Description

The Hunter Ranger 265 bilge keel is a great boat choice for many sailors because it blends practical design, versatility, and easy handling. The bilge keels make it ideal for cruising UK waters where tidal ranges expose drying harbours—allowing the boat to sit upright on the tide without stress. Its manageable size and well-balanced hull make single- or short-handed sailing straightforward, while the moderate draft gives access to many coastal anchorages and estuaries that deeper-keeled boats can’t reach. The interior is thoughtfully laid out for a 26-foot boat, offering comfortable berths, sensible storage, and a functional galley and head for weekend trips. The Hunter Ranger’s solid construction and reputation for good seakeeping mean it’s capable and reassuring in a range of conditions. With simple systems and a forgiving sail plan, it’s an excellent boat for both new cruising sailors and experienced hands who want a capable, easy-to-enjoy classic cruiser.

Mechanical

Yanmar 1 GM10
10hp
Shaft drive
Serviced regularly
Currently winterised
Hours - Unknown

 

Electrical

2 x 12 v batteries
Shorepower
240v ringmain

 

Navigation

Tillerpilot - Navico TP100
Depth - Echopilot forward facing sonar
Compass
GPS - Garmin 150 XL
VHF/DSC - Garmin 100i

 

Sails, Spars and Rigging

Fractional rig
Deck stepped mast
Standing rigging - plus 10 years
Slab reefing mainsail
Furling headsail
Self tacking jib
Some lines led aft

Sails
Main sail - fully battened
Jib
Cruising chute

 

Interior & Domestic

6 berths in open plan saloon / fore cabin plus separate aft cabin
Cold pressurised water system
Mikuni diesel heating
Folding dining table
Chart table 
Separate head with Jabsco WC and wash-hand basin
Galley with Nelson oven, grill and two-burner gas hob
Sink

 

Deck

Tiller steering
GRP deck
Anchor windlass
Anchor and chain
Anchor locker
Boarding ladder
Cockpit locker

 

Safety

Manual bilge pump
2 x Horseshoe lifebuoys

 

Canvas

Sprayhood - new windows 2026
Sail bag
Dodgers

 

Miscellaneous

Dinghy and outboard - by separate negotiation

 

Documentation

Evidence of 5 years clear title - All previous Bills of Sale
Evidence of UK VAT status - original sales invoices
Builders certificate
SSR certificate

 

Owners comments

JUNO has been sailed with the growing family in the Solent, Christchurch Bay mainly and has proved the perfect small boat: sea kindly, stable, very dry, and comfortable below deck she has given us much fun and enjoyment over 25 yrs

 

Measurements

LOA: 8.1 m

Beam: 2.8 m

Displacement: 2950 kg

Specifications