Hunter 280 vs 1978 C&C 24 — Comparison
Hunter 280
1978 C&C 24
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Hunter 280 | 1978 C&C 24 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hunter | C&C Yachts |
| Year | 1998–2003 | 1978–1983 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | Canada |
| Designer | Glenn Henderson | Cuthbertson & Cassian |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 8.53 m (28.0 ft) | 7.32 m (24.0 ft) |
| LWL | 7.47 m (24.5 ft) | 6.10 m (20.0 ft) |
| Beam | 2.82 m (9.3 ft) | 2.44 m (8.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.52 m (5.0 ft) | 1.22 m (4.0 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 2,585 kg (5,699 lbs) | 1,497 kg (3,300 lbs) |
| Ballast | 998 kg (2,200 lbs) | 612 kg (1,349 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 34.0 m² (366 ft²) | 24.0 m² (258 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 15 HP | 7 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 45 L (11.9 gal) | 19 L (5.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 76 L (20.1 gal) | 30 L (7.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 5 | 4 |
| Cabins | 1 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Hunter 280 and 1978 C&C 24 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hunter 280 is a 1990s design by Hunter from USA, while the 1978 C&C 24 is a 1970s offering from C&C Yachts from Canada. The Hunter 280 was penned by Glenn Henderson. The 1978 C&C 24 was designed by Cuthbertson & Cassian.
In terms of size, the Hunter 280 measures 8.53m (28.0ft) overall with a beam of 2.82m, compared to the 1978 C&C 24 at 7.32m (24.0ft) with a 2.44m beam. The Hunter 280 is 1.21m longer than the 1978 C&C 24. The Hunter 280 displaces approximately 73% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Hunter 280 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 18.35 and 34.0 m² of sail area. The 1978 C&C 24, with an SA/D of 18.64 and 24.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 1978 C&C 24 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Hunter 280 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 16.5) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.82). The 1978 C&C 24 has a comfort ratio of 16.8 and a capsize screening value of 0.85. The ballast ratios are 38.6% for the Hunter 280 and 40.9% for the 1978 C&C 24, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Hunter 280 provides 5 berths in 1 cabin with 76L of water capacity and 45L of fuel. The 1978 C&C 24 offers 4 berths in 1 cabin with 30L water and 19L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1978 C&C 24 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 1978 C&C 24 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The Hunter 280 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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