Hanse 315 vs Hunter 27 — Comparison
Hunter 27
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Hanse 315 | Hunter 27 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hanse | Hunter |
| Year | 2010–2016 | 1992–1998 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | USA |
| Designer | judel/vrolijk & co | Hunter Design Team |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.65 m (31.7 ft) | 8.23 m (27.0 ft) |
| LWL | 8.55 m (28.1 ft) | 7.32 m (24.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.15 m (10.3 ft) | 2.79 m (9.2 ft) |
| Draft | 1.65 m (5.4 ft) | 1.52 m (5.0 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,200 kg (9,259 lbs) | 2,495 kg (5,501 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,200 kg (2,646 lbs) | 907 kg (2,000 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 41.5 m² (447 ft²) | 33.0 m² (355 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 15 HP | 12 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 85 L (22.5 gal) | 45 L (11.9 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 120 L (31.7 gal) | 68 L (18.0 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 4 | 5 |
| Cabins | 1 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Hanse 315 and Hunter 27 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hanse 315 is a modern design by Hanse from Germany, while the Hunter 27 is a 1990s offering from Hunter from USA. The Hanse 315 was penned by judel/vrolijk & co. The Hunter 27 was designed by Hunter Design Team.
In terms of size, the Hanse 315 measures 9.65m (31.7ft) overall with a beam of 3.15m, compared to the Hunter 27 at 8.23m (27.0ft) with a 2.79m beam. The Hanse 315 is 1.42m longer than the Hunter 27. The Hanse 315 displaces approximately 68% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Hanse 315 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.20 and 41.5 m² of sail area. The Hunter 27, with an SA/D of 18.23 and 33.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Hunter 27 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Hanse 315 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.8) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The Hunter 27 has a comfort ratio of 17.0 and a capsize screening value of 0.82. The ballast ratios are 28.6% for the Hanse 315 and 36.4% for the Hunter 27, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Hanse 315 provides 4 berths in 1 cabin with 120L of water capacity and 85L of fuel. The Hunter 27 offers 5 berths in 1 cabin with 68L water and 45L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Hanse 315 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 Hunter 27 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The Hunter 27 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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