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Hunter 336
Designer: Rob Mazza  ·  Builder: Hunter Marine (Usa)  ·  First built: 1995
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About the Hunter 336

Designed by Rob Mazza and built by Hunter Marine starting in 1995, the Hunter 336 represents a well-balanced approach to coastal cruising and weekend sailing. This 33.5-foot sailboat combines Hunter's trademark focus on interior volume with respectable sailing performance, making it an appealing choice for couples or small families seeking comfortable accommodations without sacrificing too much speed. The boat's modern fin keel with bulb and spade rudder configuration provides good maneuverability and upwind performance, while the generous 11.67-foot beam creates impressive interior space for a boat this size. With a displacement of 11,030 pounds and 4,100 pounds of ballast, the Hunter 336 offers adequate stability for coastal cruising and protected offshore passages. Hunter's reputation for creating user-friendly boats shines through in the 336's design, featuring their characteristic roller furling systems and straightforward sail handling. The moderate sail area of 573 square feet paired with the B&R rig makes this boat manageable for short-handed sailing while still providing enough power for spirited performance in moderate conditions. The 27-horsepower engine ensures reliable auxiliary power for maneuvering in tight quarters or motoring in light air conditions.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 33.50 ft / 10.21 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 28.58 ft / 8.71 m
Beam 11.67 ft / 3.56 m
Max Draft 4.50 ft / 1.37 m
Displacement 11,030.00 lb / 5,003 kg
Ballast 4,100.00 lb / 1,860 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 573.00 ft² / 53.23 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/bulb & spade rudder
Rigging Type B&R
Construction FG
Designer Rob Mazza
Builder Hunter Marine (USA)
First Built 1995
Related Sailboats ["Hunter 335" · "Hunter 333" · "Beneteau 347" · "Cs 34" · "Dehler 34 2"]
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Performance Ratios
PHRF Rating PHRF (Performance Handicap Racing Fleet) is a national racing handicap measured in seconds per nautical mile. Lower values indicate faster boats. Ratings are sourced from US Sailing's national database (median across 60+ regional fleets).
Under 0 — Ultralight racer0–90 — Performance racer90–150 — Cruiser/racer150–210 — Typical cruiserOver 210 — Heavy/slow cruiser
 162
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
 18.57
Ballast/Displacement Ballast to Displacement ratio shows what percentage of the boat's total weight is ballast. Higher values generally mean better initial stability and stiffer sail carrying.
30–35% — Typical cruiser35–45% — Stiff performance boatOver 45% — Racing oriented
 37.17
Displacement/Length Displacement to Length ratio measures how heavy a boat is relative to its waterline length. Lower values mean a lighter, faster boat.
Under 100 — Ultralight racer100–200 — Light cruiser/racer200–300 — Moderate cruiser300–400 — Heavy cruiserOver 400 — Very heavy
 210.93
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
 21.5
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
 2.1
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. 7.16 kn
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
 2.75
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. 1,191.73 pounds/inch
SA/Displacement (Calc) Calculated Sail Area to Displacement ratio using actual measured sail dimensions rather than reported values. More precise than the reported SA/Disp figure. 18.6
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 43.00 ft / 13.11 m
J (Foretriangle Base) 11.48 ft / 3.50 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 43.63 ft / 13.30 m
E (Mainsail Foot) 15.00 ft / 4.57 m
SA Fore 246.82 ft² / 22.93 m²
SA Main 327.23 ft² / 30.40 m²
SA Total (100%) 574.05 ft² / 53.33 m²
Est. Forestay Length 44.51 ft / 13.57 m
Mast Height (DWL) 56.00 ft / 17.07 m
Engine & Accommodations
Engine Make Yanmar
Engine Model 3GM30F
Engine Type Diesel
Horsepower 27
Fuel Capacity 30 gals / 114 L
Water Capacity 80 gals / 303 L
How It Compares

vs. Beneteau 347, Cs 34, Hunter 333

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Dimensions
LOA
Hunter 336 ★
33.5 ft
Beneteau 347
33.7 ft
Cs 34
33.5 ft
Hunter 333
33.3 ft
LWL
Hunter 336 ★
28.6 ft
Beneteau 347
28.6 ft
Cs 34
27.7 ft
Hunter 333
28.8 ft
Beam
Hunter 336 ★
11.7 ft
Beneteau 347
11.1 ft
Cs 34
11.3 ft
Hunter 333
11.5 ft
Displacement
Hunter 336 ★
11 lbs
Beneteau 347
9 lbs
Cs 34
10 lbs
Hunter 333
11 lbs
Ballast
Hunter 336 ★
4 lbs
Beneteau 347
3 lbs
Cs 34
—
Hunter 333
4 lbs
Sail Area
Hunter 336 ★
573 sq ft
Beneteau 347
—
Cs 34
—
Hunter 333
520 sq ft
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Hunter 336 ★
162 s/nm
Beneteau 347
—
Cs 34
132 s/nm
Hunter 333
—
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Hunter 336 ★
18.6
Beneteau 347
—
Cs 34
—
Hunter 333
16.8
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Hunter 336 ★
37.2 %
Beneteau 347
38.1 %
Cs 34
—
Hunter 333
40.0 %
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Hunter 336 ★
21.5
Beneteau 347
—
Cs 34
—
Hunter 333
21.7
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Hunter 336 ★
2.10
Beneteau 347
—
Cs 34
—
Hunter 333
2.07
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Hunter 336 ★
210
Beneteau 347
184
Cs 34
221
Hunter 333
206
Hull Speed
Hunter 336 ★
7.2 kts
Beneteau 347
—
Cs 34
—
Hunter 333
7.2 kts
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