Hanse 430 vs Hanse 588 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Hanse 430 | Hanse 588 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hanse | Hanse |
| Year | 2004–2009 | 2018 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | Germany |
| Designer | judel/vrolijk & co | judel/vrolijk & co |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 13.10 m (43.0 ft) | 17.55 m (57.6 ft) |
| LWL | 11.40 m (37.4 ft) | 15.62 m (51.2 ft) |
| Beam | 4.10 m (13.5 ft) | 5.09 m (16.7 ft) |
| Draft | 2.05 m (6.7 ft) | 2.60 m (8.5 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 9,200 kg (20,283 lbs) | 19,000 kg (41,888 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,900 kg (6,393 lbs) | 6,200 kg (13,669 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 81.0 m² (872 ft²) | 143.0 m² (1,539 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 55 HP | 110 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 200 L (52.8 gal) | 400 L (105.7 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 350 L (92.5 gal) | 700 L (184.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 10 |
| Cabins | 3 | 4 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Hanse 430 and Hanse 588 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hanse 430 is a 2000s design by Hanse from Germany, while the Hanse 588 is a modern offering from Hanse from Germany. The Hanse 430 was penned by judel/vrolijk & co. The Hanse 588 was designed by judel/vrolijk & co.
In terms of size, the Hanse 430 measures 13.10m (43.0ft) overall with a beam of 4.10m, compared to the Hanse 588 at 17.55m (57.6ft) with a 5.09m beam. The Hanse 588 is 4.45m longer than the Hanse 430. The Hanse 588 displaces approximately 107% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Hanse 430 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 18.74 and 81.0 m² of sail area. The Hanse 588, with an SA/D of 20.40 and 143.0 m² of canvas, offers generous sail power for spirited sailing. The Hanse 588 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Hanse 430 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 15.2) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The Hanse 588 has a comfort ratio of 12.7 and a capsize screening value of 0.76. The ballast ratios are 31.5% for the Hanse 430 and 32.6% for the Hanse 588, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Hanse 430 provides 8 berths in 3 cabins with 350L of water capacity and 200L of fuel. The Hanse 588 offers 10 berths in 4 cabins with 700L water and 400L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Hanse 430 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 588 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 588 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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