1986 Hallberg-Rassy 42F vs 2007 Moody 46 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1986 Hallberg-Rassy 42F | 2007 Moody 46 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hallberg-Rassy | Moody |
| Year | 1986–1995 | 2007–2014 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Sweden | Germany |
| Designer | German Frers | Bill Dixon |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 12.80 m (42.0 ft) | 13.95 m (45.8 ft) |
| LWL | 10.20 m (33.5 ft) | 12.30 m (40.4 ft) |
| Beam | 3.90 m (12.8 ft) | 4.49 m (14.7 ft) |
| Draft | 2.00 m (6.6 ft) | 1.89 m (6.2 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 10,500 kg (23,149 lbs) | 14,500 kg (31,967 lbs) |
| Ballast | 4,200 kg (9,259 lbs) | 5,200 kg (11,464 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 78.0 m² (840 ft²) | 96.0 m² (1,033 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 55 HP | 75 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 200 L (52.8 gal) | 300 L (79.3 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 400 L (105.7 gal) | 500 L (132.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 8 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1986 Hallberg-Rassy 42F and 2007 Moody 46 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1986 Hallberg-Rassy 42F is a 1980s design by Hallberg-Rassy from Sweden, while the 2007 Moody 46 is a 2000s offering from Moody from Germany. The 1986 Hallberg-Rassy 42F was penned by German Frers. The 2007 Moody 46 was designed by Bill Dixon.
In terms of size, the 1986 Hallberg-Rassy 42F measures 12.80m (42.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.90m, compared to the 2007 Moody 46 at 13.95m (45.8ft) with a 4.49m beam. The 2007 Moody 46 is 1.15m longer than the 1986 Hallberg-Rassy 42F. The 2007 Moody 46 displaces approximately 38% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1986 Hallberg-Rassy 42F has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.52 and 78.0 m² of sail area. The 2007 Moody 46, with an SA/D of 16.40 and 96.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 1986 Hallberg-Rassy 42F has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1986 Hallberg-Rassy 42F offers a moderate motion comfort level (comfort ratio: 21.8) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.71). The 2007 Moody 46 has a comfort ratio of 18.4 and a capsize screening value of 0.74. The ballast ratios are 40.0% for the 1986 Hallberg-Rassy 42F and 35.9% for the 2007 Moody 46, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1986 Hallberg-Rassy 42F provides 7 berths in 3 cabins with 400L of water capacity and 200L of fuel. The 2007 Moody 46 offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 500L water and 300L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1986 Hallberg-Rassy 42F 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 1986 Hallberg-Rassy 42F has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 2007 Moody 46 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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