1994 Hylas 42 vs 1986 Hallberg-Rassy 42F — Comparison
1994 Hylas 42
1986 Hallberg-Rassy 42F
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1994 Hylas 42 | 1986 Hallberg-Rassy 42F |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hylas | Hallberg-Rassy |
| Year | 1994–2004 | 1986–1995 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Taiwan | Sweden |
| Designer | German Frers | German Frers |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 12.80 m (42.0 ft) | 12.80 m (42.0 ft) |
| LWL | 10.52 m (34.5 ft) | 10.20 m (33.5 ft) |
| Beam | 3.86 m (12.7 ft) | 3.90 m (12.8 ft) |
| Draft | 1.83 m (6.0 ft) | 2.00 m (6.6 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 9,525 kg (20,999 lbs) | 10,500 kg (23,149 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,856 kg (8,501 lbs) | 4,200 kg (9,259 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 74.3 m² (800 ft²) | 78.0 m² (840 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 55 HP | 55 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 189 L (49.9 gal) | 200 L (52.8 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 379 L (100.1 gal) | 400 L (105.7 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 7 |
| Cabins | 2 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1994 Hylas 42 and 1986 Hallberg-Rassy 42F represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1994 Hylas 42 is a 1990s design by Hylas from Taiwan, while the 1986 Hallberg-Rassy 42F is a 1980s offering from Hallberg-Rassy from Sweden. The 1994 Hylas 42 was penned by German Frers. The 1986 Hallberg-Rassy 42F was designed by German Frers.
In terms of size, the 1994 Hylas 42 measures 12.80m (42.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.86m, compared to the 1986 Hallberg-Rassy 42F at 12.80m (42.0ft) with a 3.90m beam. The 1986 Hallberg-Rassy 42F displaces approximately 10% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1994 Hylas 42 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.80 and 74.3 m² of sail area. The 1986 Hallberg-Rassy 42F, with an SA/D of 16.52 and 78.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 1994 Hylas 42 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1994 Hylas 42 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 19.3) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.73). The 1986 Hallberg-Rassy 42F has a comfort ratio of 21.8 and a capsize screening value of 0.71. The ballast ratios are 40.5% for the 1994 Hylas 42 and 40.0% for the 1986 Hallberg-Rassy 42F, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1994 Hylas 42 provides 7 berths in 2 cabins with 379L of water capacity and 189L of fuel. The 1986 Hallberg-Rassy 42F offers 7 berths in 3 cabins with 400L water and 200L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1986 Hallberg-Rassy 42F 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 1994 Hylas 42 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.