The Hunter 28.5, produced between 1985 and 1988, represents a pivotal era for Hunter Marine as the company transitioned toward the high-volume, performance-oriented cruising market. Designed by naval architect Cortland Steck, the 28.5 was intended to offer a "big boat" feel within a footprint that remained manageable for a shorthanded crew or a young family. During its four-year production run, nearly 800 hulls were completed, making it one of the more successful mid-sized cruisers of the 1980s. It effectively replaced the earlier Cherubini-designed Hunter 27, offering a more modern hull shape with a wider beam carried well aft and a significantly more sophisticated interior.
Used Hunter 28.5 Sailboats for Sale
- Make
- Hunter
- Model
- 28.5
- Builder
- Hunter Marine
- Designer
- Hunter Design
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1985 - 1988
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