About this yacht
<h3><em>The 1987 Hunter Alura 30 (built by Luhrs/Hunter) is a classic Downeast-style sports cruiser. Known for a semi-displacement hull, full keel, and exceptional fuel efficiency, she operates as a versatile platform for weekend cruising, fishing, or day trips with a 14–15 knot cruising speed. </em></h3><h3><br></h3><h3><br></h3><h3><em>Design & Performance</em></h3><h3><em>Style: Traditional Downeast design featuring high gunwales, wide side decks, and a large, deep cockpit. </em></h3><h3><em>Hull: Semi-displacement hull with a full keel, providing steady tracking and excellent handling in various water conditions. (Note: The keel was slightly redesigned in 1988 to reduce vibration issues in earlier models). </em></h3><h3><em>Performance: Typically powered by a single 270 HP gas inboard (such as a Chevy 350 Vortec). She cruises comfortably at 14–15 knots and tops out in the low 20s. </em></h3><h3><em>Efficiency: Known for being very fuel-efficient, getting approximately 1.6 to 1.7 nautical miles per gallon at cruising speed. </em></h3><h3><br></h3><h3><br></h3><h3><em>Layout & Accommodations</em></h3><h3><em>Cockpit: Offers over 100 square feet of space, frequently equipped with a hardtop, full enclosure, drop-down transom, and in-deck fish boxes.</em></h3><h3><em>Cabin & Galley: Features 6'4" of headroom. The galley includes a sink, icebox/refrigerator, stove, and hot/cold pressure water.</em></h3><h3><em>Sleeping Capacity: Sleeps up to four adults, utilizing a convertible V-berth, drop-down dinette, and two swing-up bunks.</em></h3><h3><em>Head: Includes an enclosed head with a sink, handheld shower, and a marine toilet. </em></h3><p><br></p> <br> <i> Resolute Yachting is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by Brewer Yacht Sales. It is offered as a convenience by this broker/dealer to its clients and is not intended to convey direct representation of a particular vessel </i>
Specifications
Overview
- Builder
- Hunter
- Year
- 1987
- Category
- Downeast
- Condition
- Used
- Hull
- Fiberglass
- Location
- Noank, Connecticut
Dimensions
- Length overall
- 29′ 10″ (9.1 m)
Machinery
- Engines
- 1 × Mercruiser FWC, 270 hp each
- Engine hours
- 800
- Engine year
- 1987
- Fuel
- Gas/Petrol
Specifications from the IYBA listing, listed 4 months ago. Confirm details with your broker before relying on them.
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