2006 Hunter 27X – Performance Club Racer, Comfortable Family Cruiser​

This 2006 Hunter 27X is purpose-built for the sailor who wants to be on the starting line every Wednesday night and on the hook with the family by Saturday afternoon. The “X” package adds a performance-oriented underbody and rig that delivers the punch you want around the buoys, while the interior layout, galley, and berths keep crew and family comfortable for weekend cruising. With modern electronics, low engine hours, and practical systems, she is an efficient, easy-to-handle platform for the owner looking to step up from daysailing into confident club racing and short coastal hops.​

Dimensions & Capacities

• LOA / Beam / Draft: 27 ft / 10 ft / 5 ft 6 in.​
• Displacement: 8,000 lbs.​
• Fuel / Fresh Water: 39 gal fuel / 20 gal fresh water.​
• Holding Tank: 14 gal.​

Accommodations & Interior

• Layout: Forward V-berth, large aft berth, convertible salon seating, single manual head.​
• Berths: Forward V-berth suitable for two, generous aft double, additional settee space for kids or extra crew.​
• Galley: Compact galley with sink, storage for weekend provisions, and practical counter space for simple onboard meals.​
• Interior: Bright, open saloon with space for crew to regroup after racing and a family to relax at anchor.​

Mechanical & Propulsion

• Engine: Yanmar 2GM/2002 diesel, 14 hp, showing 591 hours.​​
• Fuel Type: Diesel, plumbed to a 39-gallon tank for efficient motoring to and from the race course or cruising grounds.​
• Drive & Prop: Inboard shaft drive with fixed propeller, offering predictable handling in tight marinas.​​

Electronics & Navigation

• Navigation Center: Garmin navigation center (2024), centrally located for clear visibility underway.​
• Instruments: Garmin depthsounder plus Garmin wind and speed package (2024) to keep you in tune with shifts and target boat speed on the race course.​
• Autopilot: Tiller-connected autopilot for short-handed sailing, perfect for singlehanded practice or relaxed coastal motoring.​​
• GPS & AIS: Fixed GPS plus hand-held AIS for situational awareness and collision avoidance in busier waters.​

Electrical System

• Shore Power: 30-amp shore power system, new in 2025, for reliable dockside AC service.​
• Battery Charging: Pro-Sport HD20 charger to maintain the house bank between outings and during extended stays aboard

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Sails & Rigging

• Sail Inventory: Mainsail, genoa, and spinnaker provide a versatile racing and cruising sail plan for a wide range of conditions.​
• Spinnaker Gear: Built-in retracting spinnaker pole simplifies hoists, gybes, and douses during club races and adds fun, fast downwind sailing on family days.​​
• Rig: Fractional sloop rig optimized for easy depowering and trim; responsive enough for competitive racing yet manageable for a small crew.

Living Aboard & Use Case

• Weekly Club Racer: The performance keel, efficient rig, and full sail inventory make this Hunter 27X an ideal platform for that weekly club race or local regatta schedule.
• Weekend Family Boat: The V-berth, large aft cabin, functional galley, and enclosed head create a comfortable environment for a couple or small family on overnight and weekend trips.​
• Ease of Handling: Tiller steering, autopilot, and modern Garmin instruments make short-handed sailing straightforward, whether you are chasing the next mark or slipping out for a sunset sail.​

This 2006 Hunter 27X delivers the rare blend of responsive club-racing performance and genuine family comfort in a manageable 27-foot package, ready for its next owner to step aboard and sail immediately.