HANSE 415
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 40.68 ft |
| LWL | 37.4 ft |
| Beam | 13.68 ft |
| Draft | 6.89 ft |
| Displacement | 19,621 lb |
| Ballast | 6,900.5 lb |
| Material | 39’ 4”11.99 m |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 8.2 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 54.03 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 15.35 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 53.05 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 18.27 ft |
| FLforestay | 15.4 ft |
| Mainsail | 938.1 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 414.7 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 705 sq ft |
| SA total | 93,645.93 sq ft |
Accommodation
| Cabins | 2 |
| Berths | 4 |
| Heads | 1 |
| Water | 137.4 L |
| Fuel | 42.3 L |
| CE category | About153 000€(2016) |
About the HANSE 415
Shallow Draft: 1.72 m | 5.67 (option) Disp. approx. 9,36 t | approx. 20.063 lb Ballast approx. 2.900 kg | approx. 6.393 lb Total sail area: approx. 87,00 m² | approx. 936´ sq ft Main sail approx. 52.5 m² | approx. 565´ sq ft Self-tacking jib approx. 34.5 m² | approx. 372´ sq ft Genoa 105% approx. 40 m² | approx. 431´ sq ft Gennaker approx. 120 m² | approx. 1292´ sq ft
The Hanse 415 is a performance-oriented fractional sloop designed by Judel/Vrolijk and built by Hanse Yachts in Germany between 2012 and 2016. With a displacement of 19621.0 lb and a beam of 13.68 ft, it offers a balance of speed and comfort, though the exact total hulls built is not specified in the source data.
- Best for:
- This boat suits active coastal cruisers and weekend racers who prioritize sailing performance and modern interior layouts, as evidenced by the high frequency of North sails and Simrad electronics upgrades. It is less suited for those seeking a traditional, heavy-displacement bluewater trawler due to its lighter displacement and performance-focused design.
- Bluewater capability:
- While the Hanse 415 has a low capsize ratio of 2.03 and a fin keel, its relatively light displacement of 19621.0 lb and reported structural concerns regarding keel smiles suggest it is best suited for coastal and nearshore cruising rather than extended, heavy-weather bluewater passages.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include the Beneteau First 41.7 and the Nauticat 42, which share similar fractional rig configurations and performance-oriented hull forms from the same era. These models appeal to the same demographic seeking a blend of racing capability and cruising comfort in the 40-foot class.
Performance
ORC Performance Data(6 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° | 3.8 | 5.1 | 6.1 | 6.8 | 7.3 | 7.5 | 7.6 | 7.7 | 7.7 |
| 60° | 4.1 | 5.5 | 6.4 | 7.1 | 7.5 | 7.7 | 7.9 | 8.0 | 8.0 |
| 75° | 4.3 | 5.7 | 6.7 | 7.3 | 7.7 | 8.0 | 8.2 | 8.4 | 8.5 |
| 90° | 4.2 | 5.8 | 6.9 | 7.6 | 8.0 | 8.2 | 8.3 | 8.7 | 8.9 |
| 110° | 4.2 | 5.8 | 7.0 | 7.7 | 8.1 | 8.5 | 8.8 | 9.3 | 9.6 |
| 120° | 4.1 | 5.6 | 6.8 | 7.5 | 8.0 | 8.4 | 8.8 | 9.6 | 10.2 |
| 135° | 3.6 | 5.0 | 6.2 | 7.1 | 7.7 | 8.1 | 8.5 | 9.3 | 10.2 |
| 150° | 3.0 | 4.3 | 5.4 | 6.3 | 7.1 | 7.6 | 8.0 | 8.7 | 9.3 |
| Beat VMG | 2.4 | 3.3 | 4.0 | 4.6 | 5.0 | 5.2 | 5.3 | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Run VMG | 2.6 | 3.7 | 4.7 | 5.5 | 6.2 | 6.7 | 7.1 | 7.8 | 8.4 |
Estimated Value
Medium ConfidenceAsking price by model year
37 listings · boat years 2012–2017 · median $178,144
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 40.68ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
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11 reported issues across 9 systems for the HANSE 415, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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