HUNTER 45 DS
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 43.21 ft |
| LWL | 39.17 ft |
| Beam | 14.5 ft |
| Draft | 6.5 ft |
| Displacement | 22,936 lb |
| Ballast | 7,236.3 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 8.4 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 47.93 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 14.67 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 46.49 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 20.73 ft |
| FLforestay | 14.7 ft |
| MHmast height | 61.33 ft |
| Mainsail | 872 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 351.6 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 597.7 sq ft |
About the HUNTER 45 DS
Draft – Shoal 5'0" 1.52 m Ballast – Shoal 7,389 lbs/3,352 kg Sail Area – Actual (Furling) 883 ft sq/82 m sq Sail Area – Actual (Furling w/Vertical Battens) 975 ft sq/90.58 m sq P – Furling 50.00'/15.24m E – Furling 20.83'/6.35m Furling mast height: 61.33 ft / 18.7 m Updated version of the HUNTER 44 DS (2004).
The Hunter 45 DS is a modern cruising sailboat designed by Glenn Henderson and built by Hunter Marine (USA) in 2006. While the exact total build count is not specified in the available data, this model represents a specific iteration of Hunter's dual-station design philosophy from the mid-2000s.
- Best for:
- This boat is well-suited for coastal cruisers and weekend sailors who prioritize interior volume and dual-station sailing comfort over heavy offshore performance. The prevalence of bimini and solar panel upgrades suggests owners often use it for relaxed, self-sufficient cruising.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a displacement of 22936.0 lb and a capsize ratio of 2.05, the boat offers moderate stability for coastal passages, though its relatively light displacement and fin keel configuration suggest it is not optimized for extreme bluewater conditions.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include other dual-station designs from the mid-2000s such as the Beneteau Oceanis 46.1 or the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 46.9, which share similar beam widths and interior layouts aimed at family cruising.
Direct variant of the HUNTER 45 DS
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
Estimated Value
Low ConfidenceAsking price by model year
5 listings · boat years 2009–2012 · median $199,000
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 43.21ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Articles & Reviews
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
3 reported issues across 3 systems for the HUNTER 45 DS, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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