Hans Christian 33
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About the Hans Christian 33
Built from 1980 by Anderson Yachts in Taiwan, this robust cruising sailboat represents the Hans Christian tradition of seaworthy, heavily-built vessels designed for serious offshore sailing. Harwood Ives created a design that prioritizes comfort and safety over speed, evident in the boat's substantial 18,500-pound displacement and deep 5.50-foot draft. The cutter rig configuration with 600 square feet of sail area provides excellent versatility for varying wind conditions, while the traditional long keel design ensures directional stability and a forgiving motion in challenging seas. With a comfort ratio of 35.84, this yacht delivers the steady, predictable handling that blue-water cruisers demand. The fiberglass construction combines durability with reasonable maintenance requirements, and the 6,800-pound ballast contributes to impressive stability with a capsize screening formula of 1.77. While the hull speed of 7.24 knots won't win races, it reflects the design's focus on safe, comfortable passage-making rather than performance. With 165 hulls built during its production run, the Hans Christian 33 has proven popular among cruisers seeking a well-built, ocean-capable yacht that can handle extended offshore passages while providing a comfortable platform for coastal cruising.
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$49,000 – $49,000
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- Year of manufacture is not filtered. Older examples of this model will generally be priced lower than newer ones.
- Included equipment varies widely. A boat with a full suite of electronics, dodger, and new standing rigging may command a large premium.
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Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall)
32.75 ft / 9.98 m
LWL (Waterline Length)
29.17 ft / 8.89 m
Beam
11.67 ft / 3.56 m
Max Draft
5.50 ft / 1.68 m
Displacement
18,500.00 lb / 8,391 kg
Ballast
6,800.00 lb / 3,084 kg
Ballast Type
Iron
Sail Area (Reported)
600.00 ft² / 55.74 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type
Long Keel
Rigging Type
Cutter
Construction
FG
Designer
Harwood Ives
Builder
Anderson Yachts Ltd. (TAIWAN)
First Built
1980
Number Built
165
Associations
Hans Christian Owners Association
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Known Issues & What to Watch For
The teak deck overlay, used extensively on Hans Christian models, is prone to leaking at fastener holes and seams as the caulking ages and shrinks. Water intrusion through the teak decking commonly saturates the underlying fiberglass deck core, leading to delamination and soft spots, particularly around chainplates and deck hardware.
The hull-to-deck joint on Taiwan-built Hans Christian boats uses a through-bolted aluminum toerail to clamp the joint. This joint is prone to leaking, and the aluminum toerail itself corrodes where it contacts the stainless fasteners, often causing staining and structural loosening of the joint over time.
The long keel attachment on these Taiwanese-built boats used keel bolts that are prone to corrosion and weeping at the hull interface. The interior encapsulation of the keel bolt nuts makes inspection and re-torquing difficult; surveyors should probe carefully for rust staining or soft material around the keel sump area.
Chainplate knees and backing plates were commonly glassed into the hull with insufficient tabbing by Taiwan-era builders. On the HC 33, chainplate area leaks and loose chainplate backing structures are frequently found, especially on boats that have seen offshore use.
Original Taiwanese electrical installations used substandard wire sizing, non-tinned copper wire, and poorly rated connectors that degrade rapidly in the marine environment. It is common to find heavily corroded or partially failed wiring looms on unrefitted examples of this boat.
The teak and holly cabin sole and interior joinery is typically high quality but the underlying sole support structure can suffer from water damage and rot due to chronic minor leaks from the teak deck above. Checking beneath sole panels for soft or discolored structural supports is advised.
Engine beds and stringers in many Taiwan-built Hans Christian boats were lightly constructed and the fiberglass tabbing is known to crack and delaminate under engine torque loads. Inspect the engine mounts and surrounding stringer tabbing carefully for separation and softness.
The cutter rig on the HC 33 uses a boomkin for the backstay attachment; the boomkin hardware and its throughbolted deck and transom fittings are a known area for leaks, corrosion, and loosening, and should be inspected carefully along with the associated backing plates below deck.
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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
218
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
13.78
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
36.76
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
332.75
Comfort Ratio
Ted Brewer's Comfort Ratio predicts how comfortable a boat will feel in offshore conditions. Higher values mean a steadier, more comfortable motion in a seaway.
Under 20 — Uncomfortably rough20–30 — Acceptable coastal30–40 — Good offshore comfortOver 40 — Very comfortable offshore
35.84
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
1.77
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.
7.24 kn
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
1.28
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.
1,216.34 pounds/inch
SA/Displacement (Calc)
Calculated Sail Area to Displacement ratio using actual measured sail dimensions rather than reported values. More precise than the reported SA/Disp figure.
13.77
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height)
40.00 ft / 12.19 m
J (Foretriangle Base)
18.00 ft / 5.49 m
P (Mainsail Luff)
34.00 ft / 10.36 m
E (Mainsail Foot)
14.10 ft / 4.30 m
SA Fore
360.00 ft² / 33.45 m²
SA Main
239.70 ft² / 22.27 m²
SA Total (100%)
599.70 ft² / 55.71 m²
Est. Forestay Length
43.86 ft / 13.37 m
Mast Height (DWL)
49.25 ft / 15.01 m
Engine & Accommodations
Engine Type
Diesel
Fuel Capacity
80 gals / 303 L
Water Capacity
120 gals / 454 L
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