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Sailing yacht · 42 ft (13 m)
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Especificaciones clave
- Astillero
- Hallberg-Rassy
- Modelo
- Hr42
- Eslora
- 42 ft (13 m)
- Pasajeros
- 7
- Camarotes
- 2
Veredicto
A solid bluewater cruiser with classic Hallberg-Rassy build quality, strong offshore comfort and sensible systems. It is not a light, fast boat by modern standards, but it rewards measured sailing with security, good load-carrying ability and long-range livability.
Ventajas
- +Sturdy GRP construction with encapsulated keel
- +Comfortable centre-cockpit cruising layout
- +Good tankage and offshore-oriented systems
- +Well-regarded for heavy-weather security and long-distance use
Desventajas
- −Performance is modest compared with modern cruising yachts
- −Deep draft can limit shallow-water access
- −Age means condition and refit quality matter greatly
- −Sailing handling is competent rather than lively
The Hallberg-Rassy HR42/42E is a classic Swedish cruising yacht designed around offshore passage-making, with a heavy displacement hull, centre-cockpit layout and conservative sail plan. Publicly listed specifications show a 42.4 ft LOA, 12.4 ft beam, about 11,500 kg displacement and a deep 2.05 m draft, all pointing to a serious cruiser rather than a performance-oriented racer.
On the water, this design is known more for balance, steadiness and confidence than for speed. The masthead ketch/sloop variants and substantial ballast give good load-carrying ability and a reassuring motion, but acceleration and upwind pace are unlikely to match newer lighter yachts. Handling is generally straightforward for experienced crews, though the boat’s size, weight and draft call for thoughtful manoeuvring in tight marinas or shallow anchorages.
Inside, the HR42’s reputation is built on practical livability: a protected cockpit, generous tankage and a layout intended for extended cruising. The 1989 example with two cabins and seven-guest capacity should offer useful flexibility for family or charter-style use, but actual comfort will depend heavily on refit condition, upholstery, systems upgrades and maintenance history. As an older bluewater yacht, its value is strongest when buyers prioritize build quality, passage comfort and long-range capability over modern styling or light-air speed.
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