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Hunter 38

The new Hunter 38 replaces the popular 386, the last of which rolled out of the Florida plant May 27, 2004 following a highly successful seven year run. Hunter's famed designer and racer Glenn Henderson returned to the drawing board with one focus in mind. "Our goal was to design a boat that was an exceptionally comfortable cruiser, yet offered outstanding performance and easy handling," said Henderson. "Our new 38 has met -- and exceeds -- expectations."

The 38 is Hunter's largest mid-size cruiser in its fleet. While Hunter is quick to acknowledge that the market is competitive in this class, the company believes it is a powerful niche and is confident its new boat will make waves due to its many innovations. In addition, the appearance of the boat itself offers an optional departure featuring red stripes, a red Hunter logo and linen bimini top.

"The look alone will immediately set this boat apart from others in the marketplace," said John Peterson, Hunter Marine's director of sales and marketing. "Not only is this a change from our traditional design and appearance, but the look itself is a standout."

The sail plan for the 38 features a large roach mainsail with flaking system and an anodized B & R double spreader fractional rig with Selden¨ support struts on a conventional mast. Most of the power comes from the mainsail, which Henderson prefers versus relying on a large jib.

"The whole sail plan is aerodynamically efficient," explained Henderson. "I will not design a mast head rig sail plan. The fractional rig with large mainsail delivers better performance, and the smaller head sail means easier sail handling for both passengers and crew."

HKT Kevlar® is used to reinforce the low drag and robust hull. Attention was given to the volumetric distribution of the hull to even out pressures of water movement, utilizing the rudder as a major lift component along with the keel. Hunter uses state-of-the-art computer 3D simulation software -- the same type used by the aviation industry -- for modeling and design testing in sailing conditions without actually having to produce a working model.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Specifications

Specifications
Length Overall 38'2"
11.63 m
LWL 34'8"
10.57 m
Beam 12'11"
3.94 m
Draft (shoal) 5'0"
1.53 m
Draft (deep) 6'6"
1.98 m
Displacement (shoal) 17,674 lbs.
8,024 kg
Displacement (deep) 17,250 lbs
7,832 kg
Mast Height (STD) 59'1"
18.01 m
Mast Height (FURLl) 60'7"
18.47 m
Sail/Triangle Area (STD) 991 ft2
92.07 m2
Sail/Triangle Area (FURL)   843 ft2
78.32 m2
I 46'8" 14.22 m
J 12'1" 3.68 m
P 48'10" 14.88 m
E 19'6" 5.94 m
Headroom 6'6"
1.98 m
Fuel Capacity 35 gal
132 L
Water Capacity 74 gal
284 L
Hold Tank Capacity 34 gal 129 L
Water Heater 6 gal 23 L
Auxillary Power (Yanmar) 27 -40 HP
20-30 kw
Sleeping Capacity 6 6
CE Classification   A
A

Features

RIGGING

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Anodized B&R Double Spreader Fractional Rig
w/Mast Struts – Selden®

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Boom Vang

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Dual Single Line Reefing System

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Large Roach Main w/Flaking System

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110% Furling Jib w/Acrylic Suncover

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Jib Furling System

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Harken® Adjustable Mainsheet Traveler on Arch

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Inboard Jib Tracks w/Adjustable Cars

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Internal Halyards Led to Cockpit

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Mainsail Cover – Hunter Pac

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(2) Sets Line Stoppers and Organizers

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(2) Two-Speed Self-Tailing Rigging Winches

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(2) Two-Speed Self-Tailing Jib Sheet Winches

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(2) Winch Handles

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Windex® Wind Vane

DECK/HULL

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BAnchor Well for Rode and Chain

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Anchor Rollers – Dual Offset

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Balanced Spade Rudder w/Composite Shaft

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(6) Stainless Steel Bow, Stern and Spring Cleats

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Bronze Seacocks w/Thru-Hulls Below Waterline

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Cabin Windshield w/Cover

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Balsa-Cored Hull Sides, Solid FRP Bottom
and Structural Grid Reinforcement

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Dorade Vent

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Double Lifelines w/3 Gates

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(6) Fixed Hull Ports

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Keel – Shoal Draft Bulb Wing, Antimonious Lead

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LPG Tank Storage for Two Bottles

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(9) Opening Deck Hatches w/Screens

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(6) Six Opening Ports w/Screens

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360º Rubrail w/Stainless Steel Insert

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Maxguard Gelcoats for UV Protection

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HKT Kevlar® Hull Reinforcement

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Molded-In Gray Nonskid Walking Surfaces

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Stainless Steel Bow Pulpit

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Stainless Stern Rail w/Seats & Drink Holders

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Stainless Steel Cockpit Arch w/Traveler

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Stainless Steel Telescoping Ladder

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Stainless Steel Stem Fitting

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Through-Bolted Hull/Deck Joint

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Two Transom Storage Lockers

COCKPIT

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Halyard Stowage Wells

 

(3) Cockpit Lockers

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Integral Cockpit Grabrail & Fold-Out Table

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Hinging Helmsman Seat

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Hot/Cold Transom Shower

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Manual Bilge Pump - High Volume

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Whitlock®Direct Drive Steering System
w/Single Lever Engine Control, Wheel

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Brake, Lighted Compass, & Stainless
Steel Wheel Guard

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Walk-Through Transom w/Swim Platform

FWD. CABIN

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Cedar-Lined Hanging Locker

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Private Forward Cabin

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Everwear® Laminate Cabin Sole

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Vanity w/Corian® Countertop

MAIN SALON

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Accordian Window Shades

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Convertible High-Gloss Dinette Table
w/Hinging Leaf

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Designer Fabrics on Cushions

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Everwear® Laminate Cabin Sole

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Handrails

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6’6" Headroom

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Large Cedar-Lined Hanging Locker

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Large Salon Ports

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Navigation Station w/Space for Electronics

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Storage Lockers on Hull Sides

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120 or 240 and 12 Volt Outlets

AFT CABIN (Owner’s Version)

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Built-in Lounging Chair

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Large Cedar-Lined Hanging Locker

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Large Shelves and Dresser Drawers

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(5) Opening Ports/Hatches

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Private Access to Head and Shower

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Vanity Mirror w/Storage Bin
Wet Locker

SYSTEMS/ELECTRONICS

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AC/ DC Switch Panel

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AM/FM Stereo/CD Player w/4 Speakers

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60 Amp Alternator

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Battery Charger – 30 Amp

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Cabin Reading Lights

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Dockside Power w/Cord

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Dual 12-Volt Battery Switches

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Electric Automatic Bilge Pump

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35 Gallon (132 L) Waste Holding Tank
w/Macerator

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75 Gallon (284 L) Water Capacity

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30 Gallon (114 L) Fuel Capacity

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6 Gallon (23 L) Electric Water Heater

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Hot/Cold Pressure Water System

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Isolation Transformer

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Navigation Light Package

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Raymarine® ST60 Digital Depthsounder w/Alarm

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Raymarine® ST60 Digital Knotmeter w/Log
Shower Sump Pump

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Tank Gauges – Fuel, Water & Waste

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VHF Radio w/Stainless Antenna

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Yanmar® 40 HP (29.6 KW) Diesel Auxiliary
w/Two-Blade Prop

GALLEY

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AC and DC Electrical Outlets

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Built-In Waste Bin

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Double Stainless Sinks

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Genuine Corian® Countertops

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3-Burner LPG, Gimbaled Stove w/Oven

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Handrails

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Microwave

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(6) Plates, Bowls & Mugs

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Storage Cabinets and Drawers

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Top Loading Icebox w/Dual Compartments

GENERAL SAFETY GROUP

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Air Horn

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Danforth-Type Anchor and Line

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Automatic Engine Room Fire Extinguishing System

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Carbon Monoxide and Smoke Detectors

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Emergency Tiller

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(2) Fire Extinguishers

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Handheld Flares

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(4) Life Jackets

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Throwable Device

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US Sailing’s Basic Cruising Manual

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– Not Included on CE Boats

OPTIONS

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Air Conditioning

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Aluminum Boom Vang

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Bimini Top – Blue Sunbrella®

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Bottom Paint – Blue

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Cockpit Cushions – White Sunsure®

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Cruising Spinnaker Gear

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Diesel Generator

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Electric Anchor Windlass

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Electric Self-Tailing Halyard Winch

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Epoxy Barrier Coat

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Extended Wheel Guard w/Large Instrument Pod

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15" Flat Panel TV w/DVD Player

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Furling Boom

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High Bilgewater Alarm and Pump

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Painted Hull

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In-Mast Furling System w/Rigid Vang

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Innerspring Mattress

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Inverter

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Keel – Deep (Antimonious Lead)

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Leather Interior Cushions

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Quiet Flush Head

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Raymarine® ST290 Basic Package

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Raymarine® ST290 Premier Package

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Raymarine® Autopilots

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Raymarine® GPS

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Raymarine® ST60 WindMachine

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Refrigeration System w/Freezer

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Remote Mike for VHF

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Spinnaker Winches

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Three-Blade Prop

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Tri-Cabin Version

 

 

 

Hunter Marine reserves the right to modify or change, without notice, any materials, specifications, equipment and/or accessories. All measurements are approximate. Standard equipment may vary for products sold outside the United States.

 

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