HUNTER 37
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 37 ft |
| LWL | 30 ft |
| Beam | 11.85 ft |
| Draft | 5.08 ft |
| Shoal Draft | 4 ft(1.2 m) |
| Displacement | 17,800 lb |
| Ballast | 6,849.4 lb |
| Material | 37’ 6”11.43 m |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 7.3 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 46.16 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 17 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 39.5 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 13 ft |
| FLforestay | 17 ft |
| Mainsail | 669.7 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 392.4 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 667 sq ft |
Accommodation
| Cabins | 2 |
| Berths | 4 |
| Heads | 6 |
| Water | 80 L |
| Fuel | 49.9 L |
| CE category | N/A€ |
Engine
| Yanmar | 3QM3033 hpSee all 35 parts → |
About the HUNTER 37
The Hunter 37 is a cutter-rigged cruising sailboat designed by John Cherubini and built by Hunter Marine (USA) in 1978. With a displacement of 17800.0 lb and a beam of 11.85 ft, it represents a substantial vessel from the late 1970s era, though the exact total hulls built is unspecified in available records.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal cruisers and those seeking a spacious, stable platform for extended weekend trips, given its high comfort ratio of 31.84 and cutter rig configuration which aids in single-handed handling.
- Bluewater capability:
- While the low capsize ratio of 1.82 and fin keel suggest moderate offshore stability, the high frequency of reported keel smile and sump cracking issues raises significant concerns about structural integrity for serious bluewater passages.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include the Tartan 37 and O'Day 38, which share similar beam dimensions and displacement ranges from the late 1970s, offering comparable interior volume and cruising comfort.
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 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 20 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52° | 3.2 | 4.5 | 5.4 | 6.1 | 6.6 | 6.9 | 7.0 | 7.1 | 7.1 |
| 60° | 3.5 | 4.8 | 5.7 | 6.4 | 6.8 | 7.1 | 7.2 | 7.3 | 7.3 |
| 75° | 3.6 | 4.9 | 5.9 | 6.6 | 7.0 | 7.3 | 7.4 | 7.7 | 7.7 |
| 90° | 3.5 | 4.9 | 6.0 | 6.8 | 7.1 | 7.3 | 7.5 | 7.8 | 8.0 |
| 110° | 3.7 | 5.1 | 6.3 | 7.0 | 7.4 | 7.7 | 7.9 | 8.2 | 8.4 |
| 120° | 3.5 | 4.9 | 6.1 | 6.9 | 7.4 | 7.7 | 8.0 | 8.5 | 8.8 |
| 135° | 3.0 | 4.3 | 5.6 | 6.6 | 7.2 | 7.5 | 7.8 | 8.5 | 9.2 |
| 150° | 2.5 | 3.7 | 4.8 | 5.9 | 6.7 | 7.2 | 7.5 | 8.1 | 8.8 |
| Beat VMG | 2.0 | 2.8 | 3.5 | 4.1 | 4.5 | 4.7 | 4.9 | 4.9 | 4.9 |
| Run VMG | 2.2 | 3.2 | 4.2 | 5.1 | 5.9 | 6.5 | 6.9 | 7.6 | 8.1 |
Estimated Value
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12 listings · boat years 1979–2015 · median $45,000
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 37ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
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Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
32 reported issues across 10 systems for the HUNTER 37, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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