Hanse 430 vs Hanse 445 — Comparison
Hanse 430
Hanse 445
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Hanse 430 | Hanse 445 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hanse | Hanse |
| Year | 2004–2009 | 2012–2017 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | Germany |
| Designer | judel/vrolijk & co | judel/vrolijk & co |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 13.10 m (43.0 ft) | 13.50 m (44.3 ft) |
| LWL | 11.40 m (37.4 ft) | 11.80 m (38.7 ft) |
| Beam | 4.10 m (13.5 ft) | 4.20 m (13.8 ft) |
| Draft | 2.05 m (6.7 ft) | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 9,200 kg (20,283 lbs) | 10,100 kg (22,267 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,900 kg (6,393 lbs) | 3,200 kg (7,055 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 81.0 m² (872 ft²) | 87.0 m² (937 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 55 HP | 55 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 200 L (52.8 gal) | 200 L (52.8 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 350 L (92.5 gal) | 370 L (97.7 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 8 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Hanse 430 and Hanse 445 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hanse 430 is a 2000s design by Hanse from Germany, while the Hanse 445 is a modern offering from Hanse from Germany. The Hanse 430 was penned by judel/vrolijk & co. The Hanse 445 was designed by judel/vrolijk & co.
In terms of size, the Hanse 430 measures 13.10m (43.0ft) overall with a beam of 4.10m, compared to the Hanse 445 at 13.50m (44.3ft) with a 4.20m beam. The Hanse 445 is 0.40m longer than the Hanse 430. The Hanse 445 displaces approximately 10% 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 Hanse 445, with an SA/D of 18.91 and 87.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Hanse 445 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 Hanse 445 has a comfort ratio of 15.1 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 31.5% for the Hanse 430 and 31.7% for the Hanse 445, 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 Hanse 445 offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 370L water and 200L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Hanse 430 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 445 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.