The Reinke Hydra 50 represents the pinnacle of Kurt Reinke’s philosophy: creating a virtually indestructible, go-anywhere voyaging platform that prioritizes safety and self-sufficiency over regatta-style performance. Designed primarily for aluminum or steel construction, the Hydra 50 is a quintessential long-distance blue-water cruiser, often favored by high-latitude explorers and circumnavigators. The design is most famous for its "Asymmetric Twin Keel" (AS-Keel) system, which allows the vessel to stand upright on its own during low tide—a critical feature for remote maintenance or exploring shallow estuaries. While many were professionally built, a significant portion of the global fleet was finished by skilled owners, meaning that while the hull lines remain consistent, the technical execution and interior appointments can vary significantly between hulls.
Reinke Hydra 50 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
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| Source | Year | Make | Model | Price | Cabins | Heads | City | Country | Listing Date | |
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Market Overview
Price & Volume Trends
Monthly breakdown
| Month | Listings | Median Asking Price (USD) |
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| Apr 2025 | 1 | $459,449 |
| Sep 2025 | 1 | $106,027 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
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| Elan Impression 50 | 49.87' | $247,396 | 38 | 13 |
| Beneteau Sense 50 | 49.15' | $312,230 | 35 | 6 |
| Hallberg-Rassy 49 | 49.08' | $259,176 | 27 | 13 |
| Hylas 49 | 48.88' | $400,000 | 19 | 6 |
| Shannon 50 | 50.92' | $209,000 | 14 | 2 |
| Amel Mango 52 | 53' | $179,000 | 11 | 1 |
| Gulfstar 50 | 50' | $89,500 | 10 | 2 |
| Reinke Super 11 | $94,835 | 8 | 3 | |
| St. Francis 50 | 50.03' | $895,000 | 8 | 3 |
| Valiant 50 | 50.67' | $355,000 | 4 | 1 |
| Reinke Hydra 50 | $282,738 | 2 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
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| Germany | $459,449 | 1 | 0 |
| Turkey | $106,027 | 1 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Reinke Hydra 50 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Reinke Hydra 50 over the past 12 months is $282,738. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Reinke Hydra 50 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 2 Reinke Hydra 50 listings over the past 12 months, with 0 listed within the last 90 days.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Reinke Hydra 50?
- Turkey currently has the lowest median asking price at $106,027, while Germany is the most expensive at $459,449 — a 333% difference.
- What are similar sailboats to the Reinke Hydra 50?
- Comparable models include the Elan Impression 50, Beneteau Sense 50, Hallberg-Rassy 49. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.