Marlow-Hunter 37 vs Marlow-Hunter 42SS
How do the Marlow-Hunter 37 and Marlow-Hunter 42SS compare? Below, their dimensions, displacement, sail area and the standard design ratios side by side, followed by a data-driven summary.
Marlow-Hunter 37 | Marlow-Hunter 37 | Marlow-Hunter 42SS | |
|---|---|---|
| Length overall | 39.1 ft11.91 m | 41.3 ft12.57 m |
| Waterline length | 35.7 ft10.87 m | 36.0 ft10.97 m |
| Beam | 13.1 ft3.99 m | 13.2 ft4.01 m |
| Draft | 5.0 ft1.52 m | 6.7 ft2.03 m |
| Displacement | 18,995 lb8,616 kg | 19,098 lb8,663 kg |
| Ballast | 5,727 lb2,598 kg | 5,425 lb2,461 kg |
| Sail area | 856 ft²79.5 m² | 970 ft²90.1 m² |
| SA / Displacement | 19.24 | 21.72 |
| Displacement / Length | 187 | 183 |
| Comfort ratio | 26.1 | 25.4 |
| Capsize screening | 1.96 | 1.97 |
| Hull speed (kn) | 8.0 | 8.0 |
Marlow-Hunter 37 vs Marlow-Hunter 42SS: the short version
- The Marlow-Hunter 42SS is the larger boat at 41.3 ft12.57 m LOA versus 39.1 ft11.91 m for the Marlow-Hunter 37.
- On sail area/displacement the Marlow-Hunter 42SS carries the more powerful rig (21.7 vs 19.2), favouring lighter-air performance.
- The Marlow-Hunter 37 scores higher on the Brewer comfort ratio, suggesting an easier motion in a seaway.
- By the capsize screening formula the Marlow-Hunter 37 rates better for offshore work (1.96 vs 1.97).
Ratios are guidelines computed from published specs; condition, layout and gear matter as much as the numbers.