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405 Hobie
Designer: Chris Benedict  ·  Builder: Hobie Cat / Ultimate Sailboats (Usa)  ·  First built: 1992
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About the 405 Hobie

Hobie Cat's venture into larger sailing vessels produced this distinctive trailerable sailboat that bridges the gap between their famous beach cats and traditional cruising boats. Built with the innovative spirit that made Hobie a household name in sailing, this design reflects the company's commitment to accessible, fun sailing experiences. While detailed specifications remain limited, the 405 represents Hobie's understanding of recreational sailing needs. The boat likely incorporates design elements that made Hobie's smaller craft so successful, including straightforward rigging systems and user-friendly handling characteristics that appeal to weekend sailors and sailing families. This model suits coastal cruising and day sailing adventures, offering more interior space and stability than Hobie's catamaran lineup while maintaining the brand's reputation for responsive sailing performance. The design philosophy emphasizes ease of use over complex systems, making it an appealing choice for sailors seeking reliable performance without overwhelming maintenance requirements. Given Hobie's legacy of producing boats that democratize sailing, the 405 likely delivers solid construction quality and thoughtful design details that enhance the sailing experience. For sailors familiar with Hobie's reputation for building engaging, well-balanced boats, this model continues that tradition in a more substantial package.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 13.29 ft / 4.05 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 12.90 ft / 3.93 m
Beam 4.53 ft / 1.38 m
Max Draft 0.30 ft / 0.09 m
Displacement 141.00 lb / 64 kg
Design & Construction
Hull Type Centerboard Dinghy
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Chris Benedict
Builder Hobie Cat / Ultimate Sailboats (USA)
First Built 1992
Number Built 200
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Performance Ratios
Displacement/Length Displacement to Length ratio measures how heavy a boat is relative to its waterline length. Lower values mean a lighter, faster boat.
Under 100 — Ultralight racer100–200 — Light cruiser/racer200–300 — Moderate cruiser300–400 — Heavy cruiserOver 400 — Very heavy
29.32
Pounds/Inch Immersion Pounds per Inch Immersion (PPI) tells you how much weight is needed to sink the boat one inch. Useful for calculating how additional gear and stores affect waterline. 1.25 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 0.90 ft / 0.27 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 85.90 ft² / 7.98 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) 29.32
How It Compares

vs. Hobie One 14, Ok Dinghy, Rs Aero

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Dimensions
LOA
405 Hobie ★
13.3 ft
Hobie One 14
13.7 ft
Ok Dinghy
13.1 ft
Rs Aero
13.2 ft
LWL
405 Hobie ★
12.9 ft
Hobie One 14
12.0 ft
Ok Dinghy
Rs Aero
13.2 ft
Beam
405 Hobie ★
4.5 ft
Hobie One 14
6.2 ft
Ok Dinghy
4.9 ft
Rs Aero
4.6 ft
Displacement
405 Hobie ★
141 lbs
Hobie One 14
275 lbs
Ok Dinghy
159 lbs
Rs Aero
66 lbs
Sail Area
405 Hobie ★
Hobie One 14
107 sq ft
Ok Dinghy
91 sq ft
Rs Aero
93 sq ft
Performance
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
405 Hobie ★
Hobie One 14
40.5
Ok Dinghy
Rs Aero
91.1
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
405 Hobie ★
Hobie One 14
3.0
Ok Dinghy
2.5
Rs Aero
1.0
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
405 Hobie ★
Hobie One 14
3.80
Ok Dinghy
Rs Aero
4.53
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
405 Hobie ★
29
Hobie One 14
Ok Dinghy
51
Rs Aero
Hull Speed
405 Hobie ★
Hobie One 14
4.6 kts
Ok Dinghy
4.5 kts
Rs Aero
4.9 kts
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