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Hunter Hc 50
Designer: Hunter Design  ·  Builder: Hunter Marine (Usa)  ·  First built: 2000
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About the Hunter Hc 50

Launched in 2000, this substantial 50-footer represents Hunter Marine's commitment to comfortable cruising performance with modern conveniences. Built with fiberglass construction and featuring a fin keel with spade rudder configuration, the HC 50 delivers solid sailing characteristics suited for both coastal cruising and offshore passages. The yacht's generous 15-foot beam creates impressive interior volume while maintaining respectable sailing performance. With 1,274 square feet of sail area and a displacement of 20,000 pounds, the boat offers a good balance between power and stability. The 6,100-pound ballast provides adequate righting moment for confident handling in varying conditions. Hunter's design philosophy emphasized ease of handling and comfortable living aboard, making this model particularly appealing to cruising couples or families planning extended voyages. The B&R rig configuration simplifies sail management, while the moderate displacement-to-length ratio suggests capable passage-making ability without sacrificing interior comfort. The HC 50's comfort ratio of 18.06 indicates a motion that favors livability over pure racing performance, while the capsize screening formula of 2.21 suggests reasonable stability for offshore work. With a hull speed approaching 9 knots, this yacht can cover ground efficiently while providing the amenities expected in a modern cruising boat.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 50.00 ft / 15.24 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 45.01 ft / 13.72 m
Beam 14.99 ft / 4.57 m
Max Draft 8.00 ft / 2.44 m
Displacement 20,000.00 lb / 9,072 kg
Ballast 6,100.00 lb / 2,767 kg
Ballast Type Lead
Sail Area (Reported) 1,274.00 ft² / 118.36 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type B&R
Construction FG
Designer Hunter Design
Builder Hunter Marine (USA)
First Built 2000
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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
 27.77
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
 30.5
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
 97.92
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
 18.06
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
 2.21
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. 8.99 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
 5.09
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. 2,410.78 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. 22.08
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 58.33 ft / 17.78 m
J (Foretriangle Base) 16.50 ft / 5.03 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 50.00 ft / 15.24 m
E (Mainsail Foot) 21.26 ft / 6.48 m
SA Fore 481.22 ft² / 44.71 m²
SA Main 531.50 ft² / 49.38 m²
SA Total (100%) 1,012.72 ft² / 94.08 m²
Est. Forestay Length 60.62 ft / 18.48 m
Mast Height (DWL) 63.00 ft / 19.20 m
Engine & Accommodations
Engine Make Yanmar
Engine Type Diesel
Fuel Capacity 150 gals / 568 L
Water Capacity 50 gals / 189 L
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