Hanse 445 vs Hanse 470 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Hanse 445 | Hanse 470 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hanse | Hanse |
| Year | 2012–2017 | 2013–2017 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | Germany |
| Designer | judel/vrolijk & co | judel/vrolijk & co |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 13.50 m (44.3 ft) | 14.45 m (47.4 ft) |
| LWL | 11.80 m (38.7 ft) | 12.85 m (42.2 ft) |
| Beam | 4.20 m (13.8 ft) | 4.42 m (14.5 ft) |
| Draft | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) | 2.25 m (7.4 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 10,100 kg (22,267 lbs) | 11,800 kg (26,015 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,200 kg (7,055 lbs) | 3,700 kg (8,157 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 87.0 m² (937 ft²) | 96.0 m² (1,033 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 55 HP | 75 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 200 L (52.8 gal) | 250 L (66.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 370 L (97.7 gal) | 430 L (113.6 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 10 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Hanse 445 and Hanse 470 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hanse 445 is a modern design by Hanse from Germany, while the Hanse 470 is a modern offering from Hanse from Germany. The Hanse 445 was penned by judel/vrolijk & co. The Hanse 470 was designed by judel/vrolijk & co.
In terms of size, the Hanse 445 measures 13.50m (44.3ft) overall with a beam of 4.20m, compared to the Hanse 470 at 14.45m (47.4ft) with a 4.42m beam. The Hanse 470 is 0.95m longer than the Hanse 445. The Hanse 470 displaces approximately 17% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
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 Hanse 470, with an SA/D of 18.81 and 96.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Hanse 445 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 Hanse 470 has a comfort ratio of 14.1 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 31.7% for the Hanse 445 and 31.4% for the Hanse 470, 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 Hanse 470 offers 10 berths in 3 cabins with 430L water and 250L 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 Hanse 445 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 470 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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