Hanse 445 vs 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 — Comparison

Hanse 445
VS
2010 Hallberg-Rassy 402010 Hallberg-Rassy 40

Specifications Side by Side

SpecificationHanse 4452010 Hallberg-Rassy 40
General
ManufacturerHanseHallberg-Rassy
Year2012–20172010–2017
TypeSloopSloop
CountryGermanySweden
Designerjudel/vrolijk & coGerman Frers
Dimensions
LOA13.50 m (44.3 ft)12.08 m (39.6 ft)
LWL11.80 m (38.7 ft)10.40 m (34.1 ft)
Beam4.20 m (13.8 ft)3.82 m (12.5 ft)
Draft2.10 m (6.9 ft)1.95 m (6.4 ft)
Weight
Displacement10,100 kg (22,267 lbs)9,200 kg (20,283 lbs)
Ballast3,200 kg (7,055 lbs)3,500 kg (7,716 lbs)
Sailing
Sail Area87.0 m² (937 ft²)73.0 m² (786 ft²)
Hull MaterialFiberglassFiberglass
Keel TypeFinFin
Engine & Tanks
Engine55 HP55 HP
Fuel Capacity200 L (52.8 gal)200 L (52.8 gal)
Water Capacity370 L (97.7 gal)380 L (100.4 gal)
Accommodation
Berths86
Cabins32

Performance Comparison

SA/D Ratio (Higher = more sail power per displacement)
Hanse 445
18.91
2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40
16.89
Ballast Ratio (Higher = more stability)
Hanse 445
31.68
2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40
38.04
Capsize Ratio (Lower = safer offshore)
Hanse 445
0.78
2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40
0.73
Comfort Ratio (Higher = gentler motion)
Hanse 445
15.14
2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40
19.94

Detailed Comparison

The Hanse 445 and 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hanse 445 is a modern design by Hanse from Germany, while the 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 is a modern offering from Hallberg-Rassy from Sweden. The Hanse 445 was penned by judel/vrolijk & co. The 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 was designed by German Frers.

In terms of size, the Hanse 445 measures 13.50m (44.3ft) overall with a beam of 4.20m, compared to the 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 at 12.08m (39.6ft) with a 3.82m beam. The Hanse 445 is 1.42m longer than the 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40. The Hanse 445 displaces approximately 10% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.

Looking at performance, the Hanse 445 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 18.91 and 87.0 m² of sail area. The 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40, with an SA/D of 16.89 and 73.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The Hanse 445 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.

For comfort and safety, the Hanse 445 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 15.1) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 has a comfort ratio of 19.9 and a capsize screening value of 0.73. The ballast ratios are 31.7% for the Hanse 445 and 38.0% for the 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.

Below deck, the Hanse 445 provides 8 berths in 3 cabins with 370L of water capacity and 200L of fuel. The 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 380L water and 200L fuel capacity.

Verdict

For cruising: The 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 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 445 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 445 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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