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Hallberg Rassy 49
Designer: Olle Enderlein / Christoph Rassy  ·  Builder: Hallberg-Rassy  ·  First built: 1982
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About the Hallberg Rassy 49

Swedish yacht builder Hallberg-Rassy has built a legendary reputation for constructing exceptionally seaworthy cruising sailboats, and their 49-foot model exemplifies this Nordic craftsmanship tradition. Known throughout the sailing community for their robust construction and thoughtful design, Hallberg-Rassy yachts are synonymous with serious offshore cruising capability. This mid-sized cruiser represents the sweet spot for couples or small families seeking a vessel capable of extended passages while remaining manageable for short-handed sailing. The boat's design philosophy emphasizes safety, comfort, and reliability over pure performance, making it an ideal choice for blue-water cruising and coastal exploration alike. Hallberg-Rassy's signature attention to detail shines through in the quality of their joinery, hardware selection, and overall finish work. The Swedish yard's commitment to using premium materials and proven construction techniques has earned them a devoted following among serious cruising sailors who prioritize seaworthiness and longevity over flash. For sailors planning extended voyages or simply wanting a yacht built to the highest standards, this model continues Hallberg-Rassy's tradition of creating boats that inspire confidence in challenging conditions while providing comfortable accommodations for life aboard.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 49.08 ft / 14.96 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 41.00 ft / 12.50 m
Beam 14.50 ft / 4.42 m
Max Draft 7.22 ft / 2.20 m
Displacement 39,683.00 lb / 18,000 kg
Ballast 17,900.00 lb / 8,119 kg
Ballast Type Lead
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin with rudder on skeg
Rigging Type Staysail Ketch
Construction FG
Designer Olle Enderlein / Christoph Rassy
Builder Hallberg-Rassy
First Built 1982
Last Built 1997
Number Built 89
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Performance Ratios
PHRF Rating PHRF (Performance Handicap Racing Fleet) is a national racing handicap measured in seconds per nautical mile. Lower values indicate faster boats. Ratings are sourced from US Sailing's national database (median across 60+ regional fleets).
Under 0 — Ultralight racer0–90 — Performance racer90–150 — Cruiser/racer150–210 — Typical cruiserOver 210 — Heavy/slow cruiser
120
Ballast/Displacement Ballast to Displacement ratio shows what percentage of the boat's total weight is ballast. Higher values generally mean better initial stability and stiffer sail carrying.
30–35% — Typical cruiser35–45% — Stiff performance boatOver 45% — Racing oriented
45.11
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
257.04
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. 12.74 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 17.25
J (Foretriangle Base) 19.02 ft / 5.80 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 1,249.00 ft² / 116.04 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) Volvo Penta
Engine & Accommodations
Horsepower 143
Fuel Capacity 202 gals / 765 L
Water Capacity 370 gals / 1,400 L
How It Compares

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Dimensions
LOA
Hallberg Rassy 49 ★
49.1 ft
Bristol 488
49.0 ft
Swan 48 2 Frers
49.5 ft
Taswell 49
48.8 ft
LWL
Hallberg Rassy 49 ★
41.0 ft
Bristol 488
37.3 ft
Swan 48 2 Frers
41.0 ft
Taswell 49
41.9 ft
Beam
Hallberg Rassy 49 ★
14.5 ft
Bristol 488
13.2 ft
Swan 48 2 Frers
14.2 ft
Taswell 49
15.0 ft
Displacement
Hallberg Rassy 49 ★
39 lbs
Bristol 488
34 lbs
Swan 48 2 Frers
31 lbs
Taswell 49
32 lbs
Ballast
Hallberg Rassy 49 ★
17 lbs
Bristol 488
15 lbs
Swan 48 2 Frers
12 lbs
Taswell 49
13 lbs
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Hallberg Rassy 49 ★
120 s/nm
Bristol 488
Swan 48 2 Frers
Taswell 49
102 s/nm
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Hallberg Rassy 49 ★
45.1 %
Bristol 488
43.3 %
Swan 48 2 Frers
38.4 %
Taswell 49
40.0 %
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Hallberg Rassy 49 ★
257
Bristol 488
299
Swan 48 2 Frers
203
Taswell 49
196
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