Bavaria 42 vs Hanse 415 — Comparison
Bavaria 42
Hanse 415
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Bavaria 42 | Hanse 415 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Bavaria | Hanse |
| Year | 2003–2008 | 2011–2017 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | Germany |
| Designer | J&J Design | judel/vrolijk & co |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 12.99 m (42.6 ft) | 12.40 m (40.7 ft) |
| LWL | 11.29 m (37.0 ft) | 10.90 m (35.8 ft) |
| Beam | 4.06 m (13.3 ft) | 3.96 m (13.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.95 m (6.4 ft) | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 9,300 kg (20,503 lbs) | 8,500 kg (18,739 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,900 kg (6,393 lbs) | 2,650 kg (5,842 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 79.0 m² (850 ft²) | 73.0 m² (786 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 55 HP | 40 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 200 L (52.8 gal) | 170 L (44.9 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 350 L (92.5 gal) | 310 L (81.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 8 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Bavaria 42 and Hanse 415 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Bavaria 42 is a 2000s design by Bavaria from Germany, while the Hanse 415 is a modern offering from Hanse from Germany. The Bavaria 42 was penned by J&J Design. The Hanse 415 was designed by judel/vrolijk & co.
In terms of size, the Bavaria 42 measures 12.99m (42.6ft) overall with a beam of 4.06m, compared to the Hanse 415 at 12.40m (40.7ft) with a 3.96m beam. The Bavaria 42 is 0.59m longer than the Hanse 415. The Bavaria 42 displaces approximately 9% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Bavaria 42 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 18.15 and 79.0 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 Bavaria 42 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Bavaria 42 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 15.9) 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 31.2% for the Bavaria 42 and 31.2% for the Hanse 415, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Bavaria 42 provides 8 berths in 3 cabins with 350L of water capacity and 200L 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 Bavaria 42 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.