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Hanse 400 2006 2007
Designer: Judel/Vrolijk  ·  Builder: Hanse Yachts  ·  First built: 2006
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About the Hanse 400 2006 2007

Built during Hanse's emergence as a major European production yacht builder, the 400 from 2006-2007 represents the German manufacturer's commitment to combining performance with practical cruising comfort. This 40-foot sailboat embodies the signature Hanse design philosophy of clean lines, spacious interiors, and user-friendly sailing systems. The model features Hanse's characteristic emphasis on easy handling through well-engineered deck layouts and rigging systems designed for shorthanded sailing. Wide side decks and strategically placed winches reflect the builder's focus on safety and convenience for coastal and offshore cruising alike. Below decks, the interior showcases efficient use of space with quality European craftsmanship evident in the joinery and finish work. Sailors appreciate the 400's balanced sailing characteristics, offering respectable performance without sacrificing the comfort that makes extended cruising enjoyable. The boat's moderate displacement and sail plan make it suitable for both weekend coastal adventures and longer passage making, appealing to couples and families seeking a capable cruiser that doesn't require a large crew to manage effectively. This model helped establish Hanse's growing reputation in the competitive 40-foot cruising yacht market.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 39.70 ft / 12.10 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 35.43 ft / 10.80 m
Beam 13.25 ft / 4.04 m
Max Draft 6.73 ft / 2.05 m
Displacement 18,518.83 lb / 8,400 kg
Ballast 5,919.41 lb / 2,685 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 1,136.67 ft² / 105.60 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/bulb & spade rudder
Rigging Type Fractional (9/10) Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Judel/Vrolijk
Builder Hanse Yachts
First Built 2006
Last Built 2014
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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
26.08
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
24.97
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
2.01
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. 7.98
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
3.3
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. 1.0
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 54.13
J (Foretriangle Base) 15.16
P (Mainsail Luff) 53.15
E (Mainsail Foot) 18.27
SA Fore 410.31
SA Main 485.53
How It Compares

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Dimensions
LOA
Hanse 400 2006 2007 ★
39.7 ft
Contest 40S
39.7 ft
Hanse 400 2008 2014
39.7 ft
Hunter 40
39.6 ft
J/39
39.8 ft
X4
39.7 ft
LWL
Hanse 400 2006 2007 ★
35.4 ft
Contest 40S
30.8 ft
Hanse 400 2008 2014
35.4 ft
Hunter 40
32.5 ft
J/39
33.5 ft
X4
34.1 ft
Beam
Hanse 400 2006 2007 ★
13.3 ft
Contest 40S
12.7 ft
Hanse 400 2008 2014
13.3 ft
Hunter 40
13.4 ft
J/39
13.0 ft
X4
12.5 ft
Displacement
Hanse 400 2006 2007 ★
18 lbs
Contest 40S
26 lbs
Hanse 400 2008 2014
18 lbs
Hunter 40
17 lbs
J/39
16 lbs
X4
17 lbs
Ballast
Hanse 400 2006 2007 ★
5 lbs
Contest 40S
10 lbs
Hanse 400 2008 2014
5 lbs
Hunter 40
7 lbs
J/39
6 lbs
X4
6 lbs
Sail Area
Hanse 400 2006 2007 ★
1 sq ft
Contest 40S
767 sq ft
Hanse 400 2008 2014
1 sq ft
Hunter 40
787 sq ft
J/39
720 sq ft
X4
818 sq ft
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Hanse 400 2006 2007 ★
Contest 40S
186 s/nm
Hanse 400 2008 2014
Hunter 40
108 s/nm
J/39
45 s/nm
X4
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Hanse 400 2006 2007 ★
26.1
Contest 40S
14.0
Hanse 400 2008 2014
26.1
Hunter 40
18.8
J/39
16.9
X4
19.2
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Hanse 400 2006 2007 ★
Contest 40S
38.5 %
Hanse 400 2008 2014
Hunter 40
J/39
39.4 %
X4
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Hanse 400 2006 2007 ★
25.0
Contest 40S
40.8
Hanse 400 2008 2014
25.0
Hunter 40
24.5
J/39
33.7
X4
26.7
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Hanse 400 2006 2007 ★
2.01
Contest 40S
1.71
Hanse 400 2008 2014
2.01
Hunter 40
2.08
J/39
1.61
X4
1.92
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Hanse 400 2006 2007 ★
Contest 40S
397
Hanse 400 2008 2014
Hunter 40
J/39
168
X4
Hull Speed
Hanse 400 2006 2007 ★
8.0 kts
Contest 40S
7.4 kts
Hanse 400 2008 2014
8.0 kts
Hunter 40
7.6 kts
J/39
9.4 kts
X4
7.8 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Hanse 400 2006 2007 ★
3.3
Contest 40S
1.0
Hanse 400 2008 2014
3.3
Hunter 40
2.6
J/39
X4
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