Hanse 400 vs Hanse 415 — Comparison
Hanse 400
Hanse 415
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Hanse 400 | Hanse 415 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hanse | Hanse |
| Year | 2002–2006 | 2011–2017 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | Germany |
| Designer | judel/vrolijk & co | judel/vrolijk & co |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 12.10 m (39.7 ft) | 12.40 m (40.7 ft) |
| LWL | 10.60 m (34.8 ft) | 10.90 m (35.8 ft) |
| Beam | 3.80 m (12.5 ft) | 3.96 m (13.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.95 m (6.4 ft) | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 7,600 kg (16,755 lbs) | 8,500 kg (18,739 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,350 kg (5,181 lbs) | 2,650 kg (5,842 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 68.0 m² (732 ft²) | 73.0 m² (786 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 29 HP | 40 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 150 L (39.6 gal) | 170 L (44.9 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 280 L (74.0 gal) | 310 L (81.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 8 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Hanse 400 and Hanse 415 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hanse 400 is a 2000s design by Hanse from Germany, while the Hanse 415 is a modern offering from Hanse from Germany. The Hanse 400 was penned by judel/vrolijk & co. The Hanse 415 was designed by judel/vrolijk & co.
In terms of size, the Hanse 400 measures 12.10m (39.7ft) overall with a beam of 3.80m, compared to the Hanse 415 at 12.40m (40.7ft) with a 3.96m beam. The Hanse 415 is 0.30m longer than the Hanse 400. The Hanse 415 displaces approximately 12% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Hanse 400 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.87 and 68.0 m² of sail area. The Hanse 415, with an SA/D of 17.81 and 73.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Hanse 400 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Hanse 400 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 16.2) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.77). The Hanse 415 has a comfort ratio of 16.2 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 30.9% for the Hanse 400 and 31.2% for the Hanse 415, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Hanse 400 provides 8 berths in 3 cabins with 280L of water capacity and 150L of fuel. The Hanse 415 offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 310L water and 170L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Hanse 415 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 400 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.