1996 Hunter 260
A nice trailerable pocket cruiser for family fun. Easy to rig and launch. Performance on all points of sail are enhanced by the high aspect center board and rudder. The 2,000 lb. water ballast takes weight off the tow vehicle for easy towing.
The Hunter 260 offers accommodations not typically found on trailer-able sailboats - a small galley, enclosed head and sleeping accommodations for four people, assuming two are small children. To package all this and still keep weight to a level that can be towed by most full-sized automobiles and SUVs, Hunter uses a water ballast system rather than fixed ballast. Length overall of the 260 is 26' 3", beam is 8'5', draft is 1' 9" with the centerboard fully raised and 6' even with it lowered; weight, with no ballast and no gear, is an even 3,000 lbs. The 260 is intended for use near coastal and protected waters and Hunter has done a great job devising a one-person system for raising and lowering the mast that works well. The cockpit is large and comfortable and open at the stern for easy boarding as well as quick access to the outboard rudder and motor the nice wheel steering The main cabin features very comfortable accommodations for a 26-footer - with 5' 7" standing head room. There is a U-shaped dinette on centerline which seats four adults comfortably. To the port side aft, there is an enclosed head with porta-potty and wash basin. The small galley is opposite and has a single-burner butane stove and small sink. A double berth is beneath the cockpit . Auxiliary power is provided by a 9.9 hp Mercury outboard engine mounted on a bracket at the starboard stern.Hunter's wheel steering connects the outboard motor so that it turns when the rudder is turned, is a definite plus for ease of docking or maneuvering in tight spaces. All extras added after 2006 including motor which is a 2008 Mercury. Roller furler and main were reconditioned with umbrella added to furler. Trailer reconditioned with new brakes. Has cockpit canvas with stainless steel frame. It also has the camper package that is like new. This makes the salon very large and roomy for overnights. Has an installed stereo with cabin and cockpit speakers. Professional cockpit cushions. No damage to hull or bottom Most of life in Fresh water, 1 season now in salt water. engine flushed regularly.Engine Had complete tune up at end October 2015. Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE
