2008 Hallberg-Rassy 62 vs 2015 Oyster 72 — Comparison
2008 Hallberg-Rassy 62
2015 Oyster 72
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2008 Hallberg-Rassy 62 | 2015 Oyster 72 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hallberg-Rassy | Oyster |
| Year | 2008–2018 | 2015 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Sweden | United Kingdom |
| Designer | German Frers | Rob Humphreys |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 19.05 m (62.5 ft) | 21.95 m (72.0 ft) |
| LWL | 16.30 m (53.5 ft) | 18.50 m (60.7 ft) |
| Beam | 5.20 m (17.1 ft) | 5.60 m (18.4 ft) |
| Draft | 2.60 m (8.5 ft) | 2.80 m (9.2 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 28,000 kg (61,729 lbs) | 38,000 kg (83,776 lbs) |
| Ballast | 10,000 kg (22,046 lbs) | 14,000 kg (30,865 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 158.0 m² (1,701 ft²) | 195.0 m² (2,099 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 200 HP | 280 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 800 L (211.3 gal) | 1000 L (264.2 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 1200 L (317.0 gal) | 1500 L (396.3 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 10 |
| Cabins | 4 | 5 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2008 Hallberg-Rassy 62 and 2015 Oyster 72 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2008 Hallberg-Rassy 62 is a 2000s design by Hallberg-Rassy from Sweden, while the 2015 Oyster 72 is a modern offering from Oyster from United Kingdom. The 2008 Hallberg-Rassy 62 was penned by German Frers. The 2015 Oyster 72 was designed by Rob Humphreys.
In terms of size, the 2008 Hallberg-Rassy 62 measures 19.05m (62.5ft) overall with a beam of 5.20m, compared to the 2015 Oyster 72 at 21.95m (72.0ft) with a 5.60m beam. The 2015 Oyster 72 is 2.90m longer than the 2008 Hallberg-Rassy 62. The 2015 Oyster 72 displaces approximately 36% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2008 Hallberg-Rassy 62 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.40 and 158.0 m² of sail area. The 2015 Oyster 72, with an SA/D of 17.52 and 195.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2015 Oyster 72 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2008 Hallberg-Rassy 62 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 16.3) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.69). The 2015 Oyster 72 has a comfort ratio of 15.4 and a capsize screening value of 0.67. The ballast ratios are 35.7% for the 2008 Hallberg-Rassy 62 and 36.8% for the 2015 Oyster 72, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2008 Hallberg-Rassy 62 provides 8 berths in 4 cabins with 1200L of water capacity and 800L of fuel. The 2015 Oyster 72 offers 10 berths in 5 cabins with 1500L water and 1000L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2008 Hallberg-Rassy 62 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 2015 Oyster 72 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 2015 Oyster 72 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.