Hunter 25-2 Buyer's Guide
The Hunter 25-2 is a trailerable American cruiser that Glenn Henderson designed for Hunter Marine, built from 2005 through 2009. On the used market it is a small, light-displacement shoal-draft boat whose 2-foot keel and mast-raising system were meant for ramp launching rather than bluewater passage. Anyone considering a specific hull should weigh the design's road-friendly nature against its known upwind limitation and check the structure accordingly.
Layouts on the Used Market
Production examples follow a fixed interior plan: sleeping for four via a bow V-berth and an aft double under the cockpit, a starboard galley just forward of the companionway, and a port head beside the steps. Cabin headroom is 64 inches with 10 gallons of water capacity. The walk-through reverse transom and transom-hung wheel rudder are consistent across the class, so layout variation between boats is minimal.
Equipment and Common Upgrades
The boat normally carries a small outboard of up to 10 horsepower for docking. A B&R masthead sloop rig on aluminum spars is standard, and the mast-raising system is integral to the trailerable concept. Buyers should assess each boat on its own rig, outboard, and canvas condition rather than expect a typical upgrade package.
What to Inspect
The one documented design-level concern is the extremely shallow fixed keel: at 2 feet draft it cannot prevent noticeable sideslip upwind anchor. On a viewing, confirm the keel is the standard shoal fin and not modified, then check the leading edge and hull-to-keel joint for ground-impact cracks from trailer or ramp handling. Sail the boat or have it sailed close-hauled if possible; persistent leeway beyond normal is inherent, not a defect, but excessive wander with weather helm could signal keel damage. Inspect the transom-hung rudder and its pintles for play, and verify the mast-raising hardware operates smoothly before committing.
Availability and Buyer's Takeaway
The United Kingdom is the typical market region for these boats. Before purchase, run through a short checklist:
- Confirm the 2-foot shoal keel is intact and unmodified.
- Check rudder pintles for free play.
- Test the mast-raising system at the ramp.
- Verify outboard starts and tilts cleanly.
- Inspect hull-to-deck joint for adhesive failure.
Price & volume trends
Monthly asking-price and listing-volume trends for the Hunter 25-2. The line shows the median ask each month; the bars show how many listings appeared.
Monthly breakdown · 2 rows
| Month | Listings | Median ask | Δ vs. last mo. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 25 | 1 | $15,558 | — |
| Apr 26 | 1 | $11,550 | -25.8% |
Where they're listed
Hunter 25-2 listings appear across 1 country. United Kingdom has the most listings with 2.
Country view
2 listings · 1 country| Country | Median ask | Listings · 12 mo | Active · 90 d | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $13,554 | 2 | 0 | 100.0% |
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| Hunter 25-2You are here | — | $ 13,554 | 2 | 0 |
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