Hanse 388 vs 2003 Hallberg-Rassy 43 Mk II — Comparison
Hanse 388
2003 Hallberg-Rassy 43 Mk II
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Hanse 388 | 2003 Hallberg-Rassy 43 Mk II |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hanse | Hallberg-Rassy |
| Year | 2017 | 2003–2014 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | Sweden |
| Designer | judel/vrolijk & co | German Frers |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 11.40 m (37.4 ft) | 13.15 m (43.1 ft) |
| LWL | 10.34 m (33.9 ft) | 11.00 m (36.1 ft) |
| Beam | 3.73 m (12.2 ft) | 4.05 m (13.3 ft) |
| Draft | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) | 2.05 m (6.7 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 7,200 kg (15,873 lbs) | 11,500 kg (25,353 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,200 kg (4,850 lbs) | 4,500 kg (9,921 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 63.0 m² (678 ft²) | 84.0 m² (904 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 29 HP | 75 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 140 L (37.0 gal) | 250 L (66.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 260 L (68.7 gal) | 500 L (132.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 7 |
| Cabins | 2 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Hanse 388 and 2003 Hallberg-Rassy 43 Mk II represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hanse 388 is a modern design by Hanse from Germany, while the 2003 Hallberg-Rassy 43 Mk II is a 2000s offering from Hallberg-Rassy from Sweden. The Hanse 388 was penned by judel/vrolijk & co. The 2003 Hallberg-Rassy 43 Mk II was designed by German Frers.
In terms of size, the Hanse 388 measures 11.40m (37.4ft) overall with a beam of 3.73m, compared to the 2003 Hallberg-Rassy 43 Mk II at 13.15m (43.1ft) with a 4.05m beam. The 2003 Hallberg-Rassy 43 Mk II is 1.75m longer than the Hanse 388. The 2003 Hallberg-Rassy 43 Mk II displaces approximately 60% 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 2003 Hallberg-Rassy 43 Mk II, with an SA/D of 16.75 and 84.0 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 2003 Hallberg-Rassy 43 Mk II has a comfort ratio of 20.2 and a capsize screening value of 0.72. The ballast ratios are 30.6% for the Hanse 388 and 39.1% for the 2003 Hallberg-Rassy 43 Mk II, 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 2003 Hallberg-Rassy 43 Mk II offers 7 berths in 3 cabins with 500L water and 250L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2003 Hallberg-Rassy 43 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 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 2003 Hallberg-Rassy 43 Mk II offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.