2015 Hallberg-Rassy 372 vs Beneteau Oceanis 30.1 — Comparison
2015 Hallberg-Rassy 372
Beneteau Oceanis 30.1
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2015 Hallberg-Rassy 372 | Beneteau Oceanis 30.1 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hallberg-Rassy | Beneteau |
| Year | 2015–2020 | 2019 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Sweden | France |
| Designer | German Frers | Marc Lombard |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 11.35 m (37.2 ft) | 9.53 m (31.3 ft) |
| LWL | 10.10 m (33.1 ft) | 8.65 m (28.4 ft) |
| Beam | 3.60 m (11.8 ft) | 3.10 m (10.2 ft) |
| Draft | 1.90 m (6.2 ft) | 1.65 m (5.4 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 7,800 kg (17,196 lbs) | 4,300 kg (9,480 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,100 kg (6,834 lbs) | 1,350 kg (2,976 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 64.0 m² (689 ft²) | 43.0 m² (463 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 40 HP | 21 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 170 L (44.9 gal) | 100 L (26.4 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 300 L (79.3 gal) | 150 L (39.6 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 4 |
| Cabins | 2 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2015 Hallberg-Rassy 372 and Beneteau Oceanis 30.1 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2015 Hallberg-Rassy 372 is a modern design by Hallberg-Rassy from Sweden, while the Beneteau Oceanis 30.1 is a modern offering from Beneteau from France. The 2015 Hallberg-Rassy 372 was penned by German Frers. The Beneteau Oceanis 30.1 was designed by Marc Lombard.
In terms of size, the 2015 Hallberg-Rassy 372 measures 11.35m (37.2ft) overall with a beam of 3.60m, compared to the Beneteau Oceanis 30.1 at 9.53m (31.3ft) with a 3.10m beam. The 2015 Hallberg-Rassy 372 is 1.82m longer than the Beneteau Oceanis 30.1. The 2015 Hallberg-Rassy 372 displaces approximately 81% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2015 Hallberg-Rassy 372 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.53 and 64.0 m² of sail area. The Beneteau Oceanis 30.1, with an SA/D of 16.52 and 43.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 2015 Hallberg-Rassy 372 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2015 Hallberg-Rassy 372 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 19.8) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.73). The Beneteau Oceanis 30.1 has a comfort ratio of 18.4 and a capsize screening value of 0.76. The ballast ratios are 39.7% for the 2015 Hallberg-Rassy 372 and 31.4% for the Beneteau Oceanis 30.1, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2015 Hallberg-Rassy 372 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 300L of water capacity and 170L of fuel. The Beneteau Oceanis 30.1 offers 4 berths in 1 cabin with 150L water and 100L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2015 Hallberg-Rassy 372 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 Hallberg-Rassy 372 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 Hallberg-Rassy 372 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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