2004 Hunter 466 vs Bavaria Cruiser 36 — Comparison
2004 Hunter 466
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2004 Hunter 466 | Bavaria Cruiser 36 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hunter | Bavaria |
| Year | 2004–2008 | 2012–2018 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | Germany |
| Designer | Glenn Henderson | Farr Yacht Design |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 14.17 m (46.5 ft) | 11.30 m (37.1 ft) |
| LWL | 12.50 m (41.0 ft) | 9.80 m (32.2 ft) |
| Beam | 4.37 m (14.3 ft) | 3.57 m (11.7 ft) |
| Draft | 1.83 m (6.0 ft) | 1.85 m (6.1 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 12,247 kg (27,000 lbs) | 6,400 kg (14,110 lbs) |
| Ballast | 4,082 kg (8,999 lbs) | 2,000 kg (4,409 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 90.5 m² (974 ft²) | 58.0 m² (624 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 55 HP | 21 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 189 L (49.9 gal) | 110 L (29.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 379 L (100.1 gal) | 210 L (55.5 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 6 |
| Cabins | 3 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2004 Hunter 466 and Bavaria Cruiser 36 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2004 Hunter 466 is a 2000s design by Hunter from USA, while the Bavaria Cruiser 36 is a modern offering from Bavaria from Germany. The 2004 Hunter 466 was penned by Glenn Henderson. The Bavaria Cruiser 36 was designed by Farr Yacht Design.
In terms of size, the 2004 Hunter 466 measures 14.17m (46.5ft) overall with a beam of 4.37m, compared to the Bavaria Cruiser 36 at 11.30m (37.1ft) with a 3.57m beam. The 2004 Hunter 466 is 2.87m longer than the Bavaria Cruiser 36. The 2004 Hunter 466 displaces approximately 91% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2004 Hunter 466 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.30 and 90.5 m² of sail area. The Bavaria Cruiser 36, with an SA/D of 17.10 and 58.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2004 Hunter 466 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2004 Hunter 466 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 15.6) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.76). The Bavaria Cruiser 36 has a comfort ratio of 17.2 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 33.3% for the 2004 Hunter 466 and 31.3% for the Bavaria Cruiser 36, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2004 Hunter 466 provides 8 berths in 3 cabins with 379L of water capacity and 189L of fuel. The Bavaria Cruiser 36 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 210L water and 110L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Bavaria Cruiser 36 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 2004 Hunter 466 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 2004 Hunter 466 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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