2018 Hanse 548 vs Beneteau Oceanis Yacht 54 — Comparison
2018 Hanse 548
Beneteau Oceanis Yacht 54
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2018 Hanse 548 | Beneteau Oceanis Yacht 54 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hanse | Beneteau |
| Year | 2018 | 2020 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | France |
| Designer | Judel/Vrolijk | Berret-Racoupeau |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 16.35 m (53.6 ft) | 16.80 m (55.1 ft) |
| LWL | 14.80 m (48.6 ft) | 14.75 m (48.4 ft) |
| Beam | 4.80 m (15.7 ft) | 4.98 m (16.3 ft) |
| Draft | 2.40 m (7.9 ft) | 2.40 m (7.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 16,000 kg (35,274 lbs) | 16,500 kg (36,376 lbs) |
| Ballast | 4,700 kg (10,362 lbs) | 5,200 kg (11,464 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 122.0 m² (1,313 ft²) | 120.0 m² (1,292 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 80 HP | 80 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 270 L (71.3 gal) | 350 L (92.5 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 460 L (121.5 gal) | 600 L (158.5 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 10 | 10 |
| Cabins | 4 | 4 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2018 Hanse 548 and Beneteau Oceanis Yacht 54 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2018 Hanse 548 is a modern design by Hanse from Germany, while the Beneteau Oceanis Yacht 54 is a modern offering from Beneteau from France. The 2018 Hanse 548 was penned by Judel/Vrolijk. The Beneteau Oceanis Yacht 54 was designed by Berret-Racoupeau.
In terms of size, the 2018 Hanse 548 measures 16.35m (53.6ft) overall with a beam of 4.80m, compared to the Beneteau Oceanis Yacht 54 at 16.80m (55.1ft) with a 4.98m beam. The Beneteau Oceanis Yacht 54 is 0.45m longer than the 2018 Hanse 548. The Beneteau Oceanis Yacht 54 displaces approximately 3% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2018 Hanse 548 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 19.52 and 122.0 m² of sail area. The Beneteau Oceanis Yacht 54, with an SA/D of 18.81 and 120.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2018 Hanse 548 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2018 Hanse 548 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 13.1) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.76). The Beneteau Oceanis Yacht 54 has a comfort ratio of 12.7 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 29.4% for the 2018 Hanse 548 and 31.5% for the Beneteau Oceanis Yacht 54, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2018 Hanse 548 provides 10 berths in 4 cabins with 460L of water capacity and 270L of fuel. The Beneteau Oceanis Yacht 54 offers 10 berths in 4 cabins with 600L water and 350L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2018 Hanse 548 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 2018 Hanse 548 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.