Hanse 315 vs Catalina 385 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Hanse 315 | Catalina 385 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hanse | Catalina |
| Year | 2010–2016 | 2006–2014 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | USA |
| Designer | judel/vrolijk & co | Gerry Douglas |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.65 m (31.7 ft) | 11.73 m (38.5 ft) |
| LWL | 8.55 m (28.1 ft) | 10.21 m (33.5 ft) |
| Beam | 3.15 m (10.3 ft) | 3.76 m (12.3 ft) |
| Draft | 1.65 m (5.4 ft) | 2.06 m (6.8 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,200 kg (9,259 lbs) | 8,165 kg (18,001 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,200 kg (2,646 lbs) | 3,175 kg (7,000 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 41.5 m² (447 ft²) | 65.0 m² (700 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 15 HP | 35 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 85 L (22.5 gal) | 114 L (30.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 120 L (31.7 gal) | 242 L (63.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 4 | 7 |
| Cabins | 1 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Hanse 315 and Catalina 385 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hanse 315 is a modern design by Hanse from Germany, while the Catalina 385 is a 2000s offering from Catalina from USA. The Hanse 315 was penned by judel/vrolijk & co. The Catalina 385 was designed by Gerry Douglas.
In terms of size, the Hanse 315 measures 9.65m (31.7ft) overall with a beam of 3.15m, compared to the Catalina 385 at 11.73m (38.5ft) with a 3.76m beam. The Catalina 385 is 2.08m longer than the Hanse 315. The Catalina 385 displaces approximately 94% 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 Catalina 385, with an SA/D of 16.29 and 65.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The Catalina 385 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 Catalina 385 has a comfort ratio of 18.9 and a capsize screening value of 0.75. The ballast ratios are 28.6% for the Hanse 315 and 38.9% for the Catalina 385, 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 Catalina 385 offers 7 berths in 2 cabins with 242L water and 114L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Catalina 385 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 Catalina 385 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The Catalina 385 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.
Compare Different Boats
Looking for a different matchup? Browse All Boats
Or view individual specs: Hanse 315 · Catalina 385