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Gt 26 Hinterhoeller
Designer: George Hinterhoeller  ·  Builder: Hinterhoeller Yachts Ltd.  ·  First built: 1983
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About the Gt 26 Hinterhoeller

Built by the respected Canadian manufacturer Hinterhoeller Yachts, this 26-foot sailboat represents solid construction and practical design philosophy that made the company well-regarded among sailors seeking quality fiberglass vessels. Hinterhoeller developed a strong reputation during their active years for producing boats that balanced performance with affordability, making sailing accessible to a broader range of enthusiasts. While detailed specifications remain scarce, the GT 26 likely embodies the design principles typical of Hinterhoeller's approach: sturdy construction, functional layouts, and sailing characteristics suited for both learning and recreational cruising. The boat would be appropriately sized for coastal sailing, weekend cruising, and sail training applications where manageable size and reliable performance matter most. Hinterhoeller boats generally featured practical cockpit layouts and sensible accommodations that maximized the available space efficiently. For sailors researching this model, the limited available information suggests focusing on individual boat condition and history becomes particularly important. The GT 26 would appeal most to sailors seeking a modest-sized cruiser from a manufacturer with a solid reputation for building honest, well-constructed boats during an era when quality often took precedence over marketing sophistication.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 26.15 ft / 7.97 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 22.31 ft / 6.80 m
Beam 8.50 ft / 2.59 m
Max Draft 3.94 ft / 1.20 m
Displacement 4,500.00 lb / 2,041 kg
Ballast 1,700.00 lb / 771 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 339.00 ft² / 31.49 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/transom hung rudder
Rigging Type Cat (Marconi)
Construction FG balsa cored deck
Designer George Hinterhoeller
Builder Hinterhoeller Yachts Ltd.
First Built 1983
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Performance Ratios
SA/Displacement Sail Area to Displacement ratio measures how much sail power a boat has relative to its weight. Higher values mean more performance and speed.
Under 14 — Heavy cruiser, slow14–18 — Cruising sailboat18–22 — Cruiser/racerOver 22 — Performance racer
19.96
Comfort Ratio Ted Brewer's Comfort Ratio predicts how comfortable a boat will feel in offshore conditions. Higher values mean a steadier, more comfortable motion in a seaway.
Under 20 — Uncomfortably rough20–30 — Acceptable coastal30–40 — Good offshore comfortOver 40 — Very comfortable offshore
17.13
Capsize Screening Formula The USHS Capsize Screening Formula estimates offshore capsize risk. Lower is safer — values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing.
Under 2.0 — Safe for offshore2.0–2.2 — Borderline offshoreOver 2.2 — Coastal use recommended
2.06
Hull Speed Hull Speed is the theoretical maximum speed of a displacement hull, calculated from waterline length. Most cruising sailboats reach this speed in moderate conditions. 6.33
S# (Speed Number) The Speed Number (S#) is a quick performance index. Higher values indicate a faster, more powerful design relative to its size.
Under 3.0 — Slow cruiser3.0–5.0 — Average cruiser5.0–7.0 — Performance cruiserOver 7.0 — Racer
2.9
Pounds/Inch Immersion Pounds per Inch Immersion (PPI) tells you how much weight is needed to sink the boat one inch. Useful for calculating how additional gear and stores affect waterline. 677.59
Rig Dimensions
P (Mainsail Luff) 36.0
E (Mainsail Foot) 15.75
SA Main 283.5
How It Compares

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Dimensions
LOA
Gt 26 Hinterhoeller ★
26.2 ft
Hallberg Rassy 26
26.1 ft
Mirage 26 Perry
26.2 ft
Ranger 26 Mull
26.3 ft
LWL
Gt 26 Hinterhoeller ★
22.3 ft
Hallberg Rassy 26
20.7 ft
Mirage 26 Perry
21.7 ft
Ranger 26 Mull
21.8 ft
Beam
Gt 26 Hinterhoeller ★
8.5 ft
Hallberg Rassy 26
8.8 ft
Mirage 26 Perry
9.3 ft
Ranger 26 Mull
8.7 ft
Displacement
Gt 26 Hinterhoeller ★
4 lbs
Hallberg Rassy 26
5 lbs
Mirage 26 Perry
4 lbs
Ranger 26 Mull
5 lbs
Ballast
Gt 26 Hinterhoeller ★
1 lbs
Hallberg Rassy 26
2 lbs
Mirage 26 Perry
2 lbs
Ranger 26 Mull
2 lbs
Sail Area
Gt 26 Hinterhoeller ★
339 sq ft
Hallberg Rassy 26
Mirage 26 Perry
313 sq ft
Ranger 26 Mull
322 sq ft
Performance
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Gt 26 Hinterhoeller ★
20.0
Hallberg Rassy 26
Mirage 26 Perry
17.7
Ranger 26 Mull
15.9
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Gt 26 Hinterhoeller ★
17.1
Hallberg Rassy 26
Mirage 26 Perry
16.5
Ranger 26 Mull
22.1
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Gt 26 Hinterhoeller ★
2.06
Hallberg Rassy 26
Mirage 26 Perry
2.20
Ranger 26 Mull
1.93
Hull Speed
Gt 26 Hinterhoeller ★
6.3 kts
Hallberg Rassy 26
Mirage 26 Perry
6.2 kts
Ranger 26 Mull
6.3 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Gt 26 Hinterhoeller ★
2.9
Hallberg Rassy 26
Mirage 26 Perry
2.7
Ranger 26 Mull
2.0
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