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Hunter 35 Legend Wk

Masthead Sloop · Wing Keel

Designed by Hunter Design Team · Built by Hunter Marine (Usa) · First built 1995

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LOA 35.00 ft  ·  Beam 12.00 ft  ·  Displacement 13,400 lb  ·  Sail Area 587 ft²  ·  Masthead Sloop  ·  Wing Keel
About the Hunter 35 Legend Wk Sailboat

Built during Hunter Marine's productive era, this 35-foot cruising sailboat represents the company's commitment to accessible family sailing. The Legend Wk designation suggests this model incorporated Hunter's characteristic approach to comfortable coastal cruising, prioritizing spacious interiors and user-friendly sailing characteristics over pure performance. Hunter's design philosophy during this period emphasized creating boats that appealing to weekend sailors and coastal cruisers seeking comfort without sacrificing reasonable sailing ability. The 35-footer likely featured the builder's typical broad beam configuration, providing generous interior volume that made extended time aboard more enjoyable for families and couples. While detailed specifications remain limited, boats of this size and vintage from Hunter typically excelled at protected water sailing, coastal exploration, and extended weekends on the hook. The design would have incorporated moderate displacement characteristics common to production cruisers of its era, offering a balance between stability and performance suitable for intermediate sailors. This model fits well within Hunter's reputation for building practical, affordable cruising boats that opened sailing to broader audiences. For prospective buyers seeking a capable coastal cruiser with comfortable accommodations, the 35 Legend Wk represents Hunter's focus on accessible sailing without compromising essential seaworthiness for its intended cruising grounds.

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Dimensions & Specifications
LOA (Length Overall) 35.00 ft / 10.67 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 29.00 ft / 8.84 m
Beam 12.00 ft / 3.66 m
Max Draft 4.33 ft / 1.32 m
Displacement 13,400 lb / 6,078 kg
Ballast 5,500 lb / 2,495 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 587 ft² / 54.53 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Wing keel
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Hunter Design Team
Builder Hunter Marine (USA)
First Built 1995
Last Built 2000
Number Built 150
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Hunter 35 Legend Wk's sail area to displacement ratio?

The Hunter 35 Legend Wk has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 16.62. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.

What is the Hunter 35 Legend Wk's comfort ratio?

The Hunter 35 Legend Wk has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 22.67. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.

Is the Hunter 35 Legend Wk safe for offshore sailing?

The Hunter 35 Legend Wk has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 2.04. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.

What is the hull speed of the Hunter 35 Legend Wk?

The theoretical hull speed of the Hunter 35 Legend Wk is 7.31 knots, calculated from its waterline length.

How much does a Hunter 35 Legend Wk weigh?

The Hunter 35 Legend Wk has a displacement of 13,400 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 35.00 ft.

Who designed the Hunter 35 Legend Wk?

The Hunter 35 Legend Wk was designed by Hunter Design Team, first built in 1995.

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