Hunter 19-2 vs Marlow-Hunter 33
How do the Hunter 19-2 and Marlow-Hunter 33 compare? Below, their dimensions, displacement, sail area and the standard design ratios side by side, followed by a data-driven summary.
Hunter 19-2 | Hunter 19-2 | Marlow-Hunter 33 | |
|---|---|---|
| Length overall | 19.0 ft5.79 m | 33.5 ft10.21 m |
| Waterline length | 15.9 ft4.85 m | 29.4 ft8.97 m |
| Beam | 7.8 ft2.36 m | 11.5 ft3.51 m |
| Draft | 4.7 ft1.42 m | 5.5 ft1.68 m |
| Displacement | 2,000 lb907 kg | 12,400 lb5,625 kg |
| Ballast | —— | 3,459 lb1,569 kg |
| Sail area | 167 ft²15.5 m² | 454 ft²42.2 m² |
| SA / Displacement | 16.83 | 13.56 |
| Displacement / Length | 221 | 217 |
| Comfort ratio | 12.0 | 24.2 |
| Capsize screening | 2.46 | 1.99 |
| Hull speed (kn) | 5.3 | 7.3 |
Hunter 19-2 vs Marlow-Hunter 33: the short version
- The Marlow-Hunter 33 is the larger boat at 33.5 ft10.21 m LOA versus 19.0 ft5.79 m for the Hunter 19-2.
- The Marlow-Hunter 33 is heavier, displacing about 520% more, which usually means a steadier but slower-to-accelerate hull.
- On sail area/displacement the Hunter 19-2 carries the more powerful rig (16.8 vs 13.6), favouring lighter-air performance.
- The Marlow-Hunter 33 scores higher on the Brewer comfort ratio, suggesting an easier motion in a seaway.
- By the capsize screening formula the Marlow-Hunter 33 rates better for offshore work (1.99 vs 2.46).
Ratios are guidelines computed from published specs; condition, layout and gear matter as much as the numbers.