Designed by Chuck Burns and produced by Hunter Marine from 1996 to 2002, this compact 21-footer represents an interesting approach to small sailboat design with its combination keel and centerboard configuration. The Hunter 212's fractional sloop rig carries 202 square feet of sail area, providing spirited performance for coastal sailing and day trips. With a beam of just over 9 feet and ABS/fiberglass construction, this boat offers reasonable stability for its size while maintaining trailerable dimensions. The keel-centerboard design allows for versatility in cruising grounds – the fixed keel portion provides primary stability and ballast, while the centerboard can be raised for shallow water exploration or easy launching from ramps. At 1,800 pounds displacement with 140 pounds of ballast, the 212 prioritizes ease of handling over heavy-weather capability, making it well-suited for protected waters, lakes, and near-coastal sailing. The relatively low comfort ratio of 7.69 suggests this is primarily a day-sailing and weekend cruising boat rather than an extended cruising platform. The boat's hull speed of 5.69 knots and sail area-to-displacement ratio of 21.89 indicate decent light-air performance, while the capsize screening value of 3.02 reinforces its intended use in moderate conditions rather than offshore passages.
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What is the Hunter 212's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Hunter 212 has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 21.89. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Hunter 212's comfort ratio?
The Hunter 212 has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 7.69. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Hunter 212 safe for offshore sailing?
The Hunter 212 has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 3.02. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Hunter 212?
The theoretical hull speed of the Hunter 212 is 5.69 kn knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Hunter 212 weigh?
The Hunter 212 has a displacement of 1,800.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 21.00 ft.
How much does a used Hunter 212 cost?
Based on 6 recent market listings, used Hunter 212 sailboats typically sell for between $4,000 and $4,000, with a median asking price of $4,000. Price varies significantly based on year, condition, location, and included equipment.
Who designed the Hunter 212?
The Hunter 212 was designed by Chuck Burns, first built in 1996.