2011 J/111 vs 2003 Hallberg-Rassy 43 Mk II — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2011 J/111 | 2003 Hallberg-Rassy 43 Mk II |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | J/Boats | Hallberg-Rassy |
| Year | 2011 | 2003–2014 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | Sweden |
| Designer | Alan Johnstone | German Frers |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 11.13 m (36.5 ft) | 13.15 m (43.1 ft) |
| LWL | 9.75 m (32.0 ft) | 11.00 m (36.1 ft) |
| Beam | 3.40 m (11.2 ft) | 4.05 m (13.3 ft) |
| Draft | 2.20 m (7.2 ft) | 2.05 m (6.7 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,990 kg (11,001 lbs) | 11,500 kg (25,353 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,041 kg (4,500 lbs) | 4,500 kg (9,921 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 71.0 m² (764 ft²) | 84.0 m² (904 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 22 HP | 75 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 57 L (15.1 gal) | 250 L (66.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 76 L (20.1 gal) | 500 L (132.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 7 |
| Cabins | 2 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2011 J/111 and 2003 Hallberg-Rassy 43 Mk II represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2011 J/111 is a modern design by J/Boats from USA, while the 2003 Hallberg-Rassy 43 Mk II is a 2000s offering from Hallberg-Rassy from Sweden. The 2011 J/111 was penned by Alan Johnstone. The 2003 Hallberg-Rassy 43 Mk II was designed by German Frers.
In terms of size, the 2011 J/111 measures 11.13m (36.5ft) overall with a beam of 3.40m, compared to the 2003 Hallberg-Rassy 43 Mk II at 13.15m (43.1ft) with a 4.05m beam. The 2003 Hallberg-Rassy 43 Mk II is 2.02m longer than the 2011 J/111. The 2003 Hallberg-Rassy 43 Mk II displaces approximately 130% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2011 J/111 has generous sail power for spirited sailing with an SA/D ratio of 24.71 and 71.0 m² of sail area. The 2003 Hallberg-Rassy 43 Mk II, with an SA/D of 16.75 and 84.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 2011 J/111 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2011 J/111 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 14.5) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.80). The 2003 Hallberg-Rassy 43 Mk II has a comfort ratio of 20.2 and a capsize screening value of 0.72. The ballast ratios are 40.9% for the 2011 J/111 and 39.1% for the 2003 Hallberg-Rassy 43 Mk II, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2011 J/111 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 76L of water capacity and 57L of fuel. The 2003 Hallberg-Rassy 43 Mk II offers 7 berths in 3 cabins with 500L water and 250L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2003 Hallberg-Rassy 43 Mk II 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 2011 J/111 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 2003 Hallberg-Rassy 43 Mk II 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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