Hanse 388 vs 1998 Dehler 29 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Hanse 388 | 1998 Dehler 29 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hanse | Dehler |
| Year | 2017 | 1998–2006 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | Germany |
| Designer | judel/vrolijk & co | Judel/Vrolijk |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 11.40 m (37.4 ft) | 8.82 m (28.9 ft) |
| LWL | 10.34 m (33.9 ft) | 7.60 m (24.9 ft) |
| Beam | 3.73 m (12.2 ft) | 2.95 m (9.7 ft) |
| Draft | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) | 1.55 m (5.1 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 7,200 kg (15,873 lbs) | 3,200 kg (7,055 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,200 kg (4,850 lbs) | 1,200 kg (2,646 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 63.0 m² (678 ft²) | 35.0 m² (377 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 29 HP | 14 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 140 L (37.0 gal) | 40 L (10.6 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 260 L (68.7 gal) | 80 L (21.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 5 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Hanse 388 and 1998 Dehler 29 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hanse 388 is a modern design by Hanse from Germany, while the 1998 Dehler 29 is a 1990s offering from Dehler from Germany. The Hanse 388 was penned by judel/vrolijk & co. The 1998 Dehler 29 was designed by Judel/Vrolijk.
In terms of size, the Hanse 388 measures 11.40m (37.4ft) overall with a beam of 3.73m, compared to the 1998 Dehler 29 at 8.82m (28.9ft) with a 2.95m beam. The Hanse 388 is 2.58m longer than the 1998 Dehler 29. The Hanse 388 displaces approximately 125% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Hanse 388 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.17 and 63.0 m² of sail area. The 1998 Dehler 29, with an SA/D of 16.38 and 35.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The Hanse 388 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Hanse 388 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 16.9) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.77). The 1998 Dehler 29 has a comfort ratio of 18.3 and a capsize screening value of 0.80. The ballast ratios are 30.6% for the Hanse 388 and 37.5% for the 1998 Dehler 29, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Hanse 388 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 260L of water capacity and 140L of fuel. The 1998 Dehler 29 offers 5 berths in 2 cabins with 80L water and 40L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1998 Dehler 29 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 388 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 388 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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