2015 Hanse 505 vs Beneteau First 47.7 — Comparison
2015 Hanse 505
Beneteau First 47.7
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2015 Hanse 505 | Beneteau First 47.7 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hanse | Beneteau |
| Year | 2015–2020 | 2003–2008 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | France |
| Designer | Judel/Vrolijk | Farr Yacht Design |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 15.42 m (50.6 ft) | 14.69 m (48.2 ft) |
| LWL | 14.00 m (45.9 ft) | 12.90 m (42.3 ft) |
| Beam | 4.70 m (15.4 ft) | 4.30 m (14.1 ft) |
| Draft | 2.30 m (7.5 ft) | 2.50 m (8.2 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 14,300 kg (31,526 lbs) | 11,500 kg (25,353 lbs) |
| Ballast | 4,200 kg (9,259 lbs) | 4,200 kg (9,259 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 112.0 m² (1,206 ft²) | 105.0 m² (1,130 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 75 HP | 75 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 230 L (60.8 gal) | 250 L (66.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 400 L (105.7 gal) | 450 L (118.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 10 | 10 |
| Cabins | 4 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2015 Hanse 505 and Beneteau First 47.7 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2015 Hanse 505 is a modern design by Hanse from Germany, while the Beneteau First 47.7 is a 2000s offering from Beneteau from France. The 2015 Hanse 505 was penned by Judel/Vrolijk. The Beneteau First 47.7 was designed by Farr Yacht Design.
In terms of size, the 2015 Hanse 505 measures 15.42m (50.6ft) overall with a beam of 4.70m, compared to the Beneteau First 47.7 at 14.69m (48.2ft) with a 4.30m beam. The 2015 Hanse 505 is 0.73m longer than the Beneteau First 47.7. The 2015 Hanse 505 displaces approximately 24% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2015 Hanse 505 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 19.31 and 112.0 m² of sail area. The Beneteau First 47.7, with an SA/D of 20.93 and 105.0 m² of canvas, offers generous sail power for spirited sailing. The Beneteau First 47.7 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2015 Hanse 505 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 13.4) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The Beneteau First 47.7 has a comfort ratio of 14.0 and a capsize screening value of 0.76. The ballast ratios are 29.4% for the 2015 Hanse 505 and 36.5% for the Beneteau First 47.7, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2015 Hanse 505 provides 10 berths in 4 cabins with 400L of water capacity and 230L of fuel. The Beneteau First 47.7 offers 10 berths in 3 cabins with 450L water and 250L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Beneteau First 47.7 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 Beneteau First 47.7 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.