Hanse 415 vs 2012 Beneteau Oceanis 41 — Comparison
Hanse 415
2012 Beneteau Oceanis 41
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Hanse 415 | 2012 Beneteau Oceanis 41 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hanse | Beneteau |
| Year | 2011–2017 | 2012–2016 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | France |
| Designer | judel/vrolijk & co | Finot-Conq |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 12.40 m (40.7 ft) | 12.43 m (40.8 ft) |
| LWL | 10.90 m (35.8 ft) | 10.89 m (35.7 ft) |
| Beam | 3.96 m (13.0 ft) | 3.99 m (13.1 ft) |
| Draft | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 8,500 kg (18,739 lbs) | 8,500 kg (18,739 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,650 kg (5,842 lbs) | 2,600 kg (5,732 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 73.0 m² (786 ft²) | 74.0 m² (797 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 40 HP | 40 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 170 L (44.9 gal) | 140 L (37.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 310 L (81.9 gal) | 250 L (66.0 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 8 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Hanse 415 and 2012 Beneteau Oceanis 41 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hanse 415 is a modern design by Hanse from Germany, while the 2012 Beneteau Oceanis 41 is a modern offering from Beneteau from France. The Hanse 415 was penned by judel/vrolijk & co. The 2012 Beneteau Oceanis 41 was designed by Finot-Conq.
In terms of size, the Hanse 415 measures 12.40m (40.7ft) overall with a beam of 3.96m, compared to the 2012 Beneteau Oceanis 41 at 12.43m (40.8ft) with a 3.99m beam. The 2012 Beneteau Oceanis 41 is 0.03m longer than the Hanse 415.
Looking at performance, the Hanse 415 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.81 and 73.0 m² of sail area. The 2012 Beneteau Oceanis 41, with an SA/D of 18.05 and 74.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2012 Beneteau Oceanis 41 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Hanse 415 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 16.2) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The 2012 Beneteau Oceanis 41 has a comfort ratio of 16.0 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 31.2% for the Hanse 415 and 30.6% for the 2012 Beneteau Oceanis 41, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Hanse 415 provides 8 berths in 3 cabins with 310L of water capacity and 170L of fuel. The 2012 Beneteau Oceanis 41 offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 250L water and 140L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Hanse 415 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 2012 Beneteau Oceanis 41 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.