Beneteau First 30 vs 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 — Comparison
Beneteau First 30
2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Beneteau First 30 | 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Beneteau | Hallberg-Rassy |
| Year | 1983–1989 | 2010–2017 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Sweden |
| Designer | Jean Berret | German Frers |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.14 m (30.0 ft) | 12.08 m (39.6 ft) |
| LWL | 7.62 m (25.0 ft) | 10.40 m (34.1 ft) |
| Beam | 3.05 m (10.0 ft) | 3.82 m (12.5 ft) |
| Draft | 1.75 m (5.7 ft) | 1.95 m (6.4 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 3,600 kg (7,937 lbs) | 9,200 kg (20,283 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,300 kg (2,866 lbs) | 3,500 kg (7,716 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 42.0 m² (452 ft²) | 73.0 m² (786 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 15 HP | 55 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 60 L (15.9 gal) | 200 L (52.8 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 100 L (26.4 gal) | 380 L (100.4 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Beneteau First 30 and 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Beneteau First 30 is a 1980s design by Beneteau from France, while the 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 is a modern offering from Hallberg-Rassy from Sweden. The Beneteau First 30 was penned by Jean Berret. The 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 was designed by German Frers.
In terms of size, the Beneteau First 30 measures 9.14m (30.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.05m, compared to the 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 at 12.08m (39.6ft) with a 3.82m beam. The 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 is 2.94m longer than the Beneteau First 30. The 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 displaces approximately 156% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Beneteau First 30 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 18.17 and 42.0 m² of sail area. The 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40, with an SA/D of 16.89 and 73.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The Beneteau First 30 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Beneteau First 30 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 19.2) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.80). The 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 has a comfort ratio of 19.9 and a capsize screening value of 0.73. The ballast ratios are 36.1% for the Beneteau First 30 and 38.0% for the 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Beneteau First 30 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 100L of water capacity and 60L of fuel. The 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 380L water and 200L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 is the better choice for comfortable cruising thanks to its higher comfort ratio, offering a gentler motion at sea that crews will appreciate on longer passages.
For racing: The Beneteau First 30 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: Both boats provide similar accommodation, making either a viable choice for living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.
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