The Hanse 508 is a 51-foot bluewater-capable cruising sloop launched by Hanse Yachts in 2018 and designed by Judel/Vrolijk. Built to Hanse's signature "easy sailing" philosophy, the 508 features a self-tacking jib, twin wheels, and a stepless walk-through cockpit that integrates with the swim platform when the transom is lowered. The standard 80-hp saildrive, generous tankage, and three- or four-cabin owner layouts make it a practical long-distance cruiser, while the Judel/Vrolijk hull form with bulb keel gives the 508 a lively feel on passage. She replaced the Hanse 505 in the range and quickly became one of the builder's most successful 50-footers.
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What is the Hanse 508's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Hanse 508 has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 19.96. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Hanse 508's comfort ratio?
The Hanse 508 has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 27.64. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Hanse 508 safe for offshore sailing?
The Hanse 508 has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 1.95. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Hanse 508?
The theoretical hull speed of the Hanse 508 is 8.93 knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Hanse 508 weigh?
The Hanse 508 has a displacement of 32,408 and a length overall (LOA) of 51.02.
Who designed the Hanse 508?
The Hanse 508 was designed by Judel/Vrolijk, first built in 2018.