The Hunter 18.5 emerged in the late 1980s as a strategic entry in the "pocket cruiser" market, designed by the Hunter Design Team to provide a transition for sailors moving from open dinghies to ballasted keelboats. Produced between 1988 and 1991, the model was a direct successor to the Hunter 17 and served as a smaller, more manageable sibling to the popular Hunter 23. It was engineered specifically for the trailer-sailing enthusiast, prioritizing ease of rigging and a shallow draft. The design features a modern-for-its-time fractional rig and a choice of keels, though the fixed wing keel became the most prevalent configuration, allowing the boat to be launched in relatively shallow water while maintaining a low center of gravity for stability.
Used Hunter 18.5 Sailboats for Sale
- Make
- Hunter
- Model
- 18.5
- Builder
- Hunter Marine
- Designer
- Hunter Design Team
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1987 - 1993
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