Hanse 588 vs 2019 Amel 60 — Comparison
Hanse 588
2019 Amel 60
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Hanse 588 | 2019 Amel 60 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hanse | Amel |
| Year | 2018 | 2019 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | France |
| Designer | judel/vrolijk & co | Olivier Racoupeau |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 17.55 m (57.6 ft) | 18.40 m (60.4 ft) |
| LWL | 15.62 m (51.2 ft) | 16.00 m (52.5 ft) |
| Beam | 5.09 m (16.7 ft) | 5.10 m (16.7 ft) |
| Draft | 2.60 m (8.5 ft) | 2.30 m (7.5 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 19,000 kg (41,888 lbs) | 25,000 kg (55,116 lbs) |
| Ballast | 6,200 kg (13,669 lbs) | 8,500 kg (18,739 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 143.0 m² (1,539 ft²) | 150.0 m² (1,615 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 110 HP | 150 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 400 L (105.7 gal) | 800 L (211.3 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 700 L (184.9 gal) | 1000 L (264.2 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 10 | 7 |
| Cabins | 4 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Hanse 588 and 2019 Amel 60 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hanse 588 is a modern design by Hanse from Germany, while the 2019 Amel 60 is a modern offering from Amel from France. The Hanse 588 was penned by judel/vrolijk & co. The 2019 Amel 60 was designed by Olivier Racoupeau.
In terms of size, the Hanse 588 measures 17.55m (57.6ft) overall with a beam of 5.09m, compared to the 2019 Amel 60 at 18.40m (60.4ft) with a 5.10m beam. The 2019 Amel 60 is 0.85m longer than the Hanse 588. The 2019 Amel 60 displaces approximately 32% 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 2019 Amel 60, with an SA/D of 17.82 and 150.0 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 2019 Amel 60 has a comfort ratio of 15.7 and a capsize screening value of 0.70. The ballast ratios are 32.6% for the Hanse 588 and 34.0% for the 2019 Amel 60, 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 2019 Amel 60 offers 7 berths in 3 cabins with 1000L water and 800L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2019 Amel 60 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.