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Hunter 36 Legend

B&R · Fin W/Spade Rudder

Designed by Glen Henderson · Built by Hunter Marine · First built 2001

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Hunter 36 Legend sailboat — on the water
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LOA 35.73 ft  ·  Beam 12.34 ft  ·  Displacement 14,220.00 lb  ·  Sail Area 721.00 ft²  ·  B&R  ·  Fin W/Spade Rudder
About the Hunter 36 Legend Sailboat

Designed by Glen Henderson and built by Hunter Marine starting in 2001, this 36-footer represents Hunter's commitment to creating accessible cruising sailboats for the recreational market. The Legend features a modern fin keel with spade rudder configuration and fiberglass construction, delivering predictable handling characteristics that appeal to both newer sailors and experienced cruisers seeking comfort over racing performance. With a displacement of 14,220 pounds and 5,075 pounds of ballast, the Hunter 36 Legend offers stability for coastal cruising and short offshore passages. The boat's 12.34-foot beam provides generous interior volume, a hallmark of Hunter's design philosophy that prioritizes livability. Her sail area of 721 square feet and Bermuda rigged configuration deliver adequate performance for cruising, while the theoretical hull speed of 7.52 knots matches expectations for a moderate displacement cruiser. The comfort ratio of 23.59 indicates this boat prioritizes ease of motion over racing speed, making it well-suited for extended coastal cruising and weekend sailing. The capsize screening formula of 2.04 suggests reasonable stability for protected waters and moderate conditions. Hunter Marine built a reputation for value-oriented cruising boats, and the 36 Legend continues this tradition with practical features and straightforward systems that appeal to cruising sailors seeking reliability over cutting-edge performance.

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The fin keel attachment on this era of Hunter uses a shallow sump with relatively few keel bolts. Keel-to-hull joint cracking and weeping are reported, and the joint should be inspected carefully for movement, stress cracking, or rust staining indicating fastener corrosion.
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The chainplate backing plates on Hunter boats of this era are often undersized aluminum plates embedded in the balsa-cored deck rather than running to structural bulkheads, leading to pull-through risk if core is saturated. Verify backing plate integrity.
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Hunter's hull-to-deck joint on this era of boats uses a toerail-bolted flange that is prone to leaking. Water intrusion along the joint can migrate below decks and cause core saturation in the side decks.
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Dimensions & Specifications
LOA (Length Overall) 35.73 ft / 10.89 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 31.53 ft / 9.61 m
Beam 12.34 ft / 3.76 m
Max Draft 5.00 ft / 1.52 m
Displacement 14,220.00 lb / 6,450 kg
Ballast 5,075.00 lb / 2,302 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 721.00 ft² / 66.98 m²
Headroom 6.42 ft / 1.96 m
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type B&R
Construction FG
Designer Glen Henderson
Builder Hunter Marine
First Built 2001
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Engine & Accommodations
Engine Type Diesel
Horsepower 29
Fuel Capacity 38 gals / 144 L
Water Capacity 75 gals / 284 L
LOD 34.64 ft / 10.56 m
Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Hunter 36 Legend's sail area to displacement ratio?

The Hunter 36 Legend has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 19.73. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.

What is the Hunter 36 Legend's comfort ratio?

The Hunter 36 Legend has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 23.59. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.

Is the Hunter 36 Legend safe for offshore sailing?

The Hunter 36 Legend 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 36 Legend?

The theoretical hull speed of the Hunter 36 Legend is 7.52 kn knots, calculated from its waterline length.

How much does a Hunter 36 Legend weigh?

The Hunter 36 Legend has a displacement of 14,220.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 35.73 ft.

Who designed the Hunter 36 Legend?

The Hunter 36 Legend was designed by Glen Henderson, first built in 2001.

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