Comfortina 32 vs HR 36
Swedish quality cruiser versus centre-cockpit pedigree: Comfortina 32's build against Hallberg-Rassy HR 36's Baltic resale pool. Side-by-side specs from published model data.
Comfortina 32 vs Hallberg-Rassy 36 — Compare rigging age and deck moisture before you commit. Buyer advisory
Comparison table
| Category | Comfortina 32 | HR 36 |
|---|---|---|
| Length overall | 9.5 m | 10.87 m |
| Beam | 3.27 m | 3.55 m |
| Production years | 1982–1998 | 1989–2003 |
| Overview | The Comfortina 32 is a classic Swedish cruiser-racer that has achieved cult status for its exceptional balance of speed, comfort, and build quality. Designed by Kenneth Albinsson, it was built to a standard that far exceeds modern production boats of similar size. | The HR 36 is one of Northern Europe's most traded centre-cockpit cruisers. Designed by Germán Frers for Hallberg-Rassy and built from 1989 to 2003 — a blue-water benchmark for Scandinavian couples stepping up from smaller HR and Najad hulls. |
| Typical issues | Q: Is the Comfortina 32 fast enough for racing? A: Yes, it remains a very competitive boat in handicap racing (SRS/ORC). It is particularly strong upwind and in moderate to heavy air, where its stability and hull shape allow it to carry full sail longer than its competitors. Q: How is the build quality of the Comfortina 32? A: It is excellent. | Q: Does the HR 36 suffer from osmosis? A: Yes — pre-1990 hulls built with non-osmosis-resistant polyester resin develop subsurface blistering in the boot stripe. Survey moisture readings above 15% (Tramex) on dry hulls warrant full treatment; typical cost at Nordic yards in 2024–2025 was €4,000–9,000 for hulls 10–11 m. |