2010 Dehler 32 vs Hunter 240 — Comparison
Hunter 240
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2010 Dehler 32 | Hunter 240 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Dehler | Hunter |
| Year | 2010–2017 | 1999–2004 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | USA |
| Designer | Judel/Vrolijk | Glenn Henderson |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.90 m (32.5 ft) | 7.32 m (24.0 ft) |
| LWL | 8.95 m (29.4 ft) | 6.17 m (20.2 ft) |
| Beam | 3.16 m (10.4 ft) | 2.44 m (8.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.95 m (6.4 ft) | 1.22 m (4.0 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,400 kg (9,700 lbs) | 1,361 kg (3,000 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,500 kg (3,307 lbs) | 476 kg (1,049 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 53.0 m² (571 ft²) | 22.5 m² (242 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | 8 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 55 L (14.5 gal) | 19 L (5.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 100 L (26.4 gal) | 30 L (7.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 5 | 4 |
| Cabins | 2 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2010 Dehler 32 and Hunter 240 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2010 Dehler 32 is a modern design by Dehler from Germany, while the Hunter 240 is a 1990s offering from Hunter from USA. The 2010 Dehler 32 was penned by Judel/Vrolijk. The Hunter 240 was designed by Glenn Henderson.
In terms of size, the 2010 Dehler 32 measures 9.90m (32.5ft) overall with a beam of 3.16m, compared to the Hunter 240 at 7.32m (24.0ft) with a 2.44m beam. The 2010 Dehler 32 is 2.58m longer than the Hunter 240. The 2010 Dehler 32 displaces approximately 223% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2010 Dehler 32 has generous sail power for spirited sailing with an SA/D ratio of 20.06 and 53.0 m² of sail area. The Hunter 240, with an SA/D of 18.62 and 22.5 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2010 Dehler 32 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2010 Dehler 32 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.1) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.77). The Hunter 240 has a comfort ratio of 15.0 and a capsize screening value of 0.88. The ballast ratios are 34.1% for the 2010 Dehler 32 and 35.0% for the Hunter 240, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2010 Dehler 32 provides 5 berths in 2 cabins with 100L of water capacity and 55L of fuel. The Hunter 240 offers 4 berths in 1 cabin with 30L water and 19L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2010 Dehler 32 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 Dehler 32 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 2010 Dehler 32 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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