2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35 vs Hanse 388 — Comparison
2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35 | Hanse 388 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Beneteau | Hanse |
| Year | 2015–2018 | 2017 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Germany |
| Designer | Groupe Finot-Conq | judel/vrolijk & co |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.45 m (34.3 ft) | 11.40 m (37.4 ft) |
| LWL | 9.38 m (30.8 ft) | 10.34 m (33.9 ft) |
| Beam | 3.72 m (12.2 ft) | 3.73 m (12.2 ft) |
| Draft | 1.90 m (6.2 ft) | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 6,100 kg (13,448 lbs) | 7,200 kg (15,873 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,850 kg (4,079 lbs) | 2,200 kg (4,850 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 57.0 m² (614 ft²) | 63.0 m² (678 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 21 HP | 29 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 80 L (21.1 gal) | 140 L (37.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 200 L (52.8 gal) | 260 L (68.7 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35 and Hanse 388 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35 is a modern design by Beneteau from France, while the Hanse 388 is a modern offering from Hanse from Germany. The 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35 was penned by Groupe Finot-Conq. The Hanse 388 was designed by judel/vrolijk & co.
In terms of size, the 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35 measures 10.45m (34.3ft) overall with a beam of 3.72m, compared to the Hanse 388 at 11.40m (37.4ft) with a 3.73m beam. The Hanse 388 is 0.95m longer than the 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35. The Hanse 388 displaces approximately 18% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.35 and 57.0 m² of sail area. The Hanse 388, with an SA/D of 17.17 and 63.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.3) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.82). The Hanse 388 has a comfort ratio of 16.9 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 30.3% for the 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35 and 30.6% for the Hanse 388, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35 provides 7 berths in 2 cabins with 200L of water capacity and 80L of fuel. The Hanse 388 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 260L water and 140L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35 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 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 2015 Beneteau Oceanis 35 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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