HANS CHRISTIAN 33
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 32.75 ft |
| LWL | 29.17 ft |
| Beam | 11.67 ft |
| Draft | 5.5 ft |
| Displacement | 18,500 lb |
| Ballast | 6,800.6 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 7.2 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 40 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 18 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 34 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 14.1 ft |
| FLforestay | 18 ft |
| Mainsail | 618.9 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 360 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 612 sq ft |
About the HANS CHRISTIAN 33
First built at Hansa Yachts (TAIWAN). Later Shing Fa (TAIWAN) 1987>. Later sill, available as the TRADITIONAL 33 and built by Pantawee Marine Ltd. in Tailand. (see builders notes.)
Designed by Harwood Ives and built by Anderson Yachts Ltd. (TAIWAN), the Hans Christian 33 is a robust cutter-rigged cruiser with 165 hulls built in 1980. Its heavy displacement of 18500.0 lb and full/long keel configuration reflect a design philosophy prioritizing stability and seakeeping over speed.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal cruisers and those seeking a comfortable, stable platform for short offshore passages, particularly owners willing to manage significant maintenance on aging systems.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a capsize ratio of 1.77 and a comfort ratio of 35.84, the boat is inherently stable and safe offshore, but its bluewater readiness is heavily contingent on addressing critical structural failures in the rudder and deck core.
- Comparables:
- Comparable to other 1980s full-keel cutters like the Cal 34 or O'Day 36, these boats share similar displacement characteristics and traditional layouts, though the HC33's Taiwanese construction presents distinct structural aging patterns.
Performance
Estimated Value
Low ConfidenceEstimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 32.75ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
22 reported issues across 9 systems for the HANS CHRISTIAN 33, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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