2002 Hallberg-Rassy 46 vs Bavaria 44 — Comparison
2002 Hallberg-Rassy 46
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2002 Hallberg-Rassy 46 | Bavaria 44 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hallberg-Rassy | Bavaria |
| Year | 2002–2012 | 2002–2007 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Sweden | Germany |
| Designer | German Frers | J&J Design |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 14.05 m (46.1 ft) | 13.55 m (44.5 ft) |
| LWL | 11.70 m (38.4 ft) | 11.82 m (38.8 ft) |
| Beam | 4.20 m (13.8 ft) | 4.18 m (13.7 ft) |
| Draft | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 13,000 kg (28,660 lbs) | 10,200 kg (22,487 lbs) |
| Ballast | 5,000 kg (11,023 lbs) | 3,200 kg (7,055 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 91.0 m² (980 ft²) | 86.0 m² (926 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 75 HP | 55 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 300 L (79.3 gal) | 230 L (60.8 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 600 L (158.5 gal) | 400 L (105.7 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 8 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2002 Hallberg-Rassy 46 and Bavaria 44 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2002 Hallberg-Rassy 46 is a 2000s design by Hallberg-Rassy from Sweden, while the Bavaria 44 is a 2000s offering from Bavaria from Germany. The 2002 Hallberg-Rassy 46 was penned by German Frers. The Bavaria 44 was designed by J&J Design.
In terms of size, the 2002 Hallberg-Rassy 46 measures 14.05m (46.1ft) overall with a beam of 4.20m, compared to the Bavaria 44 at 13.55m (44.5ft) with a 4.18m beam. The 2002 Hallberg-Rassy 46 is 0.50m longer than the Bavaria 44. The 2002 Hallberg-Rassy 46 displaces approximately 27% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2002 Hallberg-Rassy 46 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.72 and 91.0 m² of sail area. The Bavaria 44, with an SA/D of 18.57 and 86.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Bavaria 44 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2002 Hallberg-Rassy 46 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 19.2) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.72). The Bavaria 44 has a comfort ratio of 15.3 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 38.5% for the 2002 Hallberg-Rassy 46 and 31.4% for the Bavaria 44, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2002 Hallberg-Rassy 46 provides 7 berths in 3 cabins with 600L of water capacity and 300L of fuel. The Bavaria 44 offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 400L water and 230L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2002 Hallberg-Rassy 46 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 Bavaria 44 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The Bavaria 44 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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