Hunter 380 vs 2001 Tartan 4100 — Comparison
Hunter 380
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Hunter 380 | 2001 Tartan 4100 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hunter | Tartan |
| Year | 2001–2005 | 2001–2010 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | USA |
| Designer | Glenn Henderson | Tim Jackett |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 11.58 m (38.0 ft) | 12.50 m (41.0 ft) |
| LWL | 10.06 m (33.0 ft) | 10.67 m (35.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.76 m (12.3 ft) | 3.96 m (13.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.83 m (6.0 ft) | 2.13 m (7.0 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 7,257 kg (15,999 lbs) | 9,525 kg (20,999 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,722 kg (6,001 lbs) | 3,856 kg (8,501 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 64.0 m² (689 ft²) | 75.0 m² (807 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 35 HP | 55 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 114 L (30.1 gal) | 170 L (44.9 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 227 L (60.0 gal) | 340 L (89.8 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 7 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Hunter 380 and 2001 Tartan 4100 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hunter 380 is a 2000s design by Hunter from USA, while the 2001 Tartan 4100 is a 2000s offering from Tartan from USA. The Hunter 380 was penned by Glenn Henderson. The 2001 Tartan 4100 was designed by Tim Jackett.
In terms of size, the Hunter 380 measures 11.58m (38.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.76m, compared to the 2001 Tartan 4100 at 12.50m (41.0ft) with a 3.96m beam. The 2001 Tartan 4100 is 0.92m longer than the Hunter 380. The 2001 Tartan 4100 displaces approximately 31% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Hunter 380 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.35 and 64.0 m² of sail area. The 2001 Tartan 4100, with an SA/D of 16.96 and 75.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The Hunter 380 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Hunter 380 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.3) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The 2001 Tartan 4100 has a comfort ratio of 18.6 and a capsize screening value of 0.75. The ballast ratios are 37.5% for the Hunter 380 and 40.5% for the 2001 Tartan 4100, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Hunter 380 provides 7 berths in 2 cabins with 227L of water capacity and 114L of fuel. The 2001 Tartan 4100 offers 7 berths in 2 cabins with 340L water and 170L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2001 Tartan 4100 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 Hunter 380 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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