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HUNTER - 49 - For Sale

The 49byHUNTERis a capablesail yachtpositioned in thecruising sailboat segment, built on a durablefiberglassfoundation. Guided purchases and listings are handled by Andrey Shestakov and the team at Shestakov Yacht Sales.

Selecting a 49

Choose the 49if you value a 49-foot platform with a 14-foot beam, reliable inboard diesel power from Yanmar, and the security of a Deep Vee hull. With accommodations for up to 8 and two heads, it suits sailors seeking a practicalsail yachtfor extended cruising within thecruising sailboat market. Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales can help you evaluate whether this configuration aligns with your plans.

Features of the Model

Deep Vee hull by designer Glenn Henderson for confident handling and directional stability.

Efficient cruising profile: 7 knots cruise, 8 knots max, driven by a single inboard Yanmar diesel.

Practical capacities for passagemaking: 150 gallons of fuel and 67 gallons of water.

Robust construction with a fiberglasshull and fiberglass deck.

Interior arrangements for up to 8 with 2 heads support longer itineraries.

Technical Specifications

Model: 49

Builder: HUNTER

Type: sail yacht

Segment: cruising sailboat

Hull material: fiberglass

Deck material: Fiberglass

Hull configuration: Deep Vee

Hull designer: Glenn Henderson

LOA: 49 ft (15.22 m)

Beam: 14 ft (4.5 m)

Draft: 18.045 ft (5.5 m)

Cruise speed: 7 kn (8.06 mph)

Max speed: 8 kn (9.21 mph)

Engine: 1 x Yanmar, Inboard, Diesel

Fuel capacity: 150 gal

Water capacity: 67 gal

Accommodation: up to 8

Heads: 2

Pricing and Ordering

For current pricing, availability, or to list your 49byHUNTER, contact Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales. We’ll outline market timing, comparable options in thecruising sailboatspace, and coordinate inspections and logistics.

Questions and Answers

Q: What type of yacht is the 49byHUNTER? A: It’s asail yachtin thecruising sailboat categorywith afiberglasshull. This aligns it withcruisinguse cases and versatile itineraries.

Q: How many people can it accommodate, and how many heads are onboard? A: The 49is arranged for up to8 accommodationsand includes2 heads, supporting family sailing and guest trips.

Q: What are the performance figures for the model? A: Expect a cruise speedof 7 knots (8.06 mph) and amax speedof 8 knots (9.21 mph), powered by a singleYanmarinboarddiesel.

Q: Who designed the hull and what configuration does it use? A: The hull is by Glenn Hendersonand uses aDeep Veeconfiguration, paired withfiberglassconstruction and a fiberglass deck.

Q: How do I buy or list a 49with Shestakov Yacht Sales? A: Reach out toAndrey Shestakovat Shestakov Yacht Sales forpricing,availability, comps within thecruising sailboat market, and a tailored transaction plan.

Owner Experience Review

Owners of the HUNTER49tend to use it as a roomy, family-oriented cruiser and as a flexible charter platform. The high-volume interior, three- and four-cabin layouts, and generous tankage make extended passages and liveaboard stints straightforward, while the large cockpit with twin helms invites weekend entertaining. The saloon feels bright and airy thanks to abundant opening ports and notable headroom, though the same high freeboard that keeps the cockpit dry can make boarding from floating docks a little awkward.

Under sail, the 49is generally described as stiff, carrying a moderate heel and tracking well on a reach and close reach. Typical owner reports cite cruising speeds around 7–8 knots on a beam reach in mid-teens of wind, with higher numbers possible as conditions build. Light-air performance is the common caveat: below about 12 knots of breeze the standard self-tacking jib leaves the boat underpowered, and many owners favor a larger genoa to wake it up.

Day-to-day upkeep is helped by thoughtful service access, including reachable through-hulls and emergency-tiller provisions, and several reviewers have called out easier maintenance relative to peers. At the same time, owner threads mention occasional leaks around decks, hatches, or skin fittings, and some production-quality quibbles; a diligent pre-purchase survey of gelcoat, core, and deck hardware is widely advised. The design has been reviewed as a moderate passagemaker with offshore-minded features, and some owners have used it for extended cruises.

Pros and Cons

Voluminous, light-filled interior with high headroom supports comfortable liveaboard and family cruising.

Flexible three- and four-cabin layouts with ample tankage suit long-distance cruising and charter roles.

Stiff, dry ride with good tracking, plus a large cockpit and twin helms for social sailing.

Underpowered in light air with the standard self-tacking jib; a larger genoa markedly improves drive.

High freeboard complicates boarding from floating docks and may call for a step.

Reports of leaks and some production-quality niggles make a thorough survey prudent.

Comparison with Other Models

Model	LOA	Beam	Draft	Speed (Cruising/Max)	Gross Tonnage
49	49' 0" (15.22 m)	14' 0" (4.50 m)	18' 1" (5.50 m)	7 kn / 8 kn	-
340	34' 0" (10.36 m)	-	-	-	-
30T	30' 0" (9.35 m)	11' 0" (3.35 m)	13' 8" (4.17 m)	-	-
31	31' 0" (9.55 m)	11' 0" (3.35 m)	17' 3" (5.25 m)	-	-
50 Center Cockpit	50' 0" (15.24 m)	14' 0" (4.50 m)	18' 1" (5.50 m)	-	33
410	40' 0" (12.34 m)	13' 0" (4.17 m)	19' 11" (6.08 m)	-	-
33	33' 0" (10.21 m)	11' 0" (3.50 m)	14' 9" (4.50 m) – 18' 1" (5.50 m)	5.34 kn / 10 kn	5
336	34' 0" (10.36 m)	11' 0" (3.58 m)	14' 9" (4.50 m)	7 kn / 9 kn	12.33
356	34' 0" (10.52 m)	12' 0" (3.66 m)	16' 5" (5 m)	-	-
44	44' 0" (13.41 m)	14' 0" (4.37 m)	16' 5" (5 m)	-	-