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Hunter 54
Designer: Hunter Design Team  ·  Builder: Hunter Marine (Usa)  ·  First built: 1998
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About the Hunter 54

With limited specifications available, the Hunter 54 represents the upper end of Hunter Marine's production sailboat lineup, designed to bridge the gap between performance and comfort for serious cruising sailors. This substantial vessel showcases Hunter's commitment to creating accessible luxury sailing platforms that don't sacrifice practicality for size. Built with Hunter's signature attention to interior volume and livability, the 54 likely features the company's characteristic wide beam and efficient use of space below decks. The design philosophy emphasizes comfortable long-distance cruising while maintaining reasonable sailing performance, making it suitable for extended coastal passages and selective offshore work. Hunter's reputation for building boats that appeal to sailors transitioning from smaller vessels carries through to this model, offering sophisticated systems and appointments without overwhelming complexity. The cockpit design probably prioritizes ease of handling and social spaces, reflecting the company's understanding that boats of this size often serve as floating homes for extended periods. For sailors seeking a production cruiser capable of serious passage-making while retaining the reliability and support network that comes with an established manufacturer, this model represents Hunter's vision of attainable long-distance cruising luxury.

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$40,000 – $40,000
typical asking price
Median $40,000  ·  2 listings used
All listings
$40,000 – $40,000 2
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  • Prices are based on recent asking prices from public listings — not actual sale prices, which are typically lower.
  • Condition is not factored in. A well-maintained boat with new sails and engine can be worth significantly more than a project boat of the same model.
  • Location affects price. Boats in landlocked states or areas with fewer buyers often sell for less than those on the coast.
  • Year of manufacture is not filtered. Older examples of this model will generally be priced lower than newer ones.
  • Included equipment varies widely. A boat with a full suite of electronics, dodger, and new standing rigging may command a large premium.
  • Outliers are automatically excluded using statistical filtering to improve accuracy, but some bad data may remain.
Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 54.00 ft / 16.46 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 46.00 ft / 14.02 m
Beam 15.83 ft / 4.83 m
Max Draft 6.58 ft / 2.01 m
Displacement 40,000 lb / 18,144 kg
Ballast 15,200 lb / 6,895 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 1300 ft² / 120.77 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Hunter Design Team
Builder Hunter Marine (USA)
First Built 1998
Last Built 2005
Number Built 50
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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
42
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
17.75
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
38.0
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
183.46
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. 15.6 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 19.45
J (Foretriangle Base) 20.00 ft / 6.10 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 907.00 ft² / 84.26 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) Diesel
Engine & Accommodations
Fuel Capacity 79 gals / 299 L
Water Capacity 132 gals / 500 L
How It Compares

vs. Catalina 545, J/160, Moody 54

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Dimensions
LOA
Hunter 54 ★
54.0 ft
Catalina 545
54.5 ft
J/160
53.3 ft
Moody 54
53.9 ft
LWL
Hunter 54 ★
46.0 ft
Catalina 545
47.0 ft
J/160
45.0 ft
Moody 54
46.1 ft
Beam
Hunter 54 ★
15.8 ft
Catalina 545
16.3 ft
J/160
15.3 ft
Moody 54
15.9 ft
Displacement
Hunter 54 ★
40 lbs
Catalina 545
38 lbs
J/160
36 lbs
Moody 54
44 lbs
Ballast
Hunter 54 ★
15 lbs
Catalina 545
15 lbs
J/160
15 lbs
Moody 54
14 lbs
Sail Area
Hunter 54 ★
1,300 sq ft
Catalina 545
1,380 sq ft
J/160
1,200 sq ft
Moody 54
1 sq ft
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Hunter 54 ★
42 s/nm
Catalina 545
J/160
Moody 54
72 s/nm
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Hunter 54 ★
17.8
Catalina 545
19.5
J/160
15.7
Moody 54
16.6
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Hunter 54 ★
38.0 %
Catalina 545
40.0 %
J/160
41.7 %
Moody 54
33.9 %
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Hunter 54 ★
Catalina 545
28.9
J/160
40.4
Moody 54
35.3
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Hunter 54 ★
Catalina 545
1.94
J/160
1.51
Moody 54
1.81
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Hunter 54 ★
183
Catalina 545
163
J/160
183
Moody 54
201
Hull Speed
Hunter 54 ★
Catalina 545
9.2 kts
J/160
12.0 kts
Moody 54
9.1 kts
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