Hanse 315 vs Hunter 240 — Comparison
Hanse 315
Hunter 240
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Hanse 315 | Hunter 240 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hanse | Hunter |
| Year | 2010–2016 | 1999–2004 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | USA |
| Designer | judel/vrolijk & co | Glenn Henderson |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.65 m (31.7 ft) | 7.32 m (24.0 ft) |
| LWL | 8.55 m (28.1 ft) | 6.17 m (20.2 ft) |
| Beam | 3.15 m (10.3 ft) | 2.44 m (8.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.65 m (5.4 ft) | 1.22 m (4.0 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,200 kg (9,259 lbs) | 1,361 kg (3,000 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,200 kg (2,646 lbs) | 476 kg (1,049 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 41.5 m² (447 ft²) | 22.5 m² (242 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 15 HP | 8 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 85 L (22.5 gal) | 19 L (5.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 120 L (31.7 gal) | 30 L (7.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 4 | 4 |
| Cabins | 1 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Hanse 315 and Hunter 240 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hanse 315 is a modern design by Hanse from Germany, while the Hunter 240 is a 1990s offering from Hunter from USA. The Hanse 315 was penned by judel/vrolijk & co. The Hunter 240 was designed by Glenn Henderson.
In terms of size, the Hanse 315 measures 9.65m (31.7ft) overall with a beam of 3.15m, compared to the Hunter 240 at 7.32m (24.0ft) with a 2.44m beam. The Hanse 315 is 2.33m longer than the Hunter 240. The Hanse 315 displaces approximately 209% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Hanse 315 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.20 and 41.5 m² of sail area. The Hunter 240, with an SA/D of 18.62 and 22.5 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Hunter 240 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Hanse 315 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.8) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The Hunter 240 has a comfort ratio of 15.0 and a capsize screening value of 0.88. The ballast ratios are 28.6% for the Hanse 315 and 35.0% for the Hunter 240, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Hanse 315 provides 4 berths in 1 cabin with 120L of water capacity and 85L of fuel. The Hunter 240 offers 4 berths in 1 cabin with 30L water and 19L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Hanse 315 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 Hunter 240 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.