HANSE 545
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 53.15 ft |
| LWL | 47.9 ft |
| Beam | 16.11 ft |
| Draft | 9.19 ft |
| Displacement | 41,226 lb |
| Ballast | 11,684.5 lb |
| Material | 52’ 10”16.08 m |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 9.3 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 69.72 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 19.98 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 70.37 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 21.33 ft |
| FLforestay | 20 ft |
| Mainsail | 1,507 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 696.5 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 1,184.1 sq ft |
Accommodation
| Cabins | 3 |
| Berths | 6 |
| Heads | 2 |
| Water | 184.9 L |
| Fuel | 105.7 L |
| CE category | N/A€ |
About the HANSE 545
Shallow draft: 2.43m 7.97' Shallower draft: 1.95m 6.4'
The Hanse 545 is a fractional sloop designed by Judel/Vrolijk and built by Hanse Yachts, with production records indicating a build year of 2008. As a single-year model with an unknown total hull count, it represents a specific iteration in the Hanse lineup, characterized by a displacement of 41226.0 lb and a beam of 16.11 ft.
- Best for:
- This vessel suits coastal cruisers and performance-oriented sailors who prioritize interior volume and modern sailing dynamics over heavy offshore ruggedness. Its fractional rig and relatively light displacement (D/L ratio 167.46) make it well-suited for active weekend cruising and short-to-medium range passages.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a capsize ratio of 1.87 and a comfort ratio of 31.8, the Hanse 545 is designed primarily for coastal and nearshore cruising rather than extreme bluewater expeditions. Its fin keel and moderate displacement suggest it is best suited for protected waters and shorter offshore passages.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include the Beneteau 573 and Jeanneau 57.9, which share similar production eras and roles as large, performance-oriented cruising yachts with fractional rigs. These models offer similar interior layouts and sailing characteristics, appealing to buyers seeking a balance of speed and comfort.
Direct variant of the HANSE 545
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 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 20 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52° | 4.4 | 6.0 | 7.2 | 8.1 | 8.5 | 8.7 | 8.8 | 9.0 | 9.0 |
| 60° | 4.7 | 6.4 | 7.6 | 8.3 | 8.8 | 9.0 | 9.1 | 9.3 | 9.3 |
| 75° | 5.1 | 6.9 | 8.1 | 8.7 | 9.1 | 9.3 | 9.5 | 9.8 | 9.9 |
| 90° | 5.2 | 7.0 | 8.3 | 9.0 | 9.4 | 9.7 | 9.9 | 10.2 | 10.4 |
| 110° | 4.9 | 6.7 | 8.1 | 9.0 | 9.5 | 9.9 | 10.2 | 10.9 | 11.5 |
| 120° | 4.7 | 6.5 | 8.0 | 8.9 | 9.5 | 10.0 | 10.5 | 11.1 | 11.8 |
| 135° | 4.1 | 5.8 | 7.3 | 8.4 | 9.1 | 9.6 | 10.1 | 11.3 | 12.8 |
| 150° | 3.4 | 4.9 | 6.2 | 7.3 | 8.3 | 9.0 | 9.4 | 10.3 | 11.3 |
| Beat VMG | 2.8 | 3.9 | 4.8 | 5.4 | 5.8 | 6.0 | 6.1 | 6.2 | 6.1 |
| Run VMG | 3.0 | 4.2 | 5.4 | 6.3 | 7.2 | 7.8 | 8.3 | 9.1 | 9.8 |
Estimated Value
Low ConfidenceAsking price by model year
32 listings · boat years 2010–2012 · median $298,717
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 53.15ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
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Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
5 documented issues across 2 systems, documented on the near-identical sister model HANSE 531. The HANSE 545 shares its hull, rig and keel, so these findings apply.
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