Catalina 34 MkII vs 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 — Comparison
2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Catalina 34 MkII | 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Catalina | Hallberg-Rassy |
| Year | 1995–2004 | 2010–2017 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | Sweden |
| Designer | Gerry Douglas | German Frers |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.36 m (34.0 ft) | 12.08 m (39.6 ft) |
| LWL | 9.14 m (30.0 ft) | 10.40 m (34.1 ft) |
| Beam | 3.40 m (11.2 ft) | 3.82 m (12.5 ft) |
| Draft | 1.75 m (5.7 ft) | 1.95 m (6.4 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,443 kg (12,000 lbs) | 9,200 kg (20,283 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,041 kg (4,500 lbs) | 3,500 kg (7,716 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 52.0 m² (560 ft²) | 73.0 m² (786 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 21 HP | 55 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 76 L (20.1 gal) | 200 L (52.8 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 151 L (39.9 gal) | 380 L (100.4 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Catalina 34 MkII and 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Catalina 34 MkII is a 1990s design by Catalina from USA, while the 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 is a modern offering from Hallberg-Rassy from Sweden. The Catalina 34 MkII was penned by Gerry Douglas. The 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 was designed by German Frers.
In terms of size, the Catalina 34 MkII measures 10.36m (34.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.40m, compared to the 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 at 12.08m (39.6ft) with a 3.82m beam. The 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 is 1.72m longer than the Catalina 34 MkII. The 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 displaces approximately 69% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Catalina 34 MkII has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.08 and 52.0 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 Catalina 34 MkII has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Catalina 34 MkII offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 18.1) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.77). The 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 has a comfort ratio of 19.9 and a capsize screening value of 0.73. The ballast ratios are 37.5% for the Catalina 34 MkII and 38.0% for the 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Catalina 34 MkII provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 151L of water capacity and 76L 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 Catalina 34 MkII 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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