2005 Hallberg-Rassy 37 vs 1998 Dehler 29 — Comparison
2005 Hallberg-Rassy 37
1998 Dehler 29
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2005 Hallberg-Rassy 37 | 1998 Dehler 29 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hallberg-Rassy | Dehler |
| Year | 2005–2014 | 1998–2006 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Sweden | Germany |
| Designer | German Frers | Judel/Vrolijk |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 11.25 m (36.9 ft) | 8.82 m (28.9 ft) |
| LWL | 9.60 m (31.5 ft) | 7.60 m (24.9 ft) |
| Beam | 3.52 m (11.5 ft) | 2.95 m (9.7 ft) |
| Draft | 1.85 m (6.1 ft) | 1.55 m (5.1 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 7,500 kg (16,535 lbs) | 3,200 kg (7,055 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,000 kg (6,614 lbs) | 1,200 kg (2,646 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 62.0 m² (667 ft²) | 35.0 m² (377 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 40 HP | 14 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 160 L (42.3 gal) | 40 L (10.6 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 280 L (74.0 gal) | 80 L (21.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 5 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2005 Hallberg-Rassy 37 and 1998 Dehler 29 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2005 Hallberg-Rassy 37 is a 2000s design by Hallberg-Rassy from Sweden, while the 1998 Dehler 29 is a 1990s offering from Dehler from Germany. The 2005 Hallberg-Rassy 37 was penned by German Frers. The 1998 Dehler 29 was designed by Judel/Vrolijk.
In terms of size, the 2005 Hallberg-Rassy 37 measures 11.25m (36.9ft) overall with a beam of 3.52m, compared to the 1998 Dehler 29 at 8.82m (28.9ft) with a 2.95m beam. The 2005 Hallberg-Rassy 37 is 2.43m longer than the 1998 Dehler 29. The 2005 Hallberg-Rassy 37 displaces approximately 134% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2005 Hallberg-Rassy 37 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.44 and 62.0 m² of sail area. The 1998 Dehler 29, with an SA/D of 16.38 and 35.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 2005 Hallberg-Rassy 37 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2005 Hallberg-Rassy 37 offers a moderate motion comfort level (comfort ratio: 21.2) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.72). The 1998 Dehler 29 has a comfort ratio of 18.3 and a capsize screening value of 0.80. The ballast ratios are 40.0% for the 2005 Hallberg-Rassy 37 and 37.5% for the 1998 Dehler 29, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2005 Hallberg-Rassy 37 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 280L of water capacity and 160L of fuel. The 1998 Dehler 29 offers 5 berths in 2 cabins with 80L water and 40L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2005 Hallberg-Rassy 37 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 2005 Hallberg-Rassy 37 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 2005 Hallberg-Rassy 37 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.