Minimum H.P.?

[Mark Crociati]

Can anyone suggest the minimum horse power I can use for a Hunter 25' for ocean sailing. And what would the maximun H.P. be that I would need to move against strong currents such as the Cape Cod Canal.Any expertise in this area would be appreciated.Thanks,M.C.mcrociati@aol.com

 

[Richard Marble]

This should do the trick

Take a look at a Vetus M2.D5 4 stroke/2 cyl. in line diesel Mitsubishi (13 hp) for pricing and a color catalog call 1-800-786-7639. I bought one in a 16 horse power for my Hunter 27 and could not be happier. (The price was right too.)

 

[Guest]

Minimum Horsepower

Are we talking Outboard? The H270 has an inboard diesel as an option but I think all H25s use outboards. (Could be wrong here)Seems to me you ought to be talking about Maximum HP. You can only put so much torque on the transom of a Hunter 25. For the 25 foot Hunter I think the company recommends a max of 10 hp although some are using 15 Hp. I've been told the 15 us usually just a sooped up version of the 10 HP

 

[Mark Crociati]

Inboard

Thanks for your reply, I need all the get-up-to-speed info. I can get. My new-used Hunter has an inboard Yanmar but I don't believe it works (boat won't arrive in my yard for two more weeks). I wonder what the chances are that an old inboard of this ilk and type could come back to life!Signed, advanced sailor (day sailors) but beginner cruiser.Mark Crociati

 

[Mark Crociati]

Thank you,

Thanks