2005 Hanse 312 vs Hunter 33 — Comparison
2005 Hanse 312
Hunter 33
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2005 Hanse 312 | Hunter 33 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hanse | Hunter |
| Year | 2005–2008 | 1988–1994 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | USA |
| Designer | Judel/Vrolijk | Hunter Design Team |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.55 m (31.3 ft) | 10.06 m (33.0 ft) |
| LWL | 8.50 m (27.9 ft) | 8.53 m (28.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.25 m (10.7 ft) | 3.35 m (11.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.75 m (5.7 ft) | 1.68 m (5.5 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,300 kg (9,480 lbs) | 4,763 kg (10,501 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,400 kg (3,086 lbs) | 1,814 kg (3,999 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 47.0 m² (506 ft²) | 48.0 m² (517 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | 21 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 55 L (14.5 gal) | 76 L (20.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 100 L (26.4 gal) | 151 L (39.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 5 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2005 Hanse 312 and Hunter 33 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2005 Hanse 312 is a 2000s design by Hanse from Germany, while the Hunter 33 is a 1980s offering from Hunter from USA. The 2005 Hanse 312 was penned by Judel/Vrolijk. The Hunter 33 was designed by Hunter Design Team.
In terms of size, the 2005 Hanse 312 measures 9.55m (31.3ft) overall with a beam of 3.25m, compared to the Hunter 33 at 10.06m (33.0ft) with a 3.35m beam. The Hunter 33 is 0.51m longer than the 2005 Hanse 312. The Hunter 33 displaces approximately 11% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2005 Hanse 312 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 18.06 and 47.0 m² of sail area. The Hunter 33, with an SA/D of 17.23 and 48.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2005 Hanse 312 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2005 Hanse 312 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.7) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.80). The Hunter 33 has a comfort ratio of 18.1 and a capsize screening value of 0.80. The ballast ratios are 32.6% for the 2005 Hanse 312 and 38.1% for the Hunter 33, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2005 Hanse 312 provides 5 berths in 2 cabins with 100L of water capacity and 55L of fuel. The Hunter 33 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 151L water and 76L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Hunter 33 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 Hanse 312 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The Hunter 33 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.