2017 Hallberg-Rassy 48 Mk II vs Hanse 400 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2017 Hallberg-Rassy 48 Mk II | Hanse 400 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hallberg-Rassy | Hanse |
| Year | 2017 | 2002–2006 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Sweden | Germany |
| Designer | German Frers | judel/vrolijk & co |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 14.99 m (49.2 ft) | 12.10 m (39.7 ft) |
| LWL | 13.00 m (42.7 ft) | 10.60 m (34.8 ft) |
| Beam | 4.40 m (14.4 ft) | 3.80 m (12.5 ft) |
| Draft | 2.20 m (7.2 ft) | 1.95 m (6.4 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 15,000 kg (33,069 lbs) | 7,600 kg (16,755 lbs) |
| Ballast | 5,500 kg (12,125 lbs) | 2,350 kg (5,181 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 103.0 m² (1,109 ft²) | 68.0 m² (732 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 110 HP | 29 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 400 L (105.7 gal) | 150 L (39.6 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 700 L (184.9 gal) | 280 L (74.0 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 8 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2017 Hallberg-Rassy 48 Mk II and Hanse 400 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2017 Hallberg-Rassy 48 Mk II is a modern design by Hallberg-Rassy from Sweden, while the Hanse 400 is a 2000s offering from Hanse from Germany. The 2017 Hallberg-Rassy 48 Mk II was penned by German Frers. The Hanse 400 was designed by judel/vrolijk & co.
In terms of size, the 2017 Hallberg-Rassy 48 Mk II measures 14.99m (49.2ft) overall with a beam of 4.40m, compared to the Hanse 400 at 12.10m (39.7ft) with a 3.80m beam. The 2017 Hallberg-Rassy 48 Mk II is 2.89m longer than the Hanse 400. The 2017 Hallberg-Rassy 48 Mk II displaces approximately 97% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2017 Hallberg-Rassy 48 Mk II has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.20 and 103.0 m² of sail area. The Hanse 400, with an SA/D of 17.87 and 68.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Hanse 400 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2017 Hallberg-Rassy 48 Mk II offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.3) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.71). The Hanse 400 has a comfort ratio of 16.2 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 36.7% for the 2017 Hallberg-Rassy 48 Mk II and 30.9% for the Hanse 400, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2017 Hallberg-Rassy 48 Mk II provides 7 berths in 3 cabins with 700L of water capacity and 400L of fuel. The Hanse 400 offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 280L water and 150L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2017 Hallberg-Rassy 48 Mk II 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 400 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 400 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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