2006 Hanse 350 vs Hanse 388 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2006 Hanse 350 | Hanse 388 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hanse | Hanse |
| Year | 2006–2012 | 2017 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | Germany |
| Designer | Judel/Vrolijk | judel/vrolijk & co |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.58 m (34.7 ft) | 11.40 m (37.4 ft) |
| LWL | 9.40 m (30.8 ft) | 10.34 m (33.9 ft) |
| Beam | 3.52 m (11.5 ft) | 3.73 m (12.2 ft) |
| Draft | 1.85 m (6.1 ft) | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,800 kg (12,787 lbs) | 7,200 kg (15,873 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,700 kg (3,748 lbs) | 2,200 kg (4,850 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 55.5 m² (597 ft²) | 63.0 m² (678 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 21 HP | 29 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 75 L (19.8 gal) | 140 L (37.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 150 L (39.6 gal) | 260 L (68.7 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2006 Hanse 350 and Hanse 388 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2006 Hanse 350 is a 2000s design by Hanse from Germany, while the Hanse 388 is a modern offering from Hanse from Germany. The 2006 Hanse 350 was penned by Judel/Vrolijk. The Hanse 388 was designed by judel/vrolijk & co.
In terms of size, the 2006 Hanse 350 measures 10.58m (34.7ft) overall with a beam of 3.52m, compared to the Hanse 388 at 11.40m (37.4ft) with a 3.73m beam. The Hanse 388 is 0.82m longer than the 2006 Hanse 350. The Hanse 388 displaces approximately 24% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2006 Hanse 350 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.47 and 55.5 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 2006 Hanse 350 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2006 Hanse 350 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.5) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The Hanse 388 has a comfort ratio of 16.9 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 29.3% for the 2006 Hanse 350 and 30.6% for the Hanse 388, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2006 Hanse 350 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 150L of water capacity and 75L of fuel. The Hanse 388 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 260L water and 140L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2006 Hanse 350 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 2006 Hanse 350 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.
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