Hanse 400 vs 2016 Dehler 30 OD — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Hanse 400 | 2016 Dehler 30 OD |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hanse | Dehler |
| Year | 2002–2006 | 2016 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | Germany |
| Designer | judel/vrolijk & co | Judel/Vrolijk |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 12.10 m (39.7 ft) | 9.45 m (31.0 ft) |
| LWL | 10.60 m (34.8 ft) | 8.60 m (28.2 ft) |
| Beam | 3.80 m (12.5 ft) | 2.98 m (9.8 ft) |
| Draft | 1.95 m (6.4 ft) | 1.95 m (6.4 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 7,600 kg (16,755 lbs) | 3,700 kg (8,157 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,350 kg (5,181 lbs) | 1,350 kg (2,976 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 68.0 m² (732 ft²) | 46.0 m² (495 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 29 HP | 15 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 150 L (39.6 gal) | 35 L (9.2 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 280 L (74.0 gal) | 60 L (15.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 4 |
| Cabins | 3 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Hanse 400 and 2016 Dehler 30 OD represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hanse 400 is a 2000s design by Hanse from Germany, while the 2016 Dehler 30 OD is a modern offering from Dehler from Germany. The Hanse 400 was penned by judel/vrolijk & co. The 2016 Dehler 30 OD was designed by Judel/Vrolijk.
In terms of size, the Hanse 400 measures 12.10m (39.7ft) overall with a beam of 3.80m, compared to the 2016 Dehler 30 OD at 9.45m (31.0ft) with a 2.98m beam. The Hanse 400 is 2.65m longer than the 2016 Dehler 30 OD. The Hanse 400 displaces approximately 105% 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 2016 Dehler 30 OD, with an SA/D of 19.54 and 46.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2016 Dehler 30 OD 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 2016 Dehler 30 OD has a comfort ratio of 16.9 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 30.9% for the Hanse 400 and 36.5% for the 2016 Dehler 30 OD, 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 2016 Dehler 30 OD offers 4 berths in 1 cabin with 60L water and 35L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2016 Dehler 30 OD 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 2016 Dehler 30 OD 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 400 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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