Hanse 388 vs 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 — Comparison
Hanse 388
2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Hanse 388 | 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hanse | Hallberg-Rassy |
| Year | 2017 | 2010–2017 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | Sweden |
| Designer | judel/vrolijk & co | German Frers |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 11.40 m (37.4 ft) | 12.08 m (39.6 ft) |
| LWL | 10.34 m (33.9 ft) | 10.40 m (34.1 ft) |
| Beam | 3.73 m (12.2 ft) | 3.82 m (12.5 ft) |
| Draft | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) | 1.95 m (6.4 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 7,200 kg (15,873 lbs) | 9,200 kg (20,283 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,200 kg (4,850 lbs) | 3,500 kg (7,716 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 63.0 m² (678 ft²) | 73.0 m² (786 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 29 HP | 55 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 140 L (37.0 gal) | 200 L (52.8 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 260 L (68.7 gal) | 380 L (100.4 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Hanse 388 and 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hanse 388 is a modern design by Hanse from Germany, while the 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 is a modern offering from Hallberg-Rassy from Sweden. The Hanse 388 was penned by judel/vrolijk & co. The 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 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 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 at 12.08m (39.6ft) with a 3.82m beam. The 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 is 0.68m longer than the Hanse 388. The 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 displaces approximately 28% 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 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40, with an SA/D of 16.89 and 73.0 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 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 has a comfort ratio of 19.9 and a capsize screening value of 0.73. The ballast ratios are 30.6% for the Hanse 388 and 38.0% for the 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40, 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 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 380L water and 200L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 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: Both boats provide similar accommodation, making either a viable choice for living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.