Hanse 430 vs 1996 Moody 45 — Comparison
Hanse 430
1996 Moody 45
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Hanse 430 | 1996 Moody 45 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hanse | Moody |
| Year | 2004–2009 | 1996–2002 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | UK |
| Designer | judel/vrolijk & co | Bill Dixon |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 13.10 m (43.0 ft) | 13.72 m (45.0 ft) |
| LWL | 11.40 m (37.4 ft) | 11.50 m (37.7 ft) |
| Beam | 4.10 m (13.5 ft) | 4.22 m (13.8 ft) |
| Draft | 2.05 m (6.7 ft) | 1.80 m (5.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 9,200 kg (20,283 lbs) | 12,500 kg (27,558 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,900 kg (6,393 lbs) | 4,900 kg (10,803 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 81.0 m² (872 ft²) | 85.0 m² (915 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 55 HP | 55 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 200 L (52.8 gal) | 250 L (66.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 350 L (92.5 gal) | 450 L (118.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 8 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Hanse 430 and 1996 Moody 45 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hanse 430 is a 2000s design by Hanse from Germany, while the 1996 Moody 45 is a 1990s offering from Moody from UK. The Hanse 430 was penned by judel/vrolijk & co. The 1996 Moody 45 was designed by Bill Dixon.
In terms of size, the Hanse 430 measures 13.10m (43.0ft) overall with a beam of 4.10m, compared to the 1996 Moody 45 at 13.72m (45.0ft) with a 4.22m beam. The 1996 Moody 45 is 0.62m longer than the Hanse 430. The 1996 Moody 45 displaces approximately 36% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Hanse 430 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 18.74 and 81.0 m² of sail area. The 1996 Moody 45, with an SA/D of 16.03 and 85.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The Hanse 430 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Hanse 430 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 15.2) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The 1996 Moody 45 has a comfort ratio of 19.1 and a capsize screening value of 0.73. The ballast ratios are 31.5% for the Hanse 430 and 39.2% for the 1996 Moody 45, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Hanse 430 provides 8 berths in 3 cabins with 350L of water capacity and 200L of fuel. The 1996 Moody 45 offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 450L water and 250L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1996 Moody 45 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 430 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.