Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 vs 1994 Hallberg-Rassy 29 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 | 1994 Hallberg-Rassy 29 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Hallberg-Rassy |
| Year | 2010–2018 | 1994–2003 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Sweden |
| Designer | Daniel Andrieu | Olle Enderlein |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.72 m (31.9 ft) | 8.85 m (29.0 ft) |
| LWL | 8.92 m (29.3 ft) | 7.70 m (25.3 ft) |
| Beam | 3.25 m (10.7 ft) | 3.02 m (9.9 ft) |
| Draft | 2.00 m (6.6 ft) | 1.50 m (4.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 3,900 kg (8,598 lbs) | 3,700 kg (8,157 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,500 kg (3,307 lbs) | 1,500 kg (3,307 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 50.0 m² (538 ft²) | 38.0 m² (409 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 15 HP | 18 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 60 L (15.9 gal) | 60 L (15.9 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 80 L (21.1 gal) | 100 L (26.4 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 4 | 5 |
| Cabins | 1 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 and 1994 Hallberg-Rassy 29 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 is a modern design by Jeanneau from France, while the 1994 Hallberg-Rassy 29 is a 1990s offering from Hallberg-Rassy from Sweden. The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 was penned by Daniel Andrieu. The 1994 Hallberg-Rassy 29 was designed by Olle Enderlein.
In terms of size, the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 measures 9.72m (31.9ft) overall with a beam of 3.25m, compared to the 1994 Hallberg-Rassy 29 at 8.85m (29.0ft) with a 3.02m beam. The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 is 0.87m longer than the 1994 Hallberg-Rassy 29. The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 displaces approximately 5% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 has generous sail power for spirited sailing with an SA/D ratio of 20.51 and 50.0 m² of sail area. The 1994 Hallberg-Rassy 29, with an SA/D of 16.14 and 38.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 14.9) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.83). The 1994 Hallberg-Rassy 29 has a comfort ratio of 20.2 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 38.5% for the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 and 40.5% for the 1994 Hallberg-Rassy 29, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 provides 4 berths in 1 cabin with 80L of water capacity and 60L of fuel. The 1994 Hallberg-Rassy 29 offers 5 berths in 2 cabins with 100L water and 60L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1994 Hallberg-Rassy 29 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 Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 1994 Hallberg-Rassy 29 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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