1985 Hallberg-Rassy 352 vs Hanse 375 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1985 Hallberg-Rassy 352 | Hanse 375 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hallberg-Rassy | Hanse |
| Year | 1985–1993 | 2009–2015 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Sweden | Germany |
| Designer | German Frers | judel/vrolijk & co |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.72 m (35.2 ft) | 11.35 m (37.2 ft) |
| LWL | 8.53 m (28.0 ft) | 10.05 m (33.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.35 m (11.0 ft) | 3.65 m (12.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.75 m (5.7 ft) | 1.90 m (6.2 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 6,350 kg (13,999 lbs) | 7,000 kg (15,432 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,722 kg (6,001 lbs) | 2,150 kg (4,740 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 56.8 m² (611 ft²) | 62.0 m² (667 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 28 HP | 29 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 130 L (34.3 gal) | 130 L (34.3 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 200 L (52.8 gal) | 250 L (66.0 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1985 Hallberg-Rassy 352 and Hanse 375 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1985 Hallberg-Rassy 352 is a 1980s design by Hallberg-Rassy from Sweden, while the Hanse 375 is a 2000s offering from Hanse from Germany. The 1985 Hallberg-Rassy 352 was penned by German Frers. The Hanse 375 was designed by judel/vrolijk & co.
In terms of size, the 1985 Hallberg-Rassy 352 measures 10.72m (35.2ft) overall with a beam of 3.35m, compared to the Hanse 375 at 11.35m (37.2ft) with a 3.65m beam. The Hanse 375 is 0.63m longer than the 1985 Hallberg-Rassy 352. The Hanse 375 displaces approximately 10% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1985 Hallberg-Rassy 352 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.83 and 56.8 m² of sail area. The Hanse 375, with an SA/D of 17.21 and 62.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Hanse 375 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1985 Hallberg-Rassy 352 offers a moderate motion comfort level (comfort ratio: 23.1) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.72). The Hanse 375 has a comfort ratio of 17.6 and a capsize screening value of 0.76. The ballast ratios are 42.9% for the 1985 Hallberg-Rassy 352 and 30.7% for the Hanse 375, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1985 Hallberg-Rassy 352 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 200L of water capacity and 130L of fuel. The Hanse 375 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 250L water and 130L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1985 Hallberg-Rassy 352 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 Hanse 375 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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