Info on Hunter Legend 40.5

Mar 26, 2014
3
Universal Marine Montego Greers Ferry Ar
The Hunter Legend 40.5 has made the short list for boats we are looking at for a live aboard and sailing in the Caribbean. Any help on why this is a good choice or not a good choice will be most appreciated.

Thanks
Ken & Carol
 
Jun 6, 2006
6,990
currently boatless wishing Harrington Harbor North, MD
Been there and done that, the PO also has sailed in the Caribbean and reported that he had a fine time.
Does get a little claustrophobic in the winter but I think that is to be expected. I'd recommend the full Bimini with curtains (and bug screen inserts)
Kinda short on water tankage for a long passage but a water maker or rain catchment would solve that problem.
 
Feb 10, 2004
4,134
Hunter 40.5 Warwick, RI
I predict that you will get a lot of positive opinions on this sailboat. We have sailed our for 16 seasons and are looking forward to number 17.

Two people can handle it nicely, it is roomy and bright with all the ports, and with the tall rig it charges to windward. It accommodates two couples comfortably and the layout is convenient.

It draws just under 5' so you can get into lots of spots. The mast is 62.5' plus antennas and that could be a disadvantage if you have to navigate 65' bridges. I do wish that the holding tank were larger; it is only about 22-25 gallons.

It handles well under power and sail and will back up reasonably well. However like many Hunters it is designed with a flat area just forward of the keel and this area will slap hard when driving into heavy seas. This is probably my only performance criticism.

We do a 6-week cruise to Maine every other year and we are very comfortable. But I think if I were going to live aboard full time, I would like something larger.
 

Rick D

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Jun 14, 2008
7,186
Hunter Legend 40.5 Shoreline Marina Long Beach CA
Had Mine For 15 years

Great boat. One which had been next to mine sailed to Australia. There are others all over the world, some of which have sailed on their own bottoms. Performs well too. I have had my share of podium finishes. See the owner reviews on this site.