HANSE 300
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 29.49 ft |
| LWL | 26.08 ft |
| Beam | 8.89 ft |
| Draft | 5.51 ft |
| Shoal Draft | 1.08 ft |
| Displacement | 6,173 lb |
| Ballast | 2,424.8 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 6.8 kn |
About the HANSE 300
HANSE 300 & 301 appear to be similar.
The Hanse 300 is a fractional sloop designed by Yachtzentrum Greifswald and built by HANSE Yachts, with production records indicating a build year of 2001. This 29.49 ft LOA vessel features a displacement of 6173.0 lb and a beam of 8.89 ft, reflecting a design focused on performance and interior volume.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal cruisers and performance-oriented sailors who prioritize interior space and modern sailing dynamics over heavy offshore endurance. Its fractional rig and relatively light displacement make it well-suited for active weekend cruising and short-handed sailing.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a D/L ratio of 155.36 and a capsize ratio of 1.94, the Hanse 300 is primarily designed for coastal cruising rather than heavy bluewater passage-making. Its relatively light displacement and fin keel configuration suggest it is best suited for protected waters and shorter offshore passages.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats from this era include the Beneteau First 30 and the Bavaria 32, which share similar fractional sloop rigs and performance-oriented hull forms. These vessels offer similar interior layouts and target the same market of sailors seeking a balance between speed and comfort.
Direct variant of the HANSE 300
Near-identical models — same hull, builder and designer, re-badged or lightly changed. Specs and owner-reported issues are typically shared across the group, so a sister model's page may carry detail this one doesn't.
Performance
ORC Performance Data(1 certificate)
Measured performance data from ORC (Offshore Racing Congress) certificates.
Polar Diagram
Boat speed (kn) vs. true wind angle. Source: ORC
Racing Ratings
Triple Number
ORC Measured
Sail Areas (ORC)
Speed Table (kn)
| TWA \ TWS | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 20 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52° | 4.8 | 5.7 | 6.3 | 6.6 | 6.7 | 6.7 | 6.8 | 6.7 |
| 60° | 5.1 | 6.0 | 6.5 | 6.7 | 6.9 | 7.0 | 7.0 | 7.0 |
| 75° | 5.4 | 6.3 | 6.8 | 7.0 | 7.2 | 7.3 | 7.5 | 7.5 |
| 90° | 5.5 | 6.4 | 6.8 | 7.2 | 7.5 | 7.7 | 8.0 | 8.1 |
| 110° | 5.3 | 6.3 | 6.9 | 7.3 | 7.7 | 8.0 | 8.4 | 9.1 |
| 120° | 5.1 | 6.2 | 6.8 | 7.3 | 7.7 | 8.1 | 9.0 | 9.6 |
| 135° | 4.6 | 5.7 | 6.5 | 7.0 | 7.4 | 7.9 | 8.9 | 10.7 |
| 150° | 3.9 | 5.0 | 5.8 | 6.5 | 7.0 | 7.4 | 8.2 | 9.3 |
| Beat VMG | 3.1 | 3.8 | 4.3 | 4.6 | 4.7 | 4.7 | 4.7 | 4.6 |
| Run VMG | 3.4 | 4.3 | 5.1 | 5.8 | 6.3 | 6.8 | 7.6 | 8.4 |
Market Price
Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 29.49ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Articles & Reviews
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
3 reported issues across 2 systems for the HANSE 300, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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