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Hunter 405 Legend
Designer: Hunter Design Team  ·  First built: 2003
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About the Hunter 405 Legend

Built during Hunter Marine's peak production years, this 40-foot cruising sailboat represents the company's commitment to accessible sailing for the average boater. The 405 Legend embodies Hunter's philosophy of creating user-friendly vessels that prioritize comfort and ease of handling over racing performance. Designed primarily for coastal cruising and extended weekend adventures, this sailboat features Hunter's characteristic spacious interior layouts that maximize living space below decks. The boat incorporates the builder's signature shallow draft design, making it well-suited for exploring skinny waters and accessing shallow anchorages that deeper-keeled vessels cannot reach. The 405 Legend typically appeals to sailors seeking a turnkey cruising experience without the complexity of high-performance racing boats. Its design emphasizes stability and predictable handling characteristics, making it particularly attractive to newer sailors or those transitioning from smaller boats. The cockpit and deck layout prioritize safety and convenience, with systems designed for easy single-handed or short-handed operation. While not intended for serious offshore passages, the 405 Legend performs admirably in coastal waters and protected seas, offering a comfortable platform for extended cruising adventures along familiar coastlines.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 40.50 ft / 12.34 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 34.83 ft / 10.62 m
Beam 13.67 ft / 4.17 m
Max Draft 6.33 ft / 1.93 m
Displacement 19,000 lb / 8,618 kg
Ballast 7,600 lb / 3,447 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 780 ft² / 72.46 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Hunter Design Team
First Built 2003
Last Built 2008
Number Built 150
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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
 17.49
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
 40.0
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
 200.75
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
 24.5
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
 2.05
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. 7.91 kn
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. 10.2 pounds/inch
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