Hanse 400 vs Hanse 470 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Hanse 400 | Hanse 470 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hanse | Hanse |
| Year | 2002–2006 | 2013–2017 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | Germany |
| Designer | judel/vrolijk & co | judel/vrolijk & co |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 12.10 m (39.7 ft) | 14.45 m (47.4 ft) |
| LWL | 10.60 m (34.8 ft) | 12.85 m (42.2 ft) |
| Beam | 3.80 m (12.5 ft) | 4.42 m (14.5 ft) |
| Draft | 1.95 m (6.4 ft) | 2.25 m (7.4 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 7,600 kg (16,755 lbs) | 11,800 kg (26,015 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,350 kg (5,181 lbs) | 3,700 kg (8,157 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 68.0 m² (732 ft²) | 96.0 m² (1,033 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 29 HP | 75 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 150 L (39.6 gal) | 250 L (66.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 280 L (74.0 gal) | 430 L (113.6 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 10 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Hanse 400 and Hanse 470 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hanse 400 is a 2000s design by Hanse from Germany, while the Hanse 470 is a modern offering from Hanse from Germany. The Hanse 400 was penned by judel/vrolijk & co. The Hanse 470 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 470 at 14.45m (47.4ft) with a 4.42m beam. The Hanse 470 is 2.35m longer than the Hanse 400. The Hanse 470 displaces approximately 55% 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 470, with an SA/D of 18.81 and 96.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Hanse 470 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 470 has a comfort ratio of 14.1 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 30.9% for the Hanse 400 and 31.4% for the Hanse 470, 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 470 offers 10 berths in 3 cabins with 430L water and 250L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Hanse 400 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 470 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The Hanse 470 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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