Hanse 445 vs 2012 Beneteau Oceanis 45 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Hanse 445 | 2012 Beneteau Oceanis 45 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hanse | Beneteau |
| Year | 2012–2017 | 2012–2017 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | France |
| Designer | judel/vrolijk & co | Finot-Conq |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 13.50 m (44.3 ft) | 13.94 m (45.7 ft) |
| LWL | 11.80 m (38.7 ft) | 12.50 m (41.0 ft) |
| Beam | 4.20 m (13.8 ft) | 4.49 m (14.7 ft) |
| Draft | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 10,100 kg (22,267 lbs) | 10,100 kg (22,267 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,200 kg (7,055 lbs) | 3,100 kg (6,834 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 87.0 m² (937 ft²) | 88.0 m² (947 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 55 HP | 55 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 200 L (52.8 gal) | 180 L (47.6 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 370 L (97.7 gal) | 330 L (87.2 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 8 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Hanse 445 and 2012 Beneteau Oceanis 45 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hanse 445 is a modern design by Hanse from Germany, while the 2012 Beneteau Oceanis 45 is a modern offering from Beneteau from France. The Hanse 445 was penned by judel/vrolijk & co. The 2012 Beneteau Oceanis 45 was designed by Finot-Conq.
In terms of size, the Hanse 445 measures 13.50m (44.3ft) overall with a beam of 4.20m, compared to the 2012 Beneteau Oceanis 45 at 13.94m (45.7ft) with a 4.49m beam. The 2012 Beneteau Oceanis 45 is 0.44m longer than the Hanse 445.
Looking at performance, the Hanse 445 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 18.91 and 87.0 m² of sail area. The 2012 Beneteau Oceanis 45, with an SA/D of 19.13 and 88.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2012 Beneteau Oceanis 45 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Hanse 445 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 15.1) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The 2012 Beneteau Oceanis 45 has a comfort ratio of 12.6 and a capsize screening value of 0.83. The ballast ratios are 31.7% for the Hanse 445 and 30.7% for the 2012 Beneteau Oceanis 45, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Hanse 445 provides 8 berths in 3 cabins with 370L of water capacity and 200L of fuel. The 2012 Beneteau Oceanis 45 offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 330L water and 180L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Hanse 445 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 2012 Beneteau Oceanis 45 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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