2010 Beneteau Oceanis 43 vs Hanse 415 — Comparison
2010 Beneteau Oceanis 43
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2010 Beneteau Oceanis 43 | Hanse 415 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Beneteau | Hanse |
| Year | 2010–2014 | 2011–2017 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Germany |
| Designer | Groupe Finot-Conq | judel/vrolijk & co |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 13.17 m (43.2 ft) | 12.40 m (40.7 ft) |
| LWL | 11.60 m (38.1 ft) | 10.90 m (35.8 ft) |
| Beam | 4.17 m (13.7 ft) | 3.96 m (13.0 ft) |
| Draft | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 9,500 kg (20,944 lbs) | 8,500 kg (18,739 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,000 kg (6,614 lbs) | 2,650 kg (5,842 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 80.0 m² (861 ft²) | 73.0 m² (786 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 54 HP | 40 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 150 L (39.6 gal) | 170 L (44.9 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 300 L (79.3 gal) | 310 L (81.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 8 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2010 Beneteau Oceanis 43 and Hanse 415 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2010 Beneteau Oceanis 43 is a modern design by Beneteau from France, while the Hanse 415 is a modern offering from Hanse from Germany. The 2010 Beneteau Oceanis 43 was penned by Groupe Finot-Conq. The Hanse 415 was designed by judel/vrolijk & co.
In terms of size, the 2010 Beneteau Oceanis 43 measures 13.17m (43.2ft) overall with a beam of 4.17m, compared to the Hanse 415 at 12.40m (40.7ft) with a 3.96m beam. The 2010 Beneteau Oceanis 43 is 0.77m longer than the Hanse 415. The 2010 Beneteau Oceanis 43 displaces approximately 12% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2010 Beneteau Oceanis 43 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 18.12 and 80.0 m² of sail area. The Hanse 415, with an SA/D of 17.81 and 73.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2010 Beneteau Oceanis 43 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2010 Beneteau Oceanis 43 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 15.0) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.79). The Hanse 415 has a comfort ratio of 16.2 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 31.6% for the 2010 Beneteau Oceanis 43 and 31.2% for the Hanse 415, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2010 Beneteau Oceanis 43 provides 8 berths in 3 cabins with 300L of water capacity and 150L of fuel. The Hanse 415 offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 310L water and 170L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Hanse 415 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 2010 Beneteau Oceanis 43 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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