HR 352 vs HR 38
Hallberg-Rassy centre-cockpit ladder: HR 352's compact offshore pedigree against HR 38's larger Baltic resale pool. Side-by-side specs from published model data.
Hallberg-Rassy 352 vs Hallberg-Rassy 38 — advisory clarifies refit reserves when survey findings differ from listing photos. Buyer advisory
Comparison table
| Category | HR 352 | HR 38 |
|---|---|---|
| Length overall | 10.54 m | 11.57 m |
| Beam | 3.38 m | 3.48 m |
| L/B | 3.12 | 3.32 |
| Production years | 1978-1991 | 1977-1986 |
| Overview | You stand in the narrow walk-through that made the Hallberg-Rassy 352 a yard sensation in 1978. | 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 — a classic Enderlein blue-water cruiser before the Frers era scaled the range. |
| Typical issues | Q: Which Hallberg-Rassy 352 years and hull counts should I verify first? A: Yard production is 1978–1991 with 802 hulls (Christoph Rassy / Olle Enderlein). Reject catalogue copy that still prints 1977–1989 or dims 10.7×3.35 m at about 5.8 t. Confirm plate identity on the hardstand before you negotiate. Q: How serious is the original mild-steel fuel tank? A: The tank sits deep in the bilge. | 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. |