1.99 and a comfort ratio of 23.6, the Hunter 27X is designed for protected waters and lacks the heavy displacement and structural reinforcement typically required for serious bluewater cruising.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats from this era include the Beneteau First 26 and the O'Day 262, which share similar fractional sloop rigs and target the same market of entry-level cruisers. These models offer similar footprints and performance characteristics for coastal sailing.
Direct variant of the HUNTER 27X
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
ORC Performance Data(1 certificate)
Measured performance data from ORC (Offshore Racing Congress) certificates.
Polar Diagram
Boat speed (kn) vs. true wind angle. Source: ORC
Racing Ratings
Triple Number
ORC Measured
Sail Areas (ORC)
Speed Table (kn)
| TWA \ TWS | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 20 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52° | 4.6 | 5.4 | 5.9 | 6.0 | 6.1 | 6.1 | 6.2 |
| 60° | 4.9 | 5.7 | 6.0 | 6.2 | 6.3 | 6.3 | 6.4 |
| 75° | 5.2 | 5.9 | 6.2 | 6.4 | 6.6 | 6.7 | 6.8 |
| 90° | 5.4 | 6.0 | 6.3 | 6.5 | 6.7 | 6.9 | 7.2 |
| 110° | 5.3 | 6.0 | 6.4 | 6.8 | 7.1 | 7.2 | 7.5 |
| 120° | 5.1 | 5.9 | 6.3 | 6.6 | 7.0 | 7.4 | 7.7 |
| 135° | 4.5 | 5.5 | 6.0 | 6.4 | 6.7 | 7.1 | 7.8 |
| 150° | 3.8 | 4.8 | 5.6 | 6.1 | 6.4 | 6.8 | 7.5 |
| Beat VMG | 3.0 | 3.6 | 4.0 | 4.2 | 4.3 | 4.3 | 4.2 |
| Run VMG | 3.3 | 4.1 | 4.9 | 5.6 | 6.1 | 6.4 | 7.1 |
Estimated Value
Low ConfidenceAsking price by model year
5 listings · boat years 1990–2011 · median $12,500
Each dot is one listing · hover for details · dashed red line marks the median · obvious data-entry outliers (top & bottom 2.5%) excluded.
Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 27.33ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Articles & Reviews
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
2 reported issues across 2 systems for the HUNTER 27X, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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