Jeanneau Sun Loft 47 vs 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 — Comparison

Jeanneau Sun Loft 47
VS
2010 Hallberg-Rassy 402010 Hallberg-Rassy 40

Specifications Side by Side

SpecificationJeanneau Sun Loft 472010 Hallberg-Rassy 40
General
ManufacturerJeanneauHallberg-Rassy
Year20192010–2017
TypeSloopSloop
CountryFranceSweden
DesignerPhilippe BriandGerman Frers
Dimensions
LOA14.20 m (46.6 ft)12.08 m (39.6 ft)
LWL13.00 m (42.7 ft)10.40 m (34.1 ft)
Beam4.49 m (14.7 ft)3.82 m (12.5 ft)
Draft2.20 m (7.2 ft)1.95 m (6.4 ft)
Weight
Displacement11,500 kg (25,353 lbs)9,200 kg (20,283 lbs)
Ballast3,200 kg (7,055 lbs)3,500 kg (7,716 lbs)
Sailing
Sail Area88.0 m² (947 ft²)73.0 m² (786 ft²)
Hull MaterialFiberglassFiberglass
Keel TypeFinFin
Engine & Tanks
Engine57 HP55 HP
Fuel Capacity200 L (52.8 gal)200 L (52.8 gal)
Water Capacity400 L (105.7 gal)380 L (100.4 gal)
Accommodation
Berths126
Cabins42

Performance Comparison

SA/D Ratio (Higher = more sail power per displacement)
Jeanneau Sun Loft 47
17.55
2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40
16.89
Ballast Ratio (Higher = more stability)
Jeanneau Sun Loft 47
27.83
2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40
38.04
Capsize Ratio (Lower = safer offshore)
Jeanneau Sun Loft 47
0.80
2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40
0.73
Comfort Ratio (Higher = gentler motion)
Jeanneau Sun Loft 47
13.39
2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40
19.94

Detailed Comparison

The Jeanneau Sun Loft 47 and 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Loft 47 is a modern design by Jeanneau from France, while the 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 is a modern offering from Hallberg-Rassy from Sweden. The Jeanneau Sun Loft 47 was penned by Philippe Briand. The 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 was designed by German Frers.

In terms of size, the Jeanneau Sun Loft 47 measures 14.20m (46.6ft) overall with a beam of 4.49m, compared to the 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 at 12.08m (39.6ft) with a 3.82m beam. The Jeanneau Sun Loft 47 is 2.12m longer than the 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40. The Jeanneau Sun Loft 47 displaces approximately 25% 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 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 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 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 has a comfort ratio of 19.9 and a capsize screening value of 0.73. The ballast ratios are 27.8% for the Jeanneau Sun Loft 47 and 38.0% for the 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40, 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 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 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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