After searching the archives, I am trying to find out more about the Hunter 30 (88-94). If I'm not mistaken, sometimes this model is referred to as the "30T." To what does the "T" refer? Some infer that it is a letter appearing in the hull serial numbers, others to the cockpit design, still others the interior layout (due to the large athwartship double stern berth). Does anybody know for sure? Was this boat designed by Cherubini? Also, what are the major differences in the Hunter 30s built before 88, and 88-94 series? Thanks!
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Tim Schaaf
Not a Cherubini
I am 99.99% sure it is not a Cherubini, as the great architect had stopped designing for Hunter quite a few years before. In fact, I think he may have even passed away by then, but JCII can give us the definitive answer.
I am 99.99% sure it is not a Cherubini, as the great architect had stopped designing for Hunter quite a few years before. In fact, I think he may have even passed away by then, but JCII can give us the definitive answer.
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Jack
Cabin Trunk
I beleive that there were two versions with the T having a more angular cabin trunk while the original had a more sloping trunk. The angular trunk looks like it provides more head room forward. There are probably otherdifferences but I would only be guessing.
I beleive that there were two versions with the T having a more angular cabin trunk while the original had a more sloping trunk. The angular trunk looks like it provides more head room forward. There are probably otherdifferences but I would only be guessing.
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Gary A.
I Owned One of Each
In my past, I owned two different Hunter 30's. One was a 1977 model and another was from 1981. The major difference between the two was the fact that the 1977 version had a U shaped cockpit and the 1981 model had a T shaped cockpit. The 1981 version also had a curved cockpit coaming. As far as I could tell, the two hulls were identical, so if one defines a Cherub by the hull design alone, I would be they both would qualify. It is possible that the design changes were Cherubini designed as well. I'll look forward to hearing John Cherubini II's thoughts on this. The U shaped cockpit was wonderful. It provided three different areas where a normal adult could stretch out for a nap. The T shaped cockpit only provided one seat large enough for that, the aft seat. BTW, on my 1983 H34 even that spot is screwed up by the helmsman's hump. HATE IT! The 1981 model also had a molded anchor locker, while the 1977 version had a sealed line locker and a chain pipe that fed the rode down below. As far as interior differences, the 1977 model had a bulkhead mounted table which folded completely out of the way when not needed, providing a large open space between the port and starboard settees. The 1981 model had a pedestal mounted table that was ALWAYS in the way and impossible to stow. In case you can't tell, even though I loved both boats, I would take one of the earlier U models over the more modern T models in a heartbeat. I just checked the photos on the HOW site and they are mixed. The external shots seem to be of the T, while the internal ones seem to be of the U. Hope this helps, Gary
In my past, I owned two different Hunter 30's. One was a 1977 model and another was from 1981. The major difference between the two was the fact that the 1977 version had a U shaped cockpit and the 1981 model had a T shaped cockpit. The 1981 version also had a curved cockpit coaming. As far as I could tell, the two hulls were identical, so if one defines a Cherub by the hull design alone, I would be they both would qualify. It is possible that the design changes were Cherubini designed as well. I'll look forward to hearing John Cherubini II's thoughts on this. The U shaped cockpit was wonderful. It provided three different areas where a normal adult could stretch out for a nap. The T shaped cockpit only provided one seat large enough for that, the aft seat. BTW, on my 1983 H34 even that spot is screwed up by the helmsman's hump. HATE IT! The 1981 model also had a molded anchor locker, while the 1977 version had a sealed line locker and a chain pipe that fed the rode down below. As far as interior differences, the 1977 model had a bulkhead mounted table which folded completely out of the way when not needed, providing a large open space between the port and starboard settees. The 1981 model had a pedestal mounted table that was ALWAYS in the way and impossible to stow. In case you can't tell, even though I loved both boats, I would take one of the earlier U models over the more modern T models in a heartbeat. I just checked the photos on the HOW site and they are mixed. The external shots seem to be of the T, while the internal ones seem to be of the U. Hope this helps, Gary
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Roy Mosteller
More About The 30T
When Hunter started production of the 30 in 1988 it had a slant cabin top with few windows and was designated as a 30G. I think it was 1990 that Hunter changed the interior and exterior design and called it a 30T. At a visit to the Hunter factory I was told the "T" was spoken of as either "trunk" or "traditional". My 30T is a 1991 model manufactured in August 1990 and was the 21st of the 30T model run. I have a letter from Hunter stating they built 417 30Ts in it's production run. The principal exterior design feature of the 30T is the cabin trunk which is not sloped thus giving much more cabin headroom and lots more window space. I believe the principal interior changes were placement of batteries, fuel tank and holding tank, all of which were moved to stern lockers. In examining the photos of H-30s (88-94) on this site you can distinguish the 30Gs with a slant cabin top and the 30T with a traditional flat cabin top. Frits Hooft in Holland, owner of BLUE NOSE (a 30T), has a great web site on which he has posted quite a few interior and exterior pictures. Anyone interested in seeing a 30T should visit www.xs4all.nl/~fhoo/hunter.htm
When Hunter started production of the 30 in 1988 it had a slant cabin top with few windows and was designated as a 30G. I think it was 1990 that Hunter changed the interior and exterior design and called it a 30T. At a visit to the Hunter factory I was told the "T" was spoken of as either "trunk" or "traditional". My 30T is a 1991 model manufactured in August 1990 and was the 21st of the 30T model run. I have a letter from Hunter stating they built 417 30Ts in it's production run. The principal exterior design feature of the 30T is the cabin trunk which is not sloped thus giving much more cabin headroom and lots more window space. I believe the principal interior changes were placement of batteries, fuel tank and holding tank, all of which were moved to stern lockers. In examining the photos of H-30s (88-94) on this site you can distinguish the 30Gs with a slant cabin top and the 30T with a traditional flat cabin top. Frits Hooft in Holland, owner of BLUE NOSE (a 30T), has a great web site on which he has posted quite a few interior and exterior pictures. Anyone interested in seeing a 30T should visit www.xs4all.nl/~fhoo/hunter.htm
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Dean Strong
Mystery Solved
Ray, I believed you solved the mystery. I have a 30G - same basic hull, with the few differences you mentioned. The "Blue Nose" page was great, and highlighted the differences, the main one of which is the extended cabin trunk (we always bang our heads in the forward cabin, after a year of owning this boat) The 30T has several additional port lights, and a port lazarette that uses the waisted space interior space at the foot of the stern berth. I also notices that the backstays are mounted slightly astern, which allows for rail seats, and possibly a larger roach on the main. But probably the most practical change was the relocation of the batteries and holding tank to the rear locker, which is spacious. Our holding tank was originally located in the head, and moved to under the rear berth, which is a real pain, and severely limits size/capacity. The 30 T is the boat we sailed at our club, and is actually the boat we wanted to buy but ended up with a 30 G instead---got a great price, so am satisfied, as is my curiousity. Thanks for solving the mystery....
Ray, I believed you solved the mystery. I have a 30G - same basic hull, with the few differences you mentioned. The "Blue Nose" page was great, and highlighted the differences, the main one of which is the extended cabin trunk (we always bang our heads in the forward cabin, after a year of owning this boat) The 30T has several additional port lights, and a port lazarette that uses the waisted space interior space at the foot of the stern berth. I also notices that the backstays are mounted slightly astern, which allows for rail seats, and possibly a larger roach on the main. But probably the most practical change was the relocation of the batteries and holding tank to the rear locker, which is spacious. Our holding tank was originally located in the head, and moved to under the rear berth, which is a real pain, and severely limits size/capacity. The 30 T is the boat we sailed at our club, and is actually the boat we wanted to buy but ended up with a 30 G instead---got a great price, so am satisfied, as is my curiousity. Thanks for solving the mystery....
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