Jeanneau Sun Loft 47 vs Hanse 375 — Comparison

Jeanneau Sun Loft 47
VS
Hanse 375

Specifications Side by Side

SpecificationJeanneau Sun Loft 47Hanse 375
General
ManufacturerJeanneauHanse
Year20192009–2015
TypeSloopSloop
CountryFranceGermany
DesignerPhilippe Briandjudel/vrolijk & co
Dimensions
LOA14.20 m (46.6 ft)11.35 m (37.2 ft)
LWL13.00 m (42.7 ft)10.05 m (33.0 ft)
Beam4.49 m (14.7 ft)3.65 m (12.0 ft)
Draft2.20 m (7.2 ft)1.90 m (6.2 ft)
Weight
Displacement11,500 kg (25,353 lbs)7,000 kg (15,432 lbs)
Ballast3,200 kg (7,055 lbs)2,150 kg (4,740 lbs)
Sailing
Sail Area88.0 m² (947 ft²)62.0 m² (667 ft²)
Hull MaterialFiberglassFiberglass
Keel TypeFinFin
Engine & Tanks
Engine57 HP29 HP
Fuel Capacity200 L (52.8 gal)130 L (34.3 gal)
Water Capacity400 L (105.7 gal)250 L (66.0 gal)
Accommodation
Berths126
Cabins42

Performance Comparison

SA/D Ratio (Higher = more sail power per displacement)
Jeanneau Sun Loft 47
17.55
Hanse 375
17.21
Ballast Ratio (Higher = more stability)
Jeanneau Sun Loft 47
27.83
Hanse 375
30.71
Capsize Ratio (Lower = safer offshore)
Jeanneau Sun Loft 47
0.80
Hanse 375
0.76
Comfort Ratio (Higher = gentler motion)
Jeanneau Sun Loft 47
13.39
Hanse 375
17.59

Detailed Comparison

The Jeanneau Sun Loft 47 and Hanse 375 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Loft 47 is a modern design by Jeanneau from France, while the Hanse 375 is a 2000s offering from Hanse from Germany. The Jeanneau Sun Loft 47 was penned by Philippe Briand. The Hanse 375 was designed by judel/vrolijk & co.

In terms of size, the Jeanneau Sun Loft 47 measures 14.20m (46.6ft) overall with a beam of 4.49m, compared to the Hanse 375 at 11.35m (37.2ft) with a 3.65m beam. The Jeanneau Sun Loft 47 is 2.85m longer than the Hanse 375. The Jeanneau Sun Loft 47 displaces approximately 64% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.

Looking at performance, the Jeanneau Sun Loft 47 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.55 and 88.0 m² of sail area. The Hanse 375, with an SA/D of 17.21 and 62.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Jeanneau Sun Loft 47 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.

For comfort and safety, the Jeanneau Sun Loft 47 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 13.4) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.80). The Hanse 375 has a comfort ratio of 17.6 and a capsize screening value of 0.76. The ballast ratios are 27.8% for the Jeanneau Sun Loft 47 and 30.7% for the Hanse 375, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.

Below deck, the Jeanneau Sun Loft 47 provides 12 berths in 4 cabins with 400L of water capacity and 200L of fuel. The Hanse 375 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 250L water and 130L fuel capacity.

Verdict

For cruising: The Hanse 375 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 Jeanneau Sun Loft 47 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.

For liveaboard: The Jeanneau Sun Loft 47 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.

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