1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC vs Hunter 280 — Comparison
1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC
Hunter 280
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC | Hunter 280 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Beneteau | Hunter |
| Year | 1998–2003 | 1998–2003 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | USA |
| Designer | Groupe Finot | Glenn Henderson |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.97 m (36.0 ft) | 8.53 m (28.0 ft) |
| LWL | 9.45 m (31.0 ft) | 7.47 m (24.5 ft) |
| Beam | 3.65 m (12.0 ft) | 2.82 m (9.3 ft) |
| Draft | 1.68 m (5.5 ft) | 1.52 m (5.0 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 7,100 kg (15,653 lbs) | 2,585 kg (5,699 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,500 kg (5,512 lbs) | 998 kg (2,200 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 59.0 m² (635 ft²) | 34.0 m² (366 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 28 HP | 15 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 100 L (26.4 gal) | 45 L (11.9 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 200 L (52.8 gal) | 76 L (20.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 5 |
| Cabins | 2 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC and Hunter 280 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC is a 1990s design by Beneteau from France, while the Hunter 280 is a 1990s offering from Hunter from USA. The 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC was penned by Groupe Finot. The Hunter 280 was designed by Glenn Henderson.
In terms of size, the 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC measures 10.97m (36.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.65m, compared to the Hunter 280 at 8.53m (28.0ft) with a 2.82m beam. The 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC is 2.44m longer than the Hunter 280. The 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC displaces approximately 175% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.23 and 59.0 m² of sail area. The Hunter 280, with an SA/D of 18.35 and 34.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Hunter 280 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 19.8) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.76). The Hunter 280 has a comfort ratio of 16.5 and a capsize screening value of 0.82. The ballast ratios are 35.2% for the 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC and 38.6% for the Hunter 280, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC provides 7 berths in 2 cabins with 200L of water capacity and 100L of fuel. The Hunter 280 offers 5 berths in 1 cabin with 76L water and 45L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC is the better choice for comfortable cruising thanks to its higher comfort ratio, offering a gentler motion at sea that crews will appreciate on longer passages.
For racing: The Hunter 280 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.
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