Hanse 315 vs Hanse 415 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Hanse 315 | Hanse 415 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hanse | Hanse |
| Year | 2010–2016 | 2011–2017 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | Germany |
| Designer | judel/vrolijk & co | judel/vrolijk & co |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.65 m (31.7 ft) | 12.40 m (40.7 ft) |
| LWL | 8.55 m (28.1 ft) | 10.90 m (35.8 ft) |
| Beam | 3.15 m (10.3 ft) | 3.96 m (13.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.65 m (5.4 ft) | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,200 kg (9,259 lbs) | 8,500 kg (18,739 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,200 kg (2,646 lbs) | 2,650 kg (5,842 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 41.5 m² (447 ft²) | 73.0 m² (786 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 15 HP | 40 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 85 L (22.5 gal) | 170 L (44.9 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 120 L (31.7 gal) | 310 L (81.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 4 | 8 |
| Cabins | 1 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Hanse 315 and Hanse 415 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hanse 315 is a modern design by Hanse from Germany, while the Hanse 415 is a modern offering from Hanse from Germany. The Hanse 315 was penned by judel/vrolijk & co. The Hanse 415 was designed by judel/vrolijk & co.
In terms of size, the Hanse 315 measures 9.65m (31.7ft) overall with a beam of 3.15m, compared to the Hanse 415 at 12.40m (40.7ft) with a 3.96m beam. The Hanse 415 is 2.75m longer than the Hanse 315. The Hanse 415 displaces approximately 102% 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 Hanse 415, with an SA/D of 17.81 and 73.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Hanse 415 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 Hanse 415 has a comfort ratio of 16.2 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 28.6% for the Hanse 315 and 31.2% for the Hanse 415, 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 Hanse 415 offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 310L water and 170L 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 Hanse 415 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The Hanse 415 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.
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