2017 Hallberg-Rassy 48 Mk II vs Dufour 45E — Comparison
Dufour 45E
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2017 Hallberg-Rassy 48 Mk II | Dufour 45E |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hallberg-Rassy | Dufour |
| Year | 2017 | 2008–2011 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Sweden | France |
| Designer | German Frers | Umberto Felci |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 14.99 m (49.2 ft) | 13.80 m (45.3 ft) |
| LWL | 13.00 m (42.7 ft) | 11.90 m (39.0 ft) |
| Beam | 4.40 m (14.4 ft) | 4.20 m (13.8 ft) |
| Draft | 2.20 m (7.2 ft) | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 15,000 kg (33,069 lbs) | 10,500 kg (23,149 lbs) |
| Ballast | 5,500 kg (12,125 lbs) | 3,200 kg (7,055 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 103.0 m² (1,109 ft²) | 88.0 m² (947 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 110 HP | 55 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 400 L (105.7 gal) | 200 L (52.8 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 700 L (184.9 gal) | 380 L (100.4 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 8 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2017 Hallberg-Rassy 48 Mk II and Dufour 45E represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2017 Hallberg-Rassy 48 Mk II is a modern design by Hallberg-Rassy from Sweden, while the Dufour 45E is a 2000s offering from Dufour from France. The 2017 Hallberg-Rassy 48 Mk II was penned by German Frers. The Dufour 45E was designed by Umberto Felci.
In terms of size, the 2017 Hallberg-Rassy 48 Mk II measures 14.99m (49.2ft) overall with a beam of 4.40m, compared to the Dufour 45E at 13.80m (45.3ft) with a 4.20m beam. The 2017 Hallberg-Rassy 48 Mk II is 1.19m longer than the Dufour 45E. The 2017 Hallberg-Rassy 48 Mk II displaces approximately 43% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2017 Hallberg-Rassy 48 Mk II has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.20 and 103.0 m² of sail area. The Dufour 45E, with an SA/D of 18.64 and 88.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Dufour 45E has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2017 Hallberg-Rassy 48 Mk II offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.3) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.71). The Dufour 45E has a comfort ratio of 15.3 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 36.7% for the 2017 Hallberg-Rassy 48 Mk II and 30.5% for the Dufour 45E, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2017 Hallberg-Rassy 48 Mk II provides 7 berths in 3 cabins with 700L of water capacity and 400L of fuel. The Dufour 45E offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 380L water and 200L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2017 Hallberg-Rassy 48 Mk II 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 Dufour 45E has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The Dufour 45E 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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