2017 Hallberg-Rassy 48 Mk II vs Dufour 520 Grand Large — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2017 Hallberg-Rassy 48 Mk II | Dufour 520 Grand Large |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hallberg-Rassy | Dufour |
| Year | 2017 | 2012–2017 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Sweden | France |
| Designer | German Frers | Felci Yacht Design |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 14.99 m (49.2 ft) | 15.80 m (51.8 ft) |
| LWL | 13.00 m (42.7 ft) | 13.85 m (45.4 ft) |
| Beam | 4.40 m (14.4 ft) | 4.69 m (15.4 ft) |
| Draft | 2.20 m (7.2 ft) | 2.45 m (8.0 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 15,000 kg (33,069 lbs) | 14,500 kg (31,967 lbs) |
| Ballast | 5,500 kg (12,125 lbs) | 4,600 kg (10,141 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 103.0 m² (1,109 ft²) | 110.0 m² (1,184 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 110 HP | 75 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 400 L (105.7 gal) | 300 L (79.3 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 700 L (184.9 gal) | 550 L (145.3 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 10 |
| Cabins | 3 | 4 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2017 Hallberg-Rassy 48 Mk II and Dufour 520 Grand Large 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 520 Grand Large is a modern offering from Dufour from France. The 2017 Hallberg-Rassy 48 Mk II was penned by German Frers. The Dufour 520 Grand Large was designed by Felci Yacht Design.
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 520 Grand Large at 15.80m (51.8ft) with a 4.69m beam. The Dufour 520 Grand Large is 0.81m longer than the 2017 Hallberg-Rassy 48 Mk II. The 2017 Hallberg-Rassy 48 Mk II displaces approximately 3% 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 520 Grand Large, with an SA/D of 18.79 and 110.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Dufour 520 Grand Large 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 520 Grand Large has a comfort ratio of 13.6 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 36.7% for the 2017 Hallberg-Rassy 48 Mk II and 31.7% for the Dufour 520 Grand Large, 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 520 Grand Large offers 10 berths in 4 cabins with 550L water and 300L 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 520 Grand Large 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 520 Grand Large 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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