Hunter Marine's 37-footer represents the builder's commitment to creating affordable family cruising sailboats that prioritize comfort and ease of handling over racing performance. This mid-sized cruiser emerged during Hunter's prolific production years when the manufacturer was establishing its reputation for delivering good value in the recreational sailing market. Built with Hunter's characteristic focus on spacious interiors and user-friendly sailing characteristics, this model appeals primarily to coastal cruisers and weekend sailors seeking a boat that can accommodate family adventures without requiring advanced sailing skills. The design emphasizes stability and predictable handling rather than speed, making it well-suited for relaxed day sailing and short-term cruising. Like other Hunter models from this era, the 37 features a relatively wide beam that maximizes interior volume while maintaining reasonable sailing performance. The boat's moderate sail plan and balanced helm characteristics make it manageable for couples or small crews, even in challenging conditions. While not intended for serious offshore passages or competitive racing, this Hunter excels in its intended role as a comfortable, affordable cruising platform for sailors who value practicality and livability over cutting-edge performance.
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What is the Hunter 37's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Hunter 37 has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 17.22. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Hunter 37's comfort ratio?
The Hunter 37 has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 31.84. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Hunter 37 safe for offshore sailing?
The Hunter 37 has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 1.82. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Hunter 37?
The theoretical hull speed of the Hunter 37 is 7.34 knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Hunter 37 weigh?
The Hunter 37 has a displacement of 14,500 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 37.17 ft.
How much does a used Hunter 37 cost?
Based on 25 recent market listings, used Hunter 37 sailboats typically sell for between $6,500 and $53,999, with a median asking price of $25,000. Price varies significantly based on year, condition, location, and included equipment.
Who designed the Hunter 37?
The Hunter 37 was designed by Hunter Design Team, first built in 1980.