Hanse 588 vs 2008 Oyster 56 — Comparison
Hanse 588
2008 Oyster 56
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Hanse 588 | 2008 Oyster 56 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hanse | Oyster |
| Year | 2018 | 2008–2015 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | United Kingdom |
| Designer | judel/vrolijk & co | Rob Humphreys |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 17.55 m (57.6 ft) | 17.10 m (56.1 ft) |
| LWL | 15.62 m (51.2 ft) | 14.30 m (46.9 ft) |
| Beam | 5.09 m (16.7 ft) | 4.72 m (15.5 ft) |
| Draft | 2.60 m (8.5 ft) | 2.35 m (7.7 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 19,000 kg (41,888 lbs) | 21,000 kg (46,297 lbs) |
| Ballast | 6,200 kg (13,669 lbs) | 7,800 kg (17,196 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 143.0 m² (1,539 ft²) | 128.0 m² (1,378 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 110 HP | 150 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 400 L (105.7 gal) | 500 L (132.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 700 L (184.9 gal) | 850 L (224.5 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 10 | 8 |
| Cabins | 4 | 4 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Hanse 588 and 2008 Oyster 56 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hanse 588 is a modern design by Hanse from Germany, while the 2008 Oyster 56 is a 2000s offering from Oyster from United Kingdom. The Hanse 588 was penned by judel/vrolijk & co. The 2008 Oyster 56 was designed by Rob Humphreys.
In terms of size, the Hanse 588 measures 17.55m (57.6ft) overall with a beam of 5.09m, compared to the 2008 Oyster 56 at 17.10m (56.1ft) with a 4.72m beam. The Hanse 588 is 0.45m longer than the 2008 Oyster 56. The 2008 Oyster 56 displaces approximately 11% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Hanse 588 has generous sail power for spirited sailing with an SA/D ratio of 20.40 and 143.0 m² of sail area. The 2008 Oyster 56, with an SA/D of 17.08 and 128.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Hanse 588 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Hanse 588 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 12.7) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.76). The 2008 Oyster 56 has a comfort ratio of 17.8 and a capsize screening value of 0.69. The ballast ratios are 32.6% for the Hanse 588 and 37.1% for the 2008 Oyster 56, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Hanse 588 provides 10 berths in 4 cabins with 700L of water capacity and 400L of fuel. The 2008 Oyster 56 offers 8 berths in 4 cabins with 850L water and 500L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2008 Oyster 56 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 588 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 588 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.