2015 Hanse 505 vs Hanse 445 — Comparison
2015 Hanse 505
Hanse 445
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2015 Hanse 505 | Hanse 445 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hanse | Hanse |
| Year | 2015–2020 | 2012–2017 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | Germany |
| Designer | Judel/Vrolijk | judel/vrolijk & co |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 15.42 m (50.6 ft) | 13.50 m (44.3 ft) |
| LWL | 14.00 m (45.9 ft) | 11.80 m (38.7 ft) |
| Beam | 4.70 m (15.4 ft) | 4.20 m (13.8 ft) |
| Draft | 2.30 m (7.5 ft) | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 14,300 kg (31,526 lbs) | 10,100 kg (22,267 lbs) |
| Ballast | 4,200 kg (9,259 lbs) | 3,200 kg (7,055 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 112.0 m² (1,206 ft²) | 87.0 m² (937 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 75 HP | 55 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 230 L (60.8 gal) | 200 L (52.8 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 400 L (105.7 gal) | 370 L (97.7 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 10 | 8 |
| Cabins | 4 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2015 Hanse 505 and Hanse 445 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2015 Hanse 505 is a modern design by Hanse from Germany, while the Hanse 445 is a modern offering from Hanse from Germany. The 2015 Hanse 505 was penned by Judel/Vrolijk. The Hanse 445 was designed by judel/vrolijk & co.
In terms of size, the 2015 Hanse 505 measures 15.42m (50.6ft) overall with a beam of 4.70m, compared to the Hanse 445 at 13.50m (44.3ft) with a 4.20m beam. The 2015 Hanse 505 is 1.92m longer than the Hanse 445. The 2015 Hanse 505 displaces approximately 42% 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 Hanse 445, with an SA/D of 18.91 and 87.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2015 Hanse 505 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 Hanse 445 has a comfort ratio of 15.1 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 29.4% for the 2015 Hanse 505 and 31.7% for the Hanse 445, 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 Hanse 445 offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 370L water and 200L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Hanse 445 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 Hanse 505 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 Hanse 505 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.