Hanse 370 vs 1972 Ranger 29 — Comparison
1972 Ranger 29
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Hanse 370 | 1972 Ranger 29 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hanse | Ranger |
| Year | 2004–2008 | 1972–1978 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | USA |
| Designer | judel/vrolijk & co | Gary Mull |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 11.40 m (37.4 ft) | 8.84 m (29.0 ft) |
| LWL | 10.10 m (33.1 ft) | 7.32 m (24.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.63 m (11.9 ft) | 2.84 m (9.3 ft) |
| Draft | 1.90 m (6.2 ft) | 1.52 m (5.0 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 6,800 kg (14,991 lbs) | 3,175 kg (7,000 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,100 kg (4,630 lbs) | 1,361 kg (3,000 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 60.0 m² (646 ft²) | 35.0 m² (377 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 29 HP | 13 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 130 L (34.3 gal) | 45 L (11.9 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 250 L (66.0 gal) | 76 L (20.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Hanse 370 and 1972 Ranger 29 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hanse 370 is a 2000s design by Hanse from Germany, while the 1972 Ranger 29 is a 1970s offering from Ranger from USA. The Hanse 370 was penned by judel/vrolijk & co. The 1972 Ranger 29 was designed by Gary Mull.
In terms of size, the Hanse 370 measures 11.40m (37.4ft) overall with a beam of 3.63m, compared to the 1972 Ranger 29 at 8.84m (29.0ft) with a 2.84m beam. The Hanse 370 is 2.56m longer than the 1972 Ranger 29. The Hanse 370 displaces approximately 114% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Hanse 370 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.98 and 60.0 m² of sail area. The 1972 Ranger 29, with an SA/D of 16.47 and 35.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The Hanse 370 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Hanse 370 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.1) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.77). The 1972 Ranger 29 has a comfort ratio of 20.1 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 30.9% for the Hanse 370 and 42.9% for the 1972 Ranger 29, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Hanse 370 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 250L of water capacity and 130L of fuel. The 1972 Ranger 29 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 76L water and 45L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1972 Ranger 29 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 370 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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