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Hallberg Rassy 53
Designer: German Frers  ·  Builder: Hallberg-Rassy  ·  First built: 1992
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About the Hallberg Rassy 53

Swedish craftsmanship meets serious cruising capability in this impressive yacht from one of Scandinavia's most respected builders. Hallberg-Rassy's reputation for creating robust, seaworthy vessels that blend performance with comfort is well-established among discerning sailors worldwide, and this 53-footer exemplifies that tradition. Built for extended offshore passages and serious blue-water cruising, this yacht features the classic Hallberg-Rassy design philosophy of conservative styling paired with progressive engineering. The pilothouse configuration provides excellent protection from the elements while maintaining good visibility, making it ideal for northern European conditions and long ocean crossings alike. Notable for its solid fiberglass construction and attention to detail, Hallberg-Rassy yachts are known for their longevity and ability to retain value over time. The builder's commitment to quality components and systematic approach to yacht design creates vessels that inspire confidence in challenging conditions. This size range represents an excellent balance between manageable sailing characteristics and spacious accommodation, making it well-suited for couples or small crews planning extended cruising adventures. The boat's moderate displacement and well-balanced sail plan contribute to both comfort and respectable performance under sail.

Core Dimensions
LWL (Waterline Length) 43.80 ft / 13.35 m
Beam 15.22 ft / 4.64 m
Max Draft 7.50 ft / 2.29 m
Displacement 50,706.00 lb / 23,000 kg
Ballast 19,842.00 lb / 9,000 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 1,406.00 ft² / 130.62 m²
Headroom 6.70 ft / 2.04 m
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/rudder on partial skeg
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer German Frers
Builder Hallberg-Rassy
First Built 1992
Last Built 2006
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Performance Ratios
SA/Displacement Sail Area to Displacement ratio measures how much sail power a boat has relative to its weight. Higher values mean more performance and speed.
Under 14 — Heavy cruiser, slow14–18 — Cruising sailboat18–22 — Cruiser/racerOver 22 — Performance racer
16.49
Capsize Screening Formula The USHS Capsize Screening Formula estimates offshore capsize risk. Lower is safer — values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing.
Under 2.0 — Safe for offshore2.0–2.2 — Borderline offshoreOver 2.2 — Coastal use recommended
1.65
Hull Speed Hull Speed is the theoretical maximum speed of a displacement hull, calculated from waterline length. Most cruising sailboats reach this speed in moderate conditions. 8.87
S# (Speed Number) The Speed Number (S#) is a quick performance index. Higher values indicate a faster, more powerful design relative to its size.
Under 3.0 — Slow cruiser3.0–5.0 — Average cruiser5.0–7.0 — Performance cruiserOver 7.0 — Racer
1.85
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. 2.0
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 68.24
J (Foretriangle Base) 20.0
P (Mainsail Luff) 60.37
E (Mainsail Foot) 20.67
SA Fore 682.4
SA Main 623.92
How It Compares

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Dimensions
LOA
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LWL
Hallberg Rassy 53 ★
43.8 ft
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42.2 ft
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46.1 ft
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Beam
Hallberg Rassy 53 ★
15.2 ft
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15.0 ft
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15.9 ft
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16.4 ft
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15.8 ft
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Displacement
Hallberg Rassy 53 ★
50 lbs
Little Harbor 53
43 lbs
Moody 54
44 lbs
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37 lbs
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40 lbs
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33 lbs
Ballast
Hallberg Rassy 53 ★
19 lbs
Little Harbor 53
18 lbs
Moody 54
14 lbs
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13 lbs
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16 lbs
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13 lbs
Sail Area
Hallberg Rassy 53 ★
1 sq ft
Little Harbor 53
1 sq ft
Moody 54
1 sq ft
Oceanis 523 Beneteau
1,292 sq ft
Oyster 53 Holman Pye
1 sq ft
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1 sq ft
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Hallberg Rassy 53 ★
Little Harbor 53
69 s/nm
Moody 54
72 s/nm
Oceanis 523 Beneteau
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SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Hallberg Rassy 53 ★
16.5
Little Harbor 53
16.7
Moody 54
16.6
Oceanis 523 Beneteau
18.4
Oyster 53 Holman Pye
16.8
Sweden Yachts 52
25.1
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Hallberg Rassy 53 ★
Little Harbor 53
41.7 %
Moody 54
33.9 %
Oceanis 523 Beneteau
35.3 %
Oyster 53 Holman Pye
40.4 %
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Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Hallberg Rassy 53 ★
Little Harbor 53
39.9
Moody 54
35.3
Oceanis 523 Beneteau
Oyster 53 Holman Pye
34.0
Sweden Yachts 52
34.1
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Hallberg Rassy 53 ★
1.65
Little Harbor 53
1.72
Moody 54
1.81
Oceanis 523 Beneteau
Oyster 53 Holman Pye
1.83
Sweden Yachts 52
1.77
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Hallberg Rassy 53 ★
Little Harbor 53
257
Moody 54
201
Oceanis 523 Beneteau
172
Oyster 53 Holman Pye
204
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Hull Speed
Hallberg Rassy 53 ★
8.9 kts
Little Harbor 53
8.7 kts
Moody 54
9.1 kts
Oceanis 523 Beneteau
Oyster 53 Holman Pye
9.0 kts
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8.6 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Hallberg Rassy 53 ★
1.9
Little Harbor 53
2.1
Moody 54
2.6
Oceanis 523 Beneteau
Oyster 53 Holman Pye
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2.8
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