2002 Hallberg-Rassy 46 vs Hanse 470 — Comparison
2002 Hallberg-Rassy 46
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2002 Hallberg-Rassy 46 | Hanse 470 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hallberg-Rassy | Hanse |
| Year | 2002–2012 | 2013–2017 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Sweden | Germany |
| Designer | German Frers | judel/vrolijk & co |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 14.05 m (46.1 ft) | 14.45 m (47.4 ft) |
| LWL | 11.70 m (38.4 ft) | 12.85 m (42.2 ft) |
| Beam | 4.20 m (13.8 ft) | 4.42 m (14.5 ft) |
| Draft | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) | 2.25 m (7.4 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 13,000 kg (28,660 lbs) | 11,800 kg (26,015 lbs) |
| Ballast | 5,000 kg (11,023 lbs) | 3,700 kg (8,157 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 91.0 m² (980 ft²) | 96.0 m² (1,033 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 75 HP | 75 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 300 L (79.3 gal) | 250 L (66.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 600 L (158.5 gal) | 430 L (113.6 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 10 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2002 Hallberg-Rassy 46 and Hanse 470 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2002 Hallberg-Rassy 46 is a 2000s design by Hallberg-Rassy from Sweden, while the Hanse 470 is a modern offering from Hanse from Germany. The 2002 Hallberg-Rassy 46 was penned by German Frers. The Hanse 470 was designed by judel/vrolijk & co.
In terms of size, the 2002 Hallberg-Rassy 46 measures 14.05m (46.1ft) overall with a beam of 4.20m, compared to the Hanse 470 at 14.45m (47.4ft) with a 4.42m beam. The Hanse 470 is 0.40m longer than the 2002 Hallberg-Rassy 46. The 2002 Hallberg-Rassy 46 displaces approximately 10% 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 Hanse 470, with an SA/D of 18.81 and 96.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Hanse 470 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 Hanse 470 has a comfort ratio of 14.1 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 38.5% for the 2002 Hallberg-Rassy 46 and 31.4% for the Hanse 470, 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 Hanse 470 offers 10 berths in 3 cabins with 430L water and 250L 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 Hanse 470 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The Hanse 470 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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