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HANS CHRISTIAN 48

HANS CHRISTIAN 48

Anderson Yachts Ltd. (TAIWAN)🇹🇼· Design: Scott Sprague
$275,000 avg$275,000 – $275,000 (1 listings)from 198530 built
$3.9K – $11K est. annual maintenance
Bluewater CruisermonoCutterFull/Long
Hans Christian Owners Association ↗

Specifications

Hull

LOA47.83 ft
LWL41.25 ft
Beam14.25 ft
Draft6.5 ft
Displacement44,000 lb
Ballast14,700.4 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL8.6 kn

Rig & Sails

Iforetriangle height54 ft
Jforetriangle base26.5 ft
Pmainsail luff46.83 ft
Emainsail foot17.5 ft
FLforestay26.5 ft
Mainsail1,158 sq ft
Jib (100%)715.5 sq ft
Spinnaker1,216.4 sq ft

About the HANS CHRISTIAN 48

Later a similar yacht was available as the TRADITIONAL 48 from Pantawee Marine Co., Ltd. in Thailand. Also available as a staysail ketch.

Sailpages Buyer's Take

Designed by Scott Sprague and built by Anderson Yachts Ltd. in Taiwan, the Hans Christian 48 is a substantial cruising yacht with a production run of 30 hulls completed in 1985. Its heavy displacement of 44000.0 lb and full keel design reflect a traditional, seakworthy approach to offshore cruising.

Best for:
This boat suits experienced coastal and offshore cruisers who prioritize stability and comfort over speed, particularly those comfortable with a cutter rig and heavier handling characteristics.
Bluewater capability:
With a displacement of 44000.0 lb, a low capsize ratio of 1.62, and a full/long keel, the Hans Christian 48 is well-suited for bluewater cruising, offering excellent stability and motion comfort in heavy weather.
Comparables:
Comparable boats include the Hallberg-Rassy 43 and the Tartan 4400, as they share similar heavy displacement, full keel designs, and a focus on safe, comfortable offshore passage making from the same era.

Performance

Comfort45.7
Capsize1.62
SA/Disp14.5
Disp/Len280
Bal/Disp33.4

Market Price

Low
$275,000
Average
$275,000
High
$275,000
Based on 1 listings across 1 marketplace

Estimated Cost of Ownership

Based on 47.83ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.

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Annual Maintenance
$3.9K – $11K
Hull, rigging, sails, engine service
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Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection

3 reported issues across 3 systems for the HANS CHRISTIAN 48, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.

2 critical1 major
Electrical1Rudder1Rigging1

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