Licensed Yacht BrokersSales and service of yachts and shipsThe LEGEND 37.5byHUNTERis a versatilesail yachtandsloopbuilt on afiberglass and plasticmonohull by hull designer Warren Luhrs with interiors by John Cherubini. Represented by Andrey Shestakov and the team at Shestakov Yacht Sales.
Selecting a LEGEND 37.5
Choose the LEGEND 37.5if you want a manageablesail yachtwith true cruising capability and straightforward handling as asloop. With 37 ft (11.4 m) LOA and a 12 ft (3.91 m) beam, this monohull balances space and performance, offering a 7 kn cruising speed and up to 9 kn maximum. Accommodations for six and a single head make it a practical choice for weekenders or extended coastal trips. Shestakov Yacht Sales and Andrey Shestakov can guide you through availability and suitable configurations.
Features of the Model
- Monohull configuration with a fiberglass and plastichull and fiberglass deck
- Designers: hull by Warren Luhrs; interior by John Cherubini
- Propulsion: single Yanmar diesel engine
- Practical capacities: 75 gal freshwater and 35 gal fuel
- Sleeps up to 6 with 1 head, suited to family cruising or small crews
Technical Specifications
- Type: sail yacht/sloop
- Builder: HUNTER
- Model: LEGEND 37.5
- Hull: fiberglass and plastic; configuration: Monohull; deck: Fiberglass
- Hull Designer: Warren Luhrs; Interior Designer: John Cherubini
- LOA: 37 ft (11.4 m)
- Beam: 12 ft (3.91 m)
- Draft (min/max): 16.142 ft (4.92 m) / 21.063 ft (6.42 m)
- Speeds: 7 kn cruise (8.06 mph); 9 kn max (10.36 mph)
- Gross tonnage: 14.5
- Engines: 1 x Yanmar; fuel type: Diesel
- Accommodation: 6 berths; Sleeps: 6; Heads: 1
- Capacities: Water 75 gal; Fuel 35 gal
Pricing and Ordering
For current pricing, availability, and to schedule a viewing of the LEGEND 37.5, contact Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales. Our brokerage will provide model-specific guidance, comparisons withinsail yachts, and support from initial inquiry to closing.
Questions and Answers
Q: What type of boat is the LEGEND 37.5? A: It’s asail yachtconfigured as asloopon afiberglass and plastichull, with amonohulllayout.
Q: How fast does it go? A: The LEGEND 37.5has acruising speedof 7 kn (8.06 mph) and amaximum speedof 9 kn (10.36 mph).
Q: What are the key dimensions? A: LOAis 37 ft (11.4 m),beamis 12 ft (3.91 m), anddraftranges from 16.142 ft (4.92 m) to 21.063 ft (6.42 m).
Q: What powers the boat and what are the capacities? A: A single Yanmardieselengine powers the yacht.Fuel capacityis 35 gal andwater capacityis 75 gal.
Q: How many people can sleep aboard and who designed it? A: It sleeps6 with1 head. Design credits go to hull designerWarren Luhrsand interior designerJohn Cherubini. For purchasing details, reach out to Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales.
Owner Experience Review
Owners describe the LEGEND 37.5fromHUNTERas a fast, forgiving cruiser that shines in family and coastal cruising, with many using it for weekend leisure and day sailing thanks to its large cockpit and easy handling. A few owners report living aboard—particularly boats from the early 1990s—highlighting that the interior volume and layout can support extended coastal seasons. It’s generally regarded as a responsive coastal performer rather than a bluewater passagemaker, and it is not commonly cited as a charter platform.
Comfort is a recurring praise point: more than one owner has likened the room below to “most 40-foot boats,” noting livability for couples and families, teak or teak-style joinery, and L-shaped galley arrangements (with some layout variation by year). On the flip side, multiple owners caution against the shoal draft version as very tender and leeway-prone. Typical age-related maintenance watchpoints include deck core delamination around the mast step, midships, and shroud areas; rainwater leaks around fixed ports; corrosion at the aluminum steering quadrant and exposed cables; plus diligence after long engine layups. Surveyors also flag gelcoat cracks, diesel-line washer leaks, and keel/hull connection leaks after groundings—areas most buyers now inspect closely.
Pros and Cons
Pros:
- Fast and responsive for its size, with owners calling it easy to sail for coastal cruising.
- Big cockpit and straightforward handling suit weekend outings and family trips.
- Generous interior volume—likened by owners to many 40-footers—supports comfortable living for couples and families.
Cons:
- Shoal-draft version is reported as very tender and prone to leeway, and many owners avoid it.
- Recurring issues include deck-core delamination near mast/shrouds and rainwater leaks at fixed ports.
- Steering gear can suffer corrosion at the aluminum quadrant and exposed cables, warranting close inspection.
Comparison with Other Models
| Model | LOA | Beam | Draft | Speed (Cruising/Max) | Gross Tonnage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LEGEND 37.5 | 37' 0" (11.40 m) | 12' 0" (3.91 m) | 16' 2" (4.92 m) – 21' 1" (6.42 m) | 7 kn / 9 kn | 14.5 |
| 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) | - | - |
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