Hunter 280 vs 1982 Westerly Konsort — Comparison
Hunter 280
1982 Westerly Konsort
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Hunter 280 | 1982 Westerly Konsort |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hunter | Westerly |
| Year | 1998–2003 | 1982–1990 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | UK |
| Designer | Glenn Henderson | Ed Dubois |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 8.53 m (28.0 ft) | 9.50 m (31.2 ft) |
| LWL | 7.47 m (24.5 ft) | 7.70 m (25.3 ft) |
| Beam | 2.82 m (9.3 ft) | 3.10 m (10.2 ft) |
| Draft | 1.52 m (5.0 ft) | 1.07 m (3.5 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 2,585 kg (5,699 lbs) | 4,536 kg (10,000 lbs) |
| Ballast | 998 kg (2,200 lbs) | 1,633 kg (3,600 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 34.0 m² (366 ft²) | 34.0 m² (366 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Bilge |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 15 HP | 15 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 45 L (11.9 gal) | 68 L (18.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 76 L (20.1 gal) | 114 L (30.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 5 | 6 |
| Cabins | 1 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Hunter 280 and 1982 Westerly Konsort represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hunter 280 is a 1990s design by Hunter from USA, while the 1982 Westerly Konsort is a 1980s offering from Westerly from UK. The Hunter 280 was penned by Glenn Henderson. The 1982 Westerly Konsort was designed by Ed Dubois.
In terms of size, the Hunter 280 measures 8.53m (28.0ft) overall with a beam of 2.82m, compared to the 1982 Westerly Konsort at 9.50m (31.2ft) with a 3.10m beam. The 1982 Westerly Konsort is 0.97m longer than the Hunter 280. The 1982 Westerly Konsort displaces approximately 75% 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 1982 Westerly Konsort, with an SA/D of 12.61 and 34.0 m² of canvas, offers modest sail power for its displacement. The Hunter 280 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 1982 Westerly Konsort has a comfort ratio of 22.8 and a capsize screening value of 0.75. The ballast ratios are 38.6% for the Hunter 280 and 36.0% for the 1982 Westerly Konsort, 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 1982 Westerly Konsort offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 114L water and 68L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1982 Westerly Konsort 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 1982 Westerly Konsort 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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