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.
Comparison table
| Category | HR 352 | HR 38 |
|---|---|---|
| Length overall | 10.7 m | 11.68 m |
| Beam | 3.42 m | 3.6 m |
| Production years | 1977–1989 | 1977–1982 |
| Overview | The HR 352 is one of Northern Europe's most recognisable production sailboats. Designed by Olle Enderlein for Hallberg-Rassy and built from 1977 to 1989, roughly 800+ hulls left the yard — the Enderlein bridge between Monsun 31 and the Frers-era HR 34. With 10.7 m LOA, 3.35 m be… | 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 deck hardware bedding issues appear on HR 352? A: Bedding failure at stanchions and tracks is the most frequent survey finding; budget 6,000–20,000 kr per zone for rebedding at Nordic yards. Q: What standing rigging age issues appear on HR 352? A: Plan replacement at 10–12 years or when terminal cups show cracks; full standing rigging typically costs 25,000–60,000 kr in Scandinavia. Q: Wh… | 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… |