Contrast 36 vs HR 38
Rare Swedish performance versus passage pedigree: Contrast 36's sport hull against Hallberg-Rassy HR 38's Baltic bluewater finish. Side-by-side specs from published model data.
Comparison table
| Category | Contrast 36 | HR 38 |
|---|---|---|
| Length overall | 11 m | 11.68 m |
| Beam | 3.52 m | 3.6 m |
| Production years | 1980–1989 | 1977–1982 |
| Overview | The Contrast 36 is one of Northern Europe's most recognisable production sailboats. Designed by E.G. van de Stadt and built in the Netherlands from 1980 to 1989, an estimated 100–150 hulls left the yard — a rare Dutch offshore performance cruiser with low Blocket liquidity. With… | The HR 38 is one of Northern Europe's most recognisable production sailboats. Designed by Olle Enderlein for Hallberg-Rassy and built from 1977 to 1982, roughly 250 hulls left the yard — a classic Enderlein blue-water cruiser before the Frers era scaled the range. With 11.68 m L… |
| Typical issues | Q: What chainplate corrosion issues appear on Contrast 36? A: Through-deck chainplate fittings on 1980s hulls need internal inspection for rust staining and soft laminate. Q: What aged standing rigging issues appear on Contrast 36? A: Offshore use accelerates fatigue; treat unknown rigging age as near-term replacement on passage-oriented boats. Q: What teak deck delamination issues appear on Cont… | Q: What osmotic blistering issues appear on HR 38? A: Older HR GRP may show osmosis; barrier-coat history should be documented. Q: What chainplate leak issues appear on HR 38? A: Chainplate backing pads need internal inspection for laminate softness. Q: What iron keel corrosion issues appear on HR 38? A: Iron ballast encapsulation should be verified with moisture readings. Q: What standing riggin… |