2004 Hunter 466 vs Hanse 388 — Comparison
2004 Hunter 466
Hanse 388
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2004 Hunter 466 | Hanse 388 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hunter | Hanse |
| Year | 2004–2008 | 2017 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | Germany |
| Designer | Glenn Henderson | judel/vrolijk & co |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 14.17 m (46.5 ft) | 11.40 m (37.4 ft) |
| LWL | 12.50 m (41.0 ft) | 10.34 m (33.9 ft) |
| Beam | 4.37 m (14.3 ft) | 3.73 m (12.2 ft) |
| Draft | 1.83 m (6.0 ft) | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 12,247 kg (27,000 lbs) | 7,200 kg (15,873 lbs) |
| Ballast | 4,082 kg (8,999 lbs) | 2,200 kg (4,850 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 90.5 m² (974 ft²) | 63.0 m² (678 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 55 HP | 29 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 189 L (49.9 gal) | 140 L (37.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 379 L (100.1 gal) | 260 L (68.7 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 6 |
| Cabins | 3 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2004 Hunter 466 and Hanse 388 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2004 Hunter 466 is a 2000s design by Hunter from USA, while the Hanse 388 is a modern offering from Hanse from Germany. The 2004 Hunter 466 was penned by Glenn Henderson. The Hanse 388 was designed by judel/vrolijk & co.
In terms of size, the 2004 Hunter 466 measures 14.17m (46.5ft) overall with a beam of 4.37m, compared to the Hanse 388 at 11.40m (37.4ft) with a 3.73m beam. The 2004 Hunter 466 is 2.77m longer than the Hanse 388. The 2004 Hunter 466 displaces approximately 70% 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 Hanse 388, with an SA/D of 17.17 and 63.0 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 Hanse 388 has a comfort ratio of 16.9 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 33.3% for the 2004 Hunter 466 and 30.6% for the Hanse 388, 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 Hanse 388 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 260L water and 140L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Hanse 388 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.