Hanse 588 vs Dufour 520 Grand Large — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Hanse 588 | Dufour 520 Grand Large |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hanse | Dufour |
| Year | 2018 | 2012–2017 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | France |
| Designer | judel/vrolijk & co | Felci Yacht Design |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 17.55 m (57.6 ft) | 15.80 m (51.8 ft) |
| LWL | 15.62 m (51.2 ft) | 13.85 m (45.4 ft) |
| Beam | 5.09 m (16.7 ft) | 4.69 m (15.4 ft) |
| Draft | 2.60 m (8.5 ft) | 2.45 m (8.0 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 19,000 kg (41,888 lbs) | 14,500 kg (31,967 lbs) |
| Ballast | 6,200 kg (13,669 lbs) | 4,600 kg (10,141 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 143.0 m² (1,539 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 | 10 | 10 |
| Cabins | 4 | 4 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Hanse 588 and Dufour 520 Grand Large represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hanse 588 is a modern design by Hanse from Germany, while the Dufour 520 Grand Large is a modern offering from Dufour from France. The Hanse 588 was penned by judel/vrolijk & co. The Dufour 520 Grand Large was designed by Felci Yacht Design.
In terms of size, the Hanse 588 measures 17.55m (57.6ft) overall with a beam of 5.09m, compared to the Dufour 520 Grand Large at 15.80m (51.8ft) with a 4.69m beam. The Hanse 588 is 1.75m longer than the Dufour 520 Grand Large. The Hanse 588 displaces approximately 31% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Hanse 588 has generous sail power for spirited sailing with an SA/D ratio of 20.40 and 143.0 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 Hanse 588 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Hanse 588 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 12.7) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.76). The Dufour 520 Grand Large has a comfort ratio of 13.6 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 32.6% for the Hanse 588 and 31.7% for the Dufour 520 Grand Large, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Hanse 588 provides 10 berths in 4 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 Dufour 520 Grand Large 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 588 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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