hunter 260 sailboat

A modern trailer-sailer with big boat features

Gone are the days when trailerable sailboats were Spartan, uncomfortable and sailed sideways rather than to windward. The Hunter 260 is one of a new breed of trailerable cruisers that mixes sparkling performance with a comfortable interior. It's a perfect boat for a small family with many activities vying for limited vacation timeÑa growing trend that manufacturers like Hunter have responded to with boats that are easy to trailer, quick to rig and easy to sail. A boat that can cruise at 65 down the highway, arrive at pristine cruising grounds miles from home and then get you home after a long weekend is a valuable commodity. The Hunter 260 is such a boat. The 260 is available in two primary configurations. The standard version has a swing centerboard that draws 6 feet when lowered and has a water ballast system that makes it ideal for towing by allowing you to add 2,000 pounds of displacement after launching. The displacement without the water ballast is 3,000 pounds, which is well within the towing capacity of most full-size cars and SUVs. The optional fixed-keel version has a bulb wing keel and a shoal draft of 3 feet, 6 inches.

It was an ideal day for sailing off Santa Barbara, California, with an 8-knot sea breeze. (The boat was photographed at Colorado's Lake Dillon in the pouring rain.) I stepped aboard, in a modern-day equivalent of the pier-head jump, just as the owner was leaving the dock. An 8-horsepower Mariner outboard on a stern bracket carried us out of the harbor in short order, the wheel steering providing excellent fingertip control. At sea, we raised the full-batten main and standard, 110-percent jib using halyards that led neatly back to the cockpit. The boat accelerated and tracked well to windward in a light chop. It heeled quickly, then steadied and sailed as stiff as a post. The 260 is not exceptionally close-winded, but crack her off a couple of points and she gets you there in fine style.

I turned her onto a reach and she romped along at about 5 knots as we sat back and enjoyed the view. The boat was reliable in stays and steady downwind. Its nearly 9-foot beam added stability in the prevailing moderate conditions.

The 260 comes with a jiffy reefing system that can be handled from the large companionway. To go forward while sailing, you have to clamber over the high cabinhouseÑinevitable in a trailerable 26-footer that has a spacious interior. I would like to have seen some grabrails on the cabintop, but they could be easily fitted if desired. Otherwise, the deck layout was well thought out, with a spacious cockpit, contoured benches and optional built-in seats in the stern pulpit for taking in the view.

The boat is available with tiller steering complete with extension, or you can opt for a wheel. I would choose the tiller, although the wheel installation is excellent. The walk-through stern boasts a short, hinged swimming ladder and a convenient platform for securing the kick-up rudder.

The fractional rig with its support struts is mounted in an easy-to-use tabernacle on deck. By the time I cadged a ride, the owner had already stepped the mast, but he raved about the ingenious hinge system and the ease of rigging the boat. A deep well in the foredeck keeps both anchor and rode out of the way until needed, and a convenient bow roller is close to handÑnice touches in a trailer boat of this size.

These days amenities on a trailer boat include an enclosed head and a full galley. Hunter is famous for its interior design and has gussied up the 260 with all the comforts of home. With the exception of the head compartment with sink, vanity and Porta Potti, the interior is open. The starboard side galley comes with a small sink, manual water system and butane stove. An insulated cooler located in a built-in locker serves as an icebox. The overall effect is attractive and airy, with a nice finish and well-chosen colors creating a welcoming space below.

A huge U-shaped dinette surrounds the cabin table, which converts into a double berth in the fixed-keel boat. There are three opening ports and large windows that provide light and ventilation. A V-berth in the bow has curtains for some privacy. The main double berth is aft. There is plenty of space for a couple or a family with two young children, although more than four adults would probably feel like a crowd after a few days. The list of standard features goes on and on: full electrical system, hanging wet locker, recessed fuel tank locker in the cockpit, well-thought-out dish storage in the galley and positive flotation. The inventory even includes PFDs, a fire extinguisher and US Sailing's Keel Boat Manual. An inboard Yanmar 9-horsepower diesel is optional for the fixed-keel boat. Hunter believes that a complete cruising package makes sense for most customers and saves money as well.

The 260 is designed with a specific market in mind: younger sailing families, many of them owning a larger cruising boat for the first time. Hunter has taken great care to make the 260's appeal as wide as possible with a balance of reasonable sailing performance and a comprehensive range of live-aboard features usually found on much larger boats. This well-designed trailer boat represents state-of-the-art thinking in this segment of the marketplace.

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The Hunter 260 is a 26.25ft b&r designed by Rob Mazza/Hunter Design Team and built in fiberglass by Hunter Marine (USA) between 1997 and 2005.

The Hunter 260 is a light sailboat which is a reasonably good performer. It is very stable / stiff and has a low righting capability if capsized. It is best suited as a day-boat. There is a very short water supply range.

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HUNTER 260 Detailed Review

If you are a boat enthusiast looking to get more information on specs, built, make, etc. of different boats, then here is a complete review of HUNTER 260. Built by Hunter Marine (USA) and designed by Rob Mazza, the boat was first built in 1997. It has a hull type of Keel/Cbrd. and LOA is 8. Its sail area/displacement ratio 16.35. Its auxiliary power tank, manufactured by undefined, runs on undefined.

HUNTER 260 has retained its value as a result of superior building, a solid reputation, and a devoted owner base. Read on to find out more about HUNTER 260 and decide if it is a fit for your boating needs.

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Boat specifications, sail boat calculation, rig and sail specs, accomodations, contributions, who designed the hunter 260.

HUNTER 260 was designed by Rob Mazza.

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HUNTER 260 is built by Hunter Marine (USA).

When was HUNTER 260 first built?

HUNTER 260 was first built in 1997.

How long is HUNTER 260?

HUNTER 260 is 7.09 m in length.

What is mast height on HUNTER 260?

HUNTER 260 has a mast height of 9.31 m.

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I looked at big boats; however, at 5 knots it takes a long time to get to prime cruising grounds. Purchase, maintenance and slips fees are also a factor. Thus, a trailerable sailboat seemed the most logical choice.  The downside of a trailerable is the relative lack of space for cruising and the compromises that have to be made to the design.  

There are a number of excellent small sailboats. A few are still in production. Also, a review of John Vigor's "Twenty Small Sailboats to Take You Anywhere" lists a few older models with good reputations. For example, the Pacific Seacraft Dana 24 and Hake Yacht's Seward 26RK are attractive choices; they are the right size, have that classic look, and can take rough weather. However, they and other similar production boats are either out of my price range, not really trailerable over long distances, and/or require a pretty big vehicle to tow. 

As a result, I decided to focus my search on the so-called Class C "Clorox Bottles" by Hunter , Catalina and Macgregor . 

In the beginning, I was not really looking at water-ballast boats . I initially favored the Catalina 25 wing keel because it gets high marks for sailing characteristics and shoal draft. I looked at a couple of Hunter 26 boats and compared them to the newer H260. If you want to see the differences between the H26 and H260 click on this link . However, when my wife saw the H260 cabin size and openness , and I checked out the ease of rigging and launching the H260, the other alternatives started to lose ground. 

The advertised 5000+ pound displacement of the H260 allows it to sail like a bigger boat. Based on a dry weight of 4400 pounds, the boat's displacement may actually be quite a bit higher. We've been through some fairly rough weather together and she's never given me cause to worry about her seaworthiness. However, I would not consider taking her too far off shore as this is still a Class C boat . 

There are not many downsides to this boat, but a few deserve mention. 

Much of the information on this site also applies to the earlier version the H26. I can't take much credit for originality in anything here. I've mostly adopted/adapted/stolen the ideas of others. If you get ideas for some of your own projects from these pages - share them with us.

A final note: If you are a trailer sailor, consider joining the Trailer Sailors Association . You'll be glad you did. We took a trip to the Canadian North Channel last year with over 50 boats from all over North America and had a great time.

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Ok, now opinions on the Hunter 260

• Thread starter Alan Russell
• Start date Jan 17, 2007
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Alan Russell

My wife and I have been sailing our 19' potter on the East and West coasts of Florida for over a year now. We've enjoyed overnighting, but we find the potter a little cramped. In looking for the 'perfect' boat. We looked at the 23.5 and 240, and we liked them. We also looked at a nearby Catalina 250WB, and we liked it even more. I think though we want the Hunter 260. Its bigger, lighter, and has more headroom than the Catalina 250. I do a little open ocean sailing in the potter (within 10 miles of the coast), and mostly sail in semi-protected water. I also like to single hand the boat, and that is very imporant when we have our 19 month old daughter aboard (as someone needs to be dedicated to child happyness).What is the optimum healing angle of the hunter 260's (I'm assuming the sail about the same, as they are pretty similar)? On the potter anything beyond about 15 degrees of heal is slower (although it can feel fun!).Are their any weakpoints on the boats that should be looked for, or standard modifications that need to have been made, for example on potters a new ida sailor rudder bottom half is needed otherwise you get mega weather helm.Can two people really sleep in the aft berth, and how hard is it to get into that berth? Do you guys add a few opening ports so you can get some airflow?When single handing is it hard to operate the motor and the tiller at the same time? Or do most of you use a electric start engine, with remote controls?I'm in west palm beach, Florida and if you know of one for sale please feel free to email me at kartdude99 AT yahoo.com Also if anyone has a boat in the area where I could take a gander at it and chat, that would bee good too. If you already read this when I was looking at the 23.5/240 sorry!  

Can't comment on relative sailing traits compared to other boats, but for ours, "mandatory" modifications include canvass covers of all wood (decreases maintenance, and in the case of the cabin cover, decreases water leaking in) and rudder-motor linkage to aid close quarters steering. Probably more (like furling headsail, stern rail seats, instruments, and wheel steering), but those were on our when purchased and I've seen few 260's without them, so they are, for all practical purposes, standardd equipment.Aft berth is fine for 2, just make sure you take care of head business before climbing in.Electric start with remote.I've heard that alot of folks have replace the rudder with an Idasailor, but ours is stil just fine.  

How about the Hunter 26? They're less expensive Is the 260 a big improvement?  

I'll do my best to respond point by point Alan, I sailed for years on smaller boat, but not a Potter, so I'll do my best addressing your questions.- We've sailed our 260 for 4 years now, and I can compare its performance to my dad's 23' S2 in Ft. Myers. I wouldn't feel comfortable going 10 miles offshore in his S2, and I don't know if I'd feel comfortable in a 260 with water ballast - but if you're comfortable in a WW Potter 19 with a retractable keel then you might be. I sail Lake Erie, which is known for quick, strong storms, and as long as we're careful we're fine.- I'm looking at the online description (http://www.westwightpotter.com/potter-19/) for comparisons. While the 260's cockpit is self draining, like the Potter's, the 260 doesn't have any foam floatation, so don't let the cabin flood.- Single handing is a piece of cake, as all lines lead to the cockpit. I used to work in downtown Toledo and sailed back and forth to work in the summer single-handed. I could raise and lower the main, furl the jib, dock with no problems, and that's dealing with a river current.- I agree with your 15 degree angle, and as everyone will tell you a WB boat is more tender than a keel boat and you need to reef sails above 10 knots to prevent more heeling. Reefing is about the same work as lowering the main competely.-I'd agree with Mike's points on the weaknesses. In heavy rains I'll get a cup of water in the cabin from the slide top, which a canvass cover would prevent. I don't have a rudder-engine linkage, I just raise the rudder completely when maneuvering close quarters and use the motor directly. Electric start on anything bigger than an 8HP is best for my back. Personally I found the table too big and cut it down in size (see the archives) as many do.-My wife and I sleep in the aft berth all the time, a double size bed which is fine. As Mike says, hit the head first, though! If you have a 19 month old the fore berth is perfect. My daughter slept up there until she was 9 and loved having her own little "room" with the curtains. Airflow throughout is okay, but we added one 12v fan up near the fore berth and one in the aft berth to move more air.-And as Fred suggests, the 26 is also a great deal!  

I've had my 260 since 2001 We have installed central AC and heating, refrigerator/freezer, flat screen TV/DVD, 2 burner stove, GPS/Auto-pilot, steering coupling between motor and rudder, fluorescent below deck lighting, etc. The wife and I have sailed to Bimini in the Bahamas twice from Miami. We are taking our 260 on an 8,000 mile trip around the Eastern half of the US starting in March-April should take us a year or more, we have our Corbin 39 in Green Cove Springs on the ST Johns and are starting our Great American Loop from there.  To answer your questions. We find that the flatter we sail the better, always put a first reef at 12-14 kts then a second reef at 16 kts. My only complaint is that the deck below deck flexes. We run a spinnaker at winds below 8 kts. My wife sleeps in the V-berth and I sleep in the aft berth (one of us snore) I keep the hatch above the aft berth open (keep the screen on) we also use 2 fans along with the AC. We have motor controls on the pedestal so motor operation is a snap. You might want to look at some of my improvements in the photo forum, that might give you some ideas John USNret  

Jim Seamans

Alan, mods to my H260 Alan,Here is a link to some things I did to my H260 a few years ago. I nolonger have the boat, moved upto a H356.My wife and I really liked the H260, it was a fun boat. Healing is around 15-18degs and it sails well.JimS/V Java  

Alan Russesll

Trailering I am going to trailer the boat with every use. Dockage here is quite expensive, I've not seen anything under $350 per month. We also don't have any public places that allow mast up storage.My big concerns are reports of Hunter boats being poorly made. But I hear this about many boats, MacGregors, Catalinas, my Potter. I think a lot of that comes prehaps from people comparing a 1200lb trailer sailer (like my potter) to something like a 6000lb Flicka.I really hope I can find someone in the area who has a H260 that I can cheese a boat ride out of.It will be several months before I buy one, I'm sure. I want to pay off some other bills before I consider a new one (I'm going to have to finance this puppy!).We are going to be on the other coast next weekend (the 27th) to see my mom and let her spend time with her granddaughter.. So hopefully some boats will show up for sale in the tampa/st. pete area that we can gander at.  

Jeff Prideaux

trailering every use? Alan,If you plan to trailer every use, then I would highly recommend that you personally witness someone setting up, launching, retrieving, and packing up a H260 for a days use in the water. That way you can find out if it is something you can do by yourself or if you must have another person helping. For example, I trailer sail my H216 all by myself and can set do everything by myself. My wife is usually entertaining the kids when I'm setting up and launching the boat.... Since the H260 is quite a bit bigger then the H216, I would imaging that there are some aspects to trailer sailing that may be more difficult with the H260 than my H216... Note that the H216 has a smaller cabin than the Potter-19.Jeff  

Here's the deal....... Alan, Kelli and I are sailing up to St Pete/Gulfport YC on the weekend of the 27th to meet the CFYC trailer boat club that's coming down for a couple days. If it works out you'd be welcome to come and try to meet us and we can go over a few questions about the boat. If time/weather permits maybe take a spin around the bay. Drop me a line at soling****45**at***usa.com(w/o the *'s) or PM me to swap cell#s There's a pretty good deal on a 260 w/wheel steering and a trailer in GA listed here in the classifieds. http://www.sailboatowners.com/classified/ownerview.tpl?owno=114856494114334&fno=0&brsku=114856494114334.2&bd=Hunter&p1=0&p2=1000000&xs=All&l1=26&l2=26&active=T&sb=placed&dr=de&ad=allGood luck. Michael  

I'll try I'll try. I think with a mast rasing system and babystays, I can do it on my own. Right now with the potter I do it alone alot, and my mast rasing system is me grabbing the headstay and yanking it up.  

That is a good question. That is a good question. I didn't think their was a difference between the 26 and the 260.I'd love to see a list of the running changes in the 26 - 260 from 1993 to 2004.  

H26 vs H260 Found at: http://www.sailboatowners.com/forums/pviewall.tpl?fno=5&uid=73199320964&SKU=2006338112834.60H26 vs H260 There is extensive dialog on this subject in the archives. Check it out. Here's some extracts: H26/H260 series evolved over time. Some changes were stylistic others like the rudder were functional. Overtime, Hunter made changes to the boat based on users desires and complaints. Both boats sail about the same and have similar displacement. The H260 may weigh more on the trailer.- H26 had mini-stays rather than the solid mast supports in the H260- Forward vent window in H26 eliminated in H260. - Sliding hatch in H26 leaks - H260 pretty dry- Very early H26 models were mostly tiller, H260 wheel option more common- Earliest model H26 did not have stern seats as option.- Cockpit table in H26 eliminated in H260- Jib sheet/winch layout different- H260 has a different non-slip pattern in cabin and cockpit.- H260 has vent in aft bunk. Other comments from archives:In appearance, the stern is the most noticeable difference. The 260 has a fold away swim latter and sugar scoop stern and the rub rail sweeps continuously from the side around the back. On the 26's the stern is squared off and the ladder folds up to fill in the stern railing. Some model year 26's had 7/8" rail and some had 1" rail. Wheel steering is much less common on the 26. Wheel steering, while an option, is almost always found on the 260. 1998 was the first model year with the new transom design. In the 26, the forward hatch is part of the "windshield"; in the 260 the windshield is all fixed, and a square hatch is mounted on the foredeck. The portlight for the aft berth is mounted in the vertical face of the footwell under the (starboard) cockpit seat on the 26; on the 260 a larger portlight is mounted at an angle inside a small cockpit locker. The locker must be open to make use of the portlight. The companionway is different also; the hatchboard opening is narrower on the 260 (the sliding cover is the same width on both.) A big difference between a 26 and 260 is the rig. The 26 uses a full batten main, and the mast does not have fixed support struts like the 260 does. Also the H260 has a extra diagional shroud that makes it a true B & R rig. The anchor locker and bow cleat configuration is much improved on the 260 as it allows for the installation of an optional anchor roller. The major difference in the interior is that the galley fiddles and trim on a H26 is smoked Plexiglas, in the 260 it is teak. There is a cabinet in the galley and a single burner butane stove in the 260, the 26 uses a drop in two burner Origo 4000 alcohol stove. The head door is teak on the 260, white fiberglass on the 26. The 260 cabin sole in the head is raised to allow for a marine head option. The 26 uses collapsible bottles for water, the 260 has a water tank under the v-berth. The rudder assembly and transom is completely different between the two boats as the 260 was designed for wheel steering and most 26's have a tiller. early 26's did not come with stern perch seats, and they became an option. It is possible to back fit these but its' not cheap.That said, the boats should sail the same. The differences are a matter of preference. The biggest impact will be cost. A 2002 260 will cost about $10K more than a 5 year old 26. The older boat may have some wear and tear, but is likely to have more owner installed gear like a compass, GPS, Autopilot, etc. These items would add to the price of the new boat. The boat(H260) has a real forward hatch on the bow deck vs the 26 which has the hatch mounted on the windscreen. Secondly, it has two operating seat compartments where the 26 has only one. The second compartment allows you a view and air circulation when you are using the transom bunk. Here's some numbers:H26Years Built----1995LOA------------25' 9 inLWL------------23' 1 inSail Area------290 sq ftMast Height----40' 4 inWater Capacity-5 galI--28' 4 inJ--09' 5 inP--30' 1 inE--10' 6 inH260Years Built-----1998-2005LOA-------------26' 3 inLWL-------------23' 3 inSail Area-------320 sq ftMast Height-----40'Water Capacity--20 galI--29' 2.5inJ--09' 5.5inP--30' 6.5inE--10' 6in  

260 Opinion Alan,We bought a '98 260 in Nov. We looked at a lot of trailerable sailboats and liked the 260 the best for it's room and large cockpit. We've got a couple years sailing experience (most of it out of Santa Barbara, CA in other's boats).1. Mast raising system has to be about the best around. Easy and reliable.2. Boat has a lot of windage. Can make docking a challenge in a cross wind.3. We don't feel near as comfortable in higher winds and seas than we did in a more "blue water" boat. But then again, it is, by design, a protected water boat.4. More than 25 degrees heel in gusty winds will keep you on your toes5. Wheel vs. Tiller. We thought we'd really want a wheel, but with an extension, we're finding we like the tiller just as much or better. You can work the helm from the stern rail seats. Makes for a great view and easier to see while seated. Easier to put a autopilot on a wheel.6. Roller furling. We thought this was a must; however, we found that it complicates mast raising and since a 100% jib is about as big a headsail as you'll find, it's nice for furling, but not an absolute necessity (unless you single hand the boat).7. Two people can easily launch the boat. One person probaly can, if the dock is long enough. Biggest issue angle of the ramp and depth of water. We have to extend the trailer tongue about have the time.8. If water is deep enough at the dock, we put the rudder down and use it to maneuver (with motor straight ahead). A connection between motor and rudder seems like a good idea.9. Not sure if anybody else has this problem, but our bilge pump (below the aft bearth) sits on a small rise. Leaves about 1/2 gal of water in the bilge that splashes out of access hatches on a large heel.10. We tow with a '01 F-150 4x4 4.6l v8. Just enough. Really makes the truck suck gas limiting our desire to go a long ways with the boat.Overall, we like to boat a lot so far. Water ballast, trailerable sailboats are a compromise at best. The 260 is about the best balance on those compromises. From what I've read on this message board, you just have to resist trying to make it a "bigger" boat than it acutally is by adding a gazillion gadgets and the associated weight. Hope this helps.Deucer  

Thanks for the data on 26 vs 260's I really like the sugar scoop transom, but I'm going to check out a 96 to see if I really need it.  

How is the keel lowered/raised? And is that the same on the 26/260? I assume their is a winch somewhere to raise/lower the keel.  

Its got to be eaiser than our Potter Even with the 26, you only have to climb up to the level of the cockpit floor. The potter has a normal (closed) transom, so you have to climb another 18" or so to the top of the transom, before you can drop down into the cockpit. And we have precious few handholds (usually use the tillerpilot mount (custom made by me) or the mainsheet travler.  

Do the stansions have backing plates? Core? On the 26 and 260, are their backing plates behind the stancions? Can they be accessed for rebedding?Is the deck cored with Balsa, foam, or what?Thanks!PS. I looked at a 96 26 today. I like it alot.  

Tips on reefing If you are single handed or short handed, the easiest way to reef is to heave to and do it. Many skippers forget about heaving to and just how peaceful it can be even in a good blow.  

Stanchion Backing Plates Alan, aluminum backing plates are embedded in the fiberglass under the stanchions and rails. Don't count mounting holes of replacement stanchions and rails to necessarily line up with the origional holes in the embedded backing plates. New holes may have to be drilled and tapped. When I installed new stanchions, all I drill through was fiberglass and aluminum. BrianW  

Opintions on the H260 Alan, I suggest you look at the reviews for the H260 in this forum. You'll find the good and the not so good about the boat there. Check out the knowledgebase for the H260 for mods that people have made to the H260. http://kb.sailboatowners.com/brand?model=20You'll also find a wealth of info about the boat at this link:http://kobernus.com/hunter260/index.html  

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1998 Hunter 260

Orlando, Florida

Make Hunter

Category Daysailer Sailboats

Posted Over 1 Month

1998 Hunter 260 This boat is in like new condition. Draws only 18 inches when the center board is up. Boat is perfect as a trailer-able family cruiser. It is almost 8.5 feet wide and a little over 26 feet long. It has the new 260 layout with a wheel and a floor plan superior to the older Hunter 26.  There have been many additions to the boat. At the helm, we added engine controls to make available speed and shifting. The motor and rudder are linked so they both steer together. It has a Garmin 411 GPS sounder unit that provides depth and speed information in addition to geographic information. There is a bimini over the cockpit, a 25 watt CHF radio and an AM/FM Cd Stereo.  Shore power charger, butane stove, a cooler in the galley. It has a magna propane grill mounted on the railing. All safety equipment included. The bottom paint is in good condition and the tandem trailer is new.  Boat is currently docked on a freshwater lake in Central Florida near Orlando. Additional Items that have been professionally installed: 3 new deep cycle batteries, battery switch and tester. 5 additional LED spot lights. 2 original Hunter windows with screens, one in the head and one in the galley. 20" flat screen T in the salon, and a 10" flat screen in the aft birth with outside antennae. 2 fans installed, one in the galley and one in hte salon. SS bow anchor roller. New 9.8 Tohatsu long shaft outboard with approximately 3 hours. New original Edsen pedestal engine controls. New compact counter top microwave. New 5000 BTU AC with custom leak proof hood for bow hatch.

2000 Hunter 260

Youngstown, New York

Category Cruiser Boats

2000 Hunter 260 Water Ballast, Includes Double Axle Trailer, 9.8HP Outboard Engine, Wheel Steering

2002 Hunter 260

South Chatham, Massachusetts

2002 Hunter 260 Preliminary Listing, attractive shoal draft Hunter 260 sloop. Dual axle trailer included. 2014 Honda 4-stroke outboard. Please call for further details.

2001 Hunter 260

Groton, Connecticut

Category Sloop Sailboats

2001 Hunter 260 This Hunter 260 is located here at our facility in Noank, CT. and can be easily seen by appointment.  Options Include: Powered by a 2001 Tohatsu 9.9hp outboard2001 Majic Tilt trailerVHF RadioCompassDepthGPSCDI roller furling systemCustom dodgerBimini topBoom vangDanforth anchor with chain and rodeBilge pumpFenders / docklinesCockpit cushionsStereo system

1996 Hunter 260

Sea Bright, New Jersey

1996 Hunter 260 A nice trailerable pocket cruiser for family fun. Easy to rig and launch. Performance on all points of sail are enhanced by the high aspect center board and rudder. The 2,000 lb. water ballast takes weight off the tow vehicle for easy towing.

Chestertown, Maryland

2001 Hunter 260,2001 Hunter 260 for sale. Excellent shape and well maintained. Lots of add ons. Most likely the most outfitted 260 available. It is 3000lbs boat when on the trailer (total trailer weight 3500lbs with weight of trailer) and takes on 2000lbs of water ballast when in the water as her ballast Here is a list of the additional equipment to the standard Hunter 260.Honda 9.9 with binnacle controls and slaved to rudder,Air conditioning,Fortress anchor,CDI Roller furling,New jib 2013,New Mast/rigging 2013,Raymarine st60 plus wind,Raymarin st60 tridata speed depth,Garmon Chart plotter,Raymarine autopilot (tiller pilot),VHF radio w/ masthead antenna and wireless ram mic,Binnacle compass,Stereo w/ iPod input and remote,Speakers in cabin/cockpit,New synthetic teak/holly floor in cabin,High performance rudder,Helm seat,Cockpit cushions,Larger portapotttie,20 gal pressure fresh water,Cockpit washdown,2x12v fans,Upgraded sink and faucets,Wood walls in main salon,second pin to slide table to ceiling out of the way (table shown in stowed/up in photo),Bimini,Main sheet traveler,Mainsail stackpack with lazy jacks,Snap cleats for jib,110v shore power,Multiple 110v plugs,2 batt (new 2014,2015),12 batt voltage gauge,12v plug. Cig lighter type,Radar deflector,Dinghy eng hanger,New eng mount brackets,Sunbrella companionway cover,New LED trailer lights 2015,Wheel steering,Wood wine glass rack,Upgraded galley sink,All the standard hunter 260 equip (enclosed head, cooler in cabinet, butane stove etc.) $19900

2003 Hunter 260

Indianapolis, Indiana

Category Sailboats

2003 Hunter 260 The Hunter 260 offers exciting performance, surprisingly complete accommodations, and real versatility. Below, there are amenities usually found on much larger boats including an enclosed head, full galley, convertible dinette, V-berth, and aft cabin. Long weekends or extended vacations are comfortable and truly livable aboard the Hunter 260. Hunter Marine's water-ballasted trailerables are comfortable cruisers that are easy to tow because the stability is left in the water, not on the trailer. Whether trailer sailing across the country or just across town, Hunter makes the experience truly easy with a rig that is safe, simple, and fast to set up and take down.

San Diego, California

2000 Hunter 260 26' Hunter 260 '00 "Cool Change" Excellent trailer sailor with accommodations for six. Roomy cockpit and below decks. Wheel steering, Bimini and newer quantum jib. A great getaway boat for lakes or the ocean.

2002 Hunter H260 Sailboat

Villas, New Jersey

Length 26.0

The Hunter 260 offers accommodations not typically found on trailer-able sailboats - a small galley, enclosed head and sleeping accommodations for four people, assuming two are small children. To package all this and still keep weight to a level that can be towed by most full-sized automobiles and SUVs, Hunter uses a water ballast system rather than fixed ballast. Length overall of the 260 is 26' 3", beam is 8'5', draft is 1' 9" with the centerboard fully raised and 6' even with it lowered; weight, with no ballast and no gear, is an even 3,000 lbs. The 260 is intended for use near coastal and protected waters and Hunter has done a great job devising a one-person system for raising and lowering the mast that works well. The cockpit is large and comfortable and open at the stern for easy boarding as well as quick access to the outboard rudder and motor the nice wheel steering The main cabin features very comfortable accommodations for a 26-footer - with 5' 7" standing head room. There is a U-shaped dinette on centerline which seats four adults comfortably. To the port side aft, there is an enclosed head with porta-potty and wash basin. The small galley is opposite and has a single-burner butane stove and small sink. A double berth is beneath the cockpit . Auxiliary power is provided by a 9.9 hp Mercury outboard engine mounted on a bracket at the starboard stern.Hunter's wheel steering connects the outboard motor so that it turns when the rudder is turned, is a definite plus for ease of docking or maneuvering in tight spaces. All extras added after 2006 including motor which is a 2008 Mercury. Roller furler and main were reconditioned with umbrella added to furler. Trailer reconditioned with new brakes. Has cockpit canvas with stainless steel frame. It also has the camper package that is like new. This makes the salon very large and roomy for overnights. Has an installed stereo with cabin and cockpit speakers. Professional cockpit cushions. No damage to hull or bottom Most of life in Fresh water, 1 season now in salt water. engine flushed regularly.Engine Had complete tune up at end October 2015. Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE

1998 Hunter 260 Sailboat

Clermont, Florida

Price has been lowered to 22,000. Boat is in great condition. Draws only 18in when the center board is up. This boat is perfect as a trailerable family cruiser. It is almost 8.5 feet wide and over 26 feet long. It has the new 260 layout with a wheel and a floor plan superior to the older Hunter 26. There have been many additions to the boat. At the helm, engine controls were added to make available speed and shifting. The motor and rudder are linked so they both steer together. It has a Garmin 411 GPS sounder unit that provides depth and speed information in addition to geographic information. There is a Bimini over the cockpit, a 25 watt VHF radio and an AM/FM CD Stereo. Shore power charger, butane stove, a cooler in the galley. It has a magna propane grill mounted on the railing. All safety equipment included. The bottom paint is in good condition and the tandem trailer is NEW. Additional items/equipment professionally installed in the last 12 months:3 new deep cycle batteries, battery switch and tester. 5 additional LED spot lights2 original Hunter windows with screens, one in the head, one in the galley.20" flat screen TV in the salon and a 10" flat screen in the aft birth with outside antennae.2 fans installed, one in salon, one in galley.SS bow anchor rollerNew 9.8 Tohatsu long shaft outboard with approx 3 hours.New original Edsen pedestal engine controlsNew compact counter top microwaveNew 5000 BTU AC with custom leak proof hood for bow hatch.Comes with an additional 8.8 HP Long Shaft Nissan outboard motor with remote controls. Boat is currently in Lake Harris in Leesburg FL. Message me if interested or call 907-952-4385 if you want to take a look at it. Vince.

1999 Marlow-Hunter 260

Groton, Massachusetts

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1999 Hunter 260 water-ballast Sailboat. 2014 9.9 Tohatsu longshaft motor, 2018 Rollerfurler headsail with acrylic sunshield, vberth and aft berth cushions re-upholstered with sunbrella fabric. 2018 Raymarine Axiom 7 GPS. New mast raising system-M26. Swing centerboard draws 6 feet, can launch in 3 feet of water. Trailer included.

2005 Marlow-Hunter 260

Bradenton, Florida

Category Cruiser Sailboats

2005 Hunter 260 SailBoat Price: $ 21,900.00 OBO Conditions : good , ready to sail. Clear Boatfax Type: Water Ballast with centerboard Control: pedestal with wheel steering rudder Sails: Main, roller furling jib Roller Furling: Cruising Design Canvas: Sailcover, Bimini and many more Outboard: 2005 Nissan 9.9 hp, 4 stroke with remote start and throttle (in vry good conditions) Specs: LENG OVERALL (LOA) 26’ 3” LENG OF WATER LÑINE (LWL) : 23’ 3” BEAM (MAX): 8’ 11 ½” DRAFT (center board up): 1.9 Ft. DRAFT (center board down): 6 Ft MAST HEIGHT (from water line) : 40 Ft DISPLACEMENT (w/o water ballast) : 3000 Lbs DISPLACEMENT (with water ballast) : 5000 Lbs SAIL AREA (100% triangles): 289.5 sq. Ft. Trailer: Original 2005 Magic Tild Galvanized double axle with fenders, guides, extending tongue, with new trailer jack, tires ,wheels, drums , springs . https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c4GFVMLPSiY&feature=youtu.be (video sailing) email: [email protected] or text 941 9204936 (juan Rosabal) Current location : Sarasota Sailing Squadron Marina at Sarasota Bay , Florida (las 3 years, not on the water, normally in parking lot) Position at the marina parking Lot : B26 Information about de sailboat https://sailboatdata.com/sailboat/hunter-260 https://www.marlow-hunter.com/wp-content/uploads/260_1997-2005.pdf The boat includes all the standard features and more… Pedestal guard w/cockpit table Cabin vent fan Cabin 12v receptacle Cockpit 12v receptacle Cockpit cushions, helm seat cushion Solid boom vang with ajustment Rail mounted propane grill 2nd battery & selector switch / solar charger Stern rail seat covers and cushions Helm seat cushion 2 Anchors Port-o-potti toilet Jib w/roller –main w/reef points Lazy jack systems Mast 40' with raising and lowering system Custom screen for main hatch AM/FM/CD Stereo w/cabin and cockpit speakers Cabin shades Draft 1.9 ‘board up, 6’ boar down 8 livesaver Miscellaneus , spare parts Deph meter Pressurized on-desmand water pump in kitchen sink and bath room faucets -- 20 gal fresh water tank Built in cooler- and double burner propane stow Moon light hatch Replaced recalled petcock ball valves EZ steer Teak Cabin bookshelf and VHS holder Pedestal compass Windex 6 fenders Hand held Garmin GPS and VHF – Radio Solar charging Boat cover Cockit cushion bottom paint Bimini top

Kernersville, North Carolina

Nissan 8 Horsepower Motor, Bathroom, CB Radio, Gas Stove, Sinks, Cooler/Refrigerator, All the Sails and Sleeps 8

2001 Hunter 260 The Hunter 260 offers exciting performance, surprisingly complete accommodations, and real versatility. Below, there are amenities usually found on much larger boats including an enclosed head, full galley, convertible dinette, V-berth, and aft cabin. Long weekends or extended vacations are comfortable and truly livable aboard the Hunter 260. Hunter Marine's water-ballasted trailerables are comfortable cruisers that are easy to tow because the stability is left in the water, not on the trailer. Whether trailer sailing across the country or just across town, Hunter makes the experience truly easy with a rig that is safe, simple, and fast to set up and take down. Hunter Marine Corporation was founded in 1973 to build truly affordable sailboats. Warren Luhrs, Hunter's chairman, has personally logged thousands of ocean miles both single-handedly and shorthanded aboard his ocean racers. From these floating laboratories hundreds of new ideas have been born. The same B & R rig that powered his boats into the record books also power the Hunter fleet. A lot has changed over the years, but Hunter Marine continues its commitment of bringing the sailing public the best performing and most accommodating sailboats at a reasonable price.

1998 Hunter 26' 260

West Palm Beach, Florida

Boat is in great condition. Draws only 18in when the center board is up. This boat is perfect as a trailerable family cruiser. It is almost 8.5 feet wide and over 26 feet long. It has the new 260 layout with a wheel and a floor plan superior to the older Hunter 26. There have been many additions to the boat. At the helm, engine controls were added to make available speed and shifting. The motor and rudder are linked so they both steer together. It has a Garmin 411 GPS sounder unit that provides depth and speed information in addition to geographic information. There is a Bimini over the cockpit, a 25 watt VHF radio and an AM/FM CD Stereo. Shore power charger, butane stove, a cooler in the galley. It has a magna propane grill mounted on the railing. All safety equipment included. The bottom paint is in good condition and the tandem trailer is NEW.Boat is located in a Marina in Port Orange near Daytona Beach.The slip it is currently in may be able to be taken over by new owner - it is in a prime slip. Additional items/equipment professionally installed in the last 12 months:3 new deep cycle batteries, battery switch and tester. 5 additional LED spot lights2 original Hunter windows with screens, one in the head, one in the galley.20" flat screen TV in the salon and a 10" flat screen in the aft birth with outside antennae.2 fans installed, one in salon, one in galley.SS bow anchor rollerNew 9.8 Tohatsu long shaft outboard with approx 3 hours.New original Edsen pedestal engine controlsNew compact counter top microwaveNew 5000 BTU AC with custom leak proof hood for bow hatch.

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2005 Hunter 260

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Seller's Description

The owner bought this boat in 2017

General condition and any additional information

Sailing Vessel Orion is on its trailer ready for your total inspection and is due for its bi-annual bottom job.

The Hunter 260 is one of a new breed of trailerable cruisers that mixes sparkling performance with a comfortable interior. Its a perfect boat for a small family with many activities vying for limited vacation time. This growing trend that manufacturers like Hunter have responded to with boats that are easy to trailer, quick to rig and easy to sail. A boat that can cruise at 65 down the highway, arrive at pristine cruising grounds miles from home and then get you home after a long weekend is a valuable commodity. The Hunter 260 is such a boat. This 260 standard version has a swing centerboard that draws 6 feet when lowered and has a water ballast system that makes it ideal for towing by allowing you to add 2,000 pounds of water ballast displacement after launching. The displacement without the water ballast is 3,000 pounds, which is well within the towing capacity of most full-size cars and SUVs. An 9.9 -horsepower Honda outboard on a stern bracket provides the 260’s propulsion, and the wheel steering provides excellent fingertip control. Underway the 260 has a full-batten main and standard, 110-percent jib using halyards that led neatly back to the cockpit. The boat accelerates and tracks well to windward in a light chop. The 260 comes with a jiffy reefing system that can be handled from the large companionway. To go forward while sailing, you have to clamber over the high cabinhouse inevitable in a trailerable 26-footer that has a spacious interior. The deck layout is well thought out, with a spacious cockpit, contoured benches and optional built-in seats in the stern pulpit for taking in the view. The boat is equipped with a wheel steering which provides a big boat feel on a 26 foot boat. The walkthrough stern boasts a short, hinged swimming ladder and a convenient platform for securing the kickup rudder. The fractional rig with its support struts is mounted in an easy-to-use tabernacle on deck and includes an ingenious hinge system to ease rigging of the boat. A deep well in the foredeck keeps both anchor and rode out of the way until needed, and a convenient bow roller is close to hand, which are touches in a trailer boat of this size. The boat includes an enclosed head and a full galley. Hunter is famous for its interior design and has gussied up the 260 with all the comforts of home. With the exception of the head compartment with sink, vanity and enclosed head, the interior is open. The starboard side galley comes with a small sink, water system and butane stove. An insulated cooler located in a built-in locker serves as an icebox. The overall effect is attractive and airy, with a nice finish and well-chosen colors creating a welcoming space below. A huge U-shaped dinette surrounds the cabin table. There are three opening ports and large windows that provide light and ventilation. A V-berth in the bow has curtains for some privacy. The main double berth is aft. There is plenty of space for a couple or a family with two young children, although more than four adults would probably feel like a crowd after a few days. The list of standard features goes on and on: full electrical system, hanging wet locker, recessed fuel tank locker in the cockpit, wellthought-out dish storage in the galley and positive flotation. The inventory even includes PFDs, a fire extinguisher. The 260 is designed with a specific market in mind: younger sailing families, many of them owning a larger cruising boat for the first time. Hunter has taken great care to make the 260s appeal as wide as possible with a balance of reasonable sailing performance and a comprehensive range of live-aboard features usually found on much larger boats. This well-designed trailer boat represents state-of-the-art thinking in this segment of the marketplace.

Standard features

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Hunter 260 Sailing Vessel “Orion”

STANDARD EQUIPMENT: Acrylic Cabin Windows (6) Acrylic Windshield Opening Ports (3) Water Ballast COCKPIT: Coaming Storage Compartments Contoured Seats Foot Brace and Cockpit Table Support Recessed Tank Locker Walk-Thru Transom Electrical: Battery Boxes (2) Cabin Lights Masthead Anchor Lights Running LIghts Steaming Light 12V System w/Panel and Fuses Lowrance Chart Plotter Raymarine Speed and Depth Instrument Marine Radio 2 X 12 Volt Deep Cycle Batteries (Both new in 9/20220 Head: Enclosed Head Compartment Convertible Double V-Berth with Privacy Curtain Double Aft Berth Tinted/Wood Hatch Boards 5 Gallon Grey Water Holding Tank Galley: Butane Stove Counter with Sink 5 Gallon Water Supply Tank Dish Storage with Dishes Marine Cooler Electrical Pump Water System Rigging: Boom Topping Lift Boom Vang Easy Mast Raising/Lowing System Fractional Rig with Support Struts Full Batten Mainsail Halyard with Sheet Winches Internal Halyards Leading to Cockpit Line Organizers 4:1 Mainsheet System Mast Crutch for Trailering Outhaul Winch Handles (2) Deck/Hull: 100% Hand-Laid Fiberglass Hull Kick Up Rudder Molded Non-Skid Deck Surfaces Mooring Cleats Outboard Motor Bracket Positive Flotation Recessed Anchor Well Swing Centerboard with Line to Cockpit Stainless Steel Bow Pulpit, Stanchions and Lifelines Stainless Steel Folding Swim Ladder General Safety Group: Anchor with 100’ of Line Electric Auto Bilge Pump Fire Extinguisher Personal Flotation Devices Manual Tiller in case of Wheel Steering Failure

Extra gear included

Many Extra items included

Improvements to the hull, deck, rigging, engine, or interior

Boat is kept at home and in excellent shape

Included Options/Upgrades: Anchor Roller Bimini (6 ft) Navy Blue Aluminum Frame (New) Bimini (4 ft) Navy Blue Stainless Frame (Included) Companionway Canvas Navy Blue (New) Compass Fabric Cushions – Interior Rebuilt Galvanized Trailer specifically for the Hunter 260 Mainsail Cover Navy Blue (New) 2005 9.9 HP Honda High Output Motor (extra prop included) Roller Furling Jib Stern Rail Seats Wheel Steering 5000 BTU Window Portable A/C (Included) Holly and Teak Cabin Floor (extra included) 30’ 30 Amp Shore Power Cord with 110 V Adapter Portable Fan Breeze Booster Self Supporting Fwd Hatch Ventilator Teak Cockpit Drink Holder and Table 3 x 5 Gallon Gasoline Tanks Many Extra items included

Rig and Sails

Auxilary power, accomodations, calculations.

The theoretical maximum speed that a displacement hull can move efficiently through the water is determined by it's waterline length and displacement. It may be unable to reach this speed if the boat is underpowered or heavily loaded, though it may exceed this speed given enough power. Read more.

Classic hull speed formula:

Hull Speed = 1.34 x √LWL

Max Speed/Length ratio = 8.26 ÷ Displacement/Length ratio .311 Hull Speed = Max Speed/Length ratio x √LWL

Sail Area / Displacement Ratio

A measure of the power of the sails relative to the weight of the boat. The higher the number, the higher the performance, but the harder the boat will be to handle. This ratio is a "non-dimensional" value that facilitates comparisons between boats of different types and sizes. Read more.

SA/D = SA ÷ (D ÷ 64) 2/3

• SA : Sail area in square feet, derived by adding the mainsail area to 100% of the foretriangle area (the lateral area above the deck between the mast and the forestay).
• D : Displacement in pounds.

Ballast / Displacement Ratio

A measure of the stability of a boat's hull that suggests how well a monohull will stand up to its sails. The ballast displacement ratio indicates how much of the weight of a boat is placed for maximum stability against capsizing and is an indicator of stiffness and resistance to capsize.

Ballast / Displacement * 100

Displacement / Length Ratio

A measure of the weight of the boat relative to it's length at the waterline. The higher a boat’s D/L ratio, the more easily it will carry a load and the more comfortable its motion will be. The lower a boat's ratio is, the less power it takes to drive the boat to its nominal hull speed or beyond. Read more.

D/L = (D ÷ 2240) ÷ (0.01 x LWL)³

• D: Displacement of the boat in pounds.
• LWL: Waterline length in feet

Comfort Ratio

This ratio assess how quickly and abruptly a boat’s hull reacts to waves in a significant seaway, these being the elements of a boat’s motion most likely to cause seasickness. Read more.

Comfort ratio = D ÷ (.65 x (.7 LWL + .3 LOA) x Beam 1.33 )

• D: Displacement of the boat in pounds
• LOA: Length overall in feet
• Beam: Width of boat at the widest point in feet

Capsize Screening Formula

This formula attempts to indicate whether a given boat might be too wide and light to readily right itself after being overturned in extreme conditions. Read more.

CSV = Beam ÷ ³√(D / 64)

Water ballast model (for ease of trailering - tanks remain full for sailing). Based on the earlier HUNTER 26.

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The Hunter 260 is an American trailerable sailboat, that was designed by Rob Mazza and the Hunter Design Team. The boat was built by Hunter Marine in the United States between 1997 and 2005, but it is now out of production. The Hunter 260 is a development of the Hunter 26.

The Hunter 260 is a small recreational keelboat, built predominantly of fiberglass. It is a fractional B&R rigged sloop, with a transom-hung rudder and a folding centerboard keel. It displaces 5,000 lb (2,268 kg) and carries 2,000 lb (907 kg) of water ballast. The boat has a draft of 6.00 ft (1.83 m) with the centreboard extended and 1.75 ft (0.53 m) with it retracted, allowing beaching or ground transportation on a trailer.

The boat is normally fitted with a small outboard motor for docking and maneuvering. The fresh water tank has a capacity of 20 U.S. gallons (76 L; 17 imp gal). The boat has a PHRF racing average handicap of 213 with a high of 220 and low of 206. It has a hull speed of 6.46 kn (11.96 km/h).

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LOA: 26.25 ft LWL: 23.25 ft Beam: 8.96 ft Draft: 6.00 ft Displacement: 5000.00 lbs Ballast: 2000.00 lbs Hull type: Keel/Cbrd. Hull construction: FG Rigging type: B&R

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Hunter 260 Vs. MacGregor 26 Sailboat (2024): In-depth Differences

Do you crave frequent open-water adventures as the glistening waves rush past you?

Then obviously, getting a boat has popped up in your mind. And today, I’ve brought forth a deep analysis of two of the most fantastic boats you can look into before owning one.

Hunter 260 is expensive, while MacGregor 26 is slightly affordable. Hunter 260 weighs 4420 lbs, whereas MacGregor 26 weighs 2250 lbs.

Now, let’s get into the backbone, the real deal of this discussion. I’m more than ready! Are you?

A Simple Comparison Table

Key differences between hunter 260 and macgregor 26.

The cost factor never slips our minds whenever we are torn between products.

We want to see our money put to good use.

Hunter 260 knows its way around the waters, has a complete electrical system, and is highly sturdy.

The boat is pricey, ranging between $18,750 and $27,800. Disclaimer: it’s worth every penny!

In contrast, MacGregor 26 has a slightly lower cost. You can get this magnificent asset for as low as $10,900. With this boat, you don’t have to worry about rough winds or thirty knots.

Also Read: Differences Between Sea Ray And Stingray Boats .

If there is one factor that varies among boats is the weight. That said, do you prefer a lightweight or a heavy boat? A Hunter 260 has a higher density, weighing 4420 lbs.

Did you know that a heavy vessel has more stability and the ability to stay put even when strong winds and rough waters come their way? Well, now you do!

On the other hand, MacGregor 26 weighs 2250 lbs. The upside of a light watercraft is that it accelerates at a higher rate. Moreover, it tends to react more effectively to trims, lowering drags.

Size is another point of consideration regarding the boat to choose. A Hunter 260 is more minor in size. But don’t let that fool you; this boat can carry 5,000 lbs of weight, which is more than most can handle.

On the contrary, MacGregor 26 is much larger. The overall length is 25.82 feet, the waterline is 23 feet, and the draft is 5.50 feet. So, be the judge; small-sized or a large boat?

Hunter 260 is a small boat, but its amount of space is remarkable. It has more room in the cabin and the cockpit than MacGregor 26. The boat is a home away from home.

Inside the cabin are a large seat, galley, holding tank, and double bed. Your long vacations are possible aboard this one-of-a-kind vessel. I could go further about how incredibly spacious the Hunter 260 is, but I’m sure you already get the point.

Perhaps you live on one side, and all you need is a watercraft to quickly take you to the other side. And now, you are out of choices and don’t know what to do. I have the perfect solution for you.

MacGregor 26 has excellent speed and can push past 24 knots, which is fast enough to handle a water skier. Regarding speed, there is no argument that the MacGregor gets the job done.

• Maintenance

High maintenance can lead to unnecessary costs that can be too expensive for our budget.

MacGregor 26 has low maintenance, so you don’t need to frequently go back to your pockets after purchasing it.

On the flip side, Hunter 260 comes with high maintenance.

Due to constant cracks that cause water infiltration, you need to fix it with epoxy or glass fiber.

Here comes the good part; the cost of maintenance is low.

Hunter 260 and MacGregor 26 are both quality vessels, but one is a giant step ahead. Can you make a guess?

I take that back; let me fill you in on the details. Hunter 260 has quality written all over it. The trim is epic, accurate fittings, and the deck structure is well thought out. Moreover, there are three opening ports and windows that provide you with excellent ventilation.

Horsepower is determined by the amount of power an engine emits. The horsepower of MacGregor is 50 to 70, much higher than Hunter 260. The more the boat’s horsepower, the quicker it is and the more fuel consumption.

Usually, the HP for Hunter is ten, which means the acceleration is reduced. But the upside of this is that fuel usage is reduced.

Which Boat Should Be Your Pick: Hunter 260 Or MacGregor 26?

You can never go wrong with either of these crafts, and that’s the best part. Plus, now that you have more details about them, you can choose wisely.

Are you going for quality or low cost? That’s the first question you should ask yourself.

If quality concerns you the most, Hunter 260 should be more than enough for you. I recommend you go with the same if you want more interior space to boost your comfort.

Nonetheless, you should put MacGregor 26 on your shortlist if you are looking for a lightweight boat with incredibly high speed.

Also Read: Sea-Doo Sportster Or Speedster Jet Boat ?

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Any sailor that has had an experience with MacGregor can confirm their spectacular and unforgettable experience with it. This lightweight boat is made of thin fiberglass that prevents you from running into rocks. Also, with care and caution, you can easily handle troublesome winds.

Under power, a MacGregor 26 50-HP motor can run past 20 knots. A 25 HP can go for 12 to 14 knots.

In 2013, when the production of MacGregor 26 boats stopped, it used to go for $35,000.

Currently, MacGregor manufactures yachts and boats in South Florida, providing buyers and sellers with a wide range of services.

Wrapping Up

The Hunter 260 and MacGregor 26 conversation has been a complete blast! Hopefully, you feel the same way. So, which boat has caught your eye?

Hunter 260 is a bit pricey, but the interior space is spacious, and the quality is exceptional with all comforts of home. However, MacGregor 26 has excellent speed, lighter weight, and, better yet, pocket-friendly. Happy cruising, captain!

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