HUNTER 40-2

About the HUNTER 40-2

Now called MARLOW-HUNTER 40.aft – Deep: 6.67’/2.03 m Ballast – Deep: 5,425 lbs/2,461 kg Sail Area – Furling:910 sq ft/84.54 sq m

The Hunter 40-2 is a fractional sloop designed by Glenn Henderson and built by Hunter Marine, with production records indicating a build year of 2012. As the data indicates no specific hull count was detected, the exact number of units built remains unverified in this dataset, but the vessel represents a modern cruising platform with a displacement of 19700.0 lb.

Best for:

This boat is well-suited for coastal cruisers and weekend sailors who prioritize interior volume and ease of handling over heavy offshore performance, given its relatively light displacement and fractional rig.

Bluewater capability:

With a displacement of 19700.0 lb and a capsize ratio of 1.95, the Hunter 40-2 is primarily designed for coastal cruising rather than heavy bluewater passagemaking, though its fin keel and fractional rig offer adequate stability for protected offshore passages.

Comparables:

Comparable vessels include the Beneteau 423 and Jeanneau 43.9, which share similar fractional sloop rigs and target the same market of performance-oriented coastal cruisers with spacious interiors.