1986 Nonsuch 30 Ultra vs 1985 Hallberg-Rassy 352 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1986 Nonsuch 30 Ultra | 1985 Hallberg-Rassy 352 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Nonsuch | Hallberg-Rassy |
| Year | 1986–1995 | 1985–1993 |
| Type | Other | Sloop |
| Country | Canada | Sweden |
| Designer | Mark Ellis | German Frers |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.14 m (30.0 ft) | 10.72 m (35.2 ft) |
| LWL | 8.08 m (26.5 ft) | 8.53 m (28.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.35 m (11.0 ft) | 3.35 m (11.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.22 m (4.0 ft) | 1.75 m (5.7 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,536 kg (10,000 lbs) | 6,350 kg (13,999 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,814 kg (3,999 lbs) | 2,722 kg (6,001 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 39.0 m² (420 ft²) | 56.8 m² (611 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Full | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | 28 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 76 L (20.1 gal) | 130 L (34.3 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 114 L (30.1 gal) | 200 L (52.8 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 1 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1986 Nonsuch 30 Ultra and 1985 Hallberg-Rassy 352 represent different approaches to sailboat design. The 1986 Nonsuch 30 Ultra is a 1980s design by Nonsuch from Canada, while the 1985 Hallberg-Rassy 352 is a 1980s offering from Hallberg-Rassy from Sweden. The 1986 Nonsuch 30 Ultra was penned by Mark Ellis. The 1985 Hallberg-Rassy 352 was designed by German Frers.
In terms of size, the 1986 Nonsuch 30 Ultra measures 9.14m (30.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.35m, compared to the 1985 Hallberg-Rassy 352 at 10.72m (35.2ft) with a 3.35m beam. The 1985 Hallberg-Rassy 352 is 1.58m longer than the 1986 Nonsuch 30 Ultra. The 1985 Hallberg-Rassy 352 displaces approximately 40% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1986 Nonsuch 30 Ultra has modest sail power for its displacement with an SA/D ratio of 14.46 and 39.0 m² of sail area. The 1985 Hallberg-Rassy 352, with an SA/D of 16.83 and 56.8 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 1985 Hallberg-Rassy 352 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1986 Nonsuch 30 Ultra offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 19.8) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.81). The 1985 Hallberg-Rassy 352 has a comfort ratio of 23.1 and a capsize screening value of 0.72. The ballast ratios are 40.0% for the 1986 Nonsuch 30 Ultra and 42.9% for the 1985 Hallberg-Rassy 352, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1986 Nonsuch 30 Ultra provides 6 berths in 1 cabin with 114L of water capacity and 76L of fuel. The 1985 Hallberg-Rassy 352 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 200L water and 130L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1985 Hallberg-Rassy 352 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 1985 Hallberg-Rassy 352 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: Both boats provide similar accommodation, making either a viable choice for living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.
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