HANSE 315
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 31.56 ft |
| LWL | 28.54 ft |
| Beam | 10.99 ft |
| Draft | 6.07 ft |
| Displacement | 10,362 lb |
| Ballast | 3,472.3 lb |
| Material | 29’ 11”9.1 m |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 7.2 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 38.71 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 11.38 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 37.73 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 13.94 ft |
| FLforestay | 11.4 ft |
| Mainsail | 504.3 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 220.3 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 374.4 sq ft |
Accommodation
| Cabins | 2 |
| Berths | 4 |
| Heads | 5 |
| Water | 60.8 L |
| Fuel | 26.4 L |
| CE category | About77 000€(2020) |
About the HANSE 315
Shallow Draft (opt): 1.35 m | 4.16´ Ballast for shallow draft: 1.500 kg | 3307 lbs Total (upwind) sail area 47.00 m² | 506 sq ft Main sail approx. 29.50 m² | approx. 318 sq ft Self-tacking jib approx. 17.50 m² | approx. 188 sq ft. Interior HanseYachts Design
The Hanse 315 is a modern fractional sloop designed by Judel/Vrolijk and built by Hanse Yachts, with production records indicating a build year of 2016. While the exact total hull count is unspecified in the available data, this model represents a specific iteration in the Hanse lineup, characterized by a displacement of 10362.0 lb and a beam of 10.99 ft.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal cruisers and performance-oriented sailors who prioritize modern sailing dynamics and interior comfort over heavy offshore provisioning. Its fractional rig and relatively light displacement make it well-suited for active weekend cruising and short-handed sailing.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a capsize ratio of 2.02 and a comfort ratio of 22.33, the Hanse 315 is designed primarily for coastal and inshore cruising rather than extended bluewater passages. Its fin keel and moderate displacement suggest it is best suited for protected waters and short offshore trips rather than heavy ocean voyaging.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include the Beneteau First 31 and the Nauticat 31, as they share similar fractional sloop rigs and target the same market of performance-conscious coastal cruisers. The Hanse 315 distinguishes itself with a more modern interior layout and Judel/Vrolijk hull design compared to these contemporaries.
Performance
ORC Performance Data(17 certificates)
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 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 20 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52° | 3.6 | 4.9 | 5.8 | 6.3 | 6.5 | 6.6 | 6.7 | 6.7 | 6.7 |
| 60° | 3.9 | 5.2 | 6.0 | 6.5 | 6.8 | 6.9 | 6.9 | 7.0 | 6.9 |
| 75° | 4.1 | 5.5 | 6.3 | 6.7 | 7.0 | 7.2 | 7.3 | 7.4 | 7.4 |
| 90° | 4.1 | 5.4 | 6.3 | 6.8 | 7.1 | 7.3 | 7.5 | 7.8 | 7.9 |
| 110° | 3.8 | 5.3 | 6.3 | 6.9 | 7.3 | 7.6 | 7.9 | 8.2 | 8.4 |
| 120° | 3.7 | 5.1 | 6.2 | 6.8 | 7.2 | 7.6 | 7.9 | 8.6 | 8.9 |
| 135° | 3.3 | 4.6 | 5.7 | 6.5 | 6.9 | 7.3 | 7.7 | 8.4 | 9.3 |
| 150° | 2.7 | 3.9 | 4.9 | 5.8 | 6.5 | 7.0 | 7.3 | 8.0 | 8.8 |
| Beat VMG | 2.3 | 3.1 | 3.8 | 4.2 | 4.4 | 4.5 | 4.6 | 4.6 | 4.5 |
| Run VMG | 2.4 | 3.4 | 4.3 | 5.1 | 5.8 | 6.3 | 6.8 | 7.4 | 8.1 |
Estimated Value
Medium ConfidenceAsking price by model year
39 listings · boat years 2006–2026 · median $117,612
Each dot is one listing · hover for details · dashed red line marks the median · obvious data-entry outliers (top & bottom 2.5%) excluded.
Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 31.56ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
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