HUNTER 426 DS
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 41.83 ft |
| LWL | 39.18 ft |
| Beam | 14.17 ft |
| Draft | 6.5 ft |
| Displacement | 23,600 lb |
| Ballast | 7,238.1 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 8.4 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 47.92 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 14.67 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 50 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 20.83 ft |
| FLforestay | 14.7 ft |
| Mainsail | 872.5 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 351.5 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 597.5 sq ft |
About the HUNTER 426 DS
Shoal Draft vers. : Draft-5' Ballast-7389 lbs. Furling (in mast) sailplan: P:50.0'/15.24m E:20.83'/6.35m
The Hunter 426 DS is a 2003 model designed by Glenn Henderson and built by Hunter Marine (USA), with an unknown total hull production count. It is a 41.83 ft LOA sloop featuring a B&R rig and a fin keel with a max draft of 6.5 ft.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal cruisers and weekend sailors who prioritize interior volume and comfort, as evidenced by the high frequency of bow thruster additions (18 mentions) for easier dock handling.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a displacement of 23600.0 lb and a capsize ratio of 1.98, it offers moderate offshore stability, though its primary design focus remains on coastal cruising comfort rather than extreme bluewater endurance.
- Comparables:
- Comparable to other early-2000s Hunter models and similarly sized American production sloops from that era, it shares the brand's reputation for spacious interiors and moderate performance ratios (D/L 175.17, SA/D 18.78).
Performance
Estimated Value
Low ConfidenceAsking price by model year
12 listings · boat years 2003–2004 · median $149,000
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 41.83ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Articles & Reviews
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
6 reported issues across 5 systems for the HUNTER 426 DS, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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