Hunter 30 vs 2016 Dehler 30 OD — Comparison
Hunter 30
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Hunter 30 | 2016 Dehler 30 OD |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hunter | Dehler |
| Year | 1991–1996 | 2016 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | Germany |
| Designer | Hunter Design Team | Judel/Vrolijk |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.14 m (30.0 ft) | 9.45 m (31.0 ft) |
| LWL | 7.92 m (26.0 ft) | 8.60 m (28.2 ft) |
| Beam | 3.05 m (10.0 ft) | 2.98 m (9.8 ft) |
| Draft | 1.52 m (5.0 ft) | 1.95 m (6.4 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 3,856 kg (8,501 lbs) | 3,700 kg (8,157 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,588 kg (3,501 lbs) | 1,350 kg (2,976 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 41.0 m² (441 ft²) | 46.0 m² (495 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | 15 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 57 L (15.1 gal) | 35 L (9.2 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 114 L (30.1 gal) | 60 L (15.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 4 |
| Cabins | 2 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Hunter 30 and 2016 Dehler 30 OD represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hunter 30 is a 1990s design by Hunter from USA, while the 2016 Dehler 30 OD is a modern offering from Dehler from Germany. The Hunter 30 was penned by Hunter Design Team. The 2016 Dehler 30 OD was designed by Judel/Vrolijk.
In terms of size, the Hunter 30 measures 9.14m (30.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.05m, compared to the 2016 Dehler 30 OD at 9.45m (31.0ft) with a 2.98m beam. The 2016 Dehler 30 OD is 0.31m longer than the Hunter 30. The Hunter 30 displaces approximately 4% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Hunter 30 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.94 and 41.0 m² of sail area. The 2016 Dehler 30 OD, with an SA/D of 19.54 and 46.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2016 Dehler 30 OD has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Hunter 30 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 19.5) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The 2016 Dehler 30 OD has a comfort ratio of 16.9 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 41.2% for the Hunter 30 and 36.5% for the 2016 Dehler 30 OD, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Hunter 30 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 114L of water capacity and 57L of fuel. The 2016 Dehler 30 OD offers 4 berths in 1 cabin with 60L water and 35L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Hunter 30 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 2016 Dehler 30 OD has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The Hunter 30 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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