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.
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What is the Hunter Hc 50's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Hunter Hc 50 has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 27.77. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Hunter Hc 50's comfort ratio?
The Hunter Hc 50 has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 18.06. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Hunter Hc 50 safe for offshore sailing?
The Hunter Hc 50 has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 2.21. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Hunter Hc 50?
The theoretical hull speed of the Hunter Hc 50 is 8.99 kn knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Hunter Hc 50 weigh?
The Hunter Hc 50 has a displacement of 20,000.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 50.00 ft.
Who designed the Hunter Hc 50?
The Hunter Hc 50 was designed by Hunter Design, first built in 2000.
