The Hunter 40-2 (built roughly between 1984 and 1988) represents a pivotal moment in the evolution of Hunter Marine, marking the transition from the traditional IOR-influenced lines of the late 1970s to the high-volume, performance-oriented cruising philosophy that would define the brand for the next three decades. Designed by Cortland Steck, the Hunter 40 was engineered to provide a blend of competitive club racing speed and the creature comforts required for extended coastal cruising. It was a departure from the earlier John Cherubini designs, featuring a more modern underbody, a flatter run aft, and a significantly beamier midsection that allowed for an interior volume previously unseen in 40-foot production monohulls.
Hunter 40-2 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Hunter
- Model
- 40-2
- Builder
- Hunter Marine
- Designer
- Glenn Henderson
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 2012 - ??
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