Hunter 33 vs 2016 Dehler 30 OD — Comparison
Hunter 33
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Hunter 33 | 2016 Dehler 30 OD |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hunter | Dehler |
| Year | 1988–1994 | 2016 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | Germany |
| Designer | Hunter Design Team | Judel/Vrolijk |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.06 m (33.0 ft) | 9.45 m (31.0 ft) |
| LWL | 8.53 m (28.0 ft) | 8.60 m (28.2 ft) |
| Beam | 3.35 m (11.0 ft) | 2.98 m (9.8 ft) |
| Draft | 1.68 m (5.5 ft) | 1.95 m (6.4 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,763 kg (10,501 lbs) | 3,700 kg (8,157 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,814 kg (3,999 lbs) | 1,350 kg (2,976 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 48.0 m² (517 ft²) | 46.0 m² (495 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 21 HP | 15 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 76 L (20.1 gal) | 35 L (9.2 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 151 L (39.9 gal) | 60 L (15.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 4 |
| Cabins | 2 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Hunter 33 and 2016 Dehler 30 OD represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hunter 33 is a 1980s design by Hunter from USA, while the 2016 Dehler 30 OD is a modern offering from Dehler from Germany. The Hunter 33 was penned by Hunter Design Team. The 2016 Dehler 30 OD was designed by Judel/Vrolijk.
In terms of size, the Hunter 33 measures 10.06m (33.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.35m, compared to the 2016 Dehler 30 OD at 9.45m (31.0ft) with a 2.98m beam. The Hunter 33 is 0.61m longer than the 2016 Dehler 30 OD. The Hunter 33 displaces approximately 29% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Hunter 33 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.23 and 48.0 m² of sail area. The 2016 Dehler 30 OD, with an SA/D of 19.54 and 46.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2016 Dehler 30 OD has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Hunter 33 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 18.1) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.80). The 2016 Dehler 30 OD has a comfort ratio of 16.9 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 38.1% for the Hunter 33 and 36.5% for the 2016 Dehler 30 OD, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Hunter 33 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 151L of water capacity and 76L of fuel. The 2016 Dehler 30 OD offers 4 berths in 1 cabin with 60L water and 35L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Hunter 33 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 2016 Dehler 30 OD has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The Hunter 33 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.
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