Linjett 40 vs HR 36
Rosättra performance cruiser versus Hallberg-Rassy HR 36 centre-cockpit pedigree: Linjett 40's archipelago ergonomics against HR 36's Baltic resale depth. Side-by-side specs from published model data.
Comparison table
| Category | Linjett 40 | HR 36 |
|---|---|---|
| Length overall | 12.35 m | 10.87 m |
| Beam | 3.73 m | 3.55 m |
| Production years | 2002–2012 | 1989–2003 |
| Overview | The Linjett 40 is an elite-tier Swedish performance cruiser, built by the Rosättra yard with a level of forensic attention to detail that rivals the best in the world. It is positioned as a semi-custom alternative for the sailor who wants 'big boat' stability and 'small boat' ag… | 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. The model suits couples and small cre… |
| Typical issues | Q: How does the Linjett 40 handle in the narrow channels of an archipelago? A: It is specifically designed for this. The steering is precise, and the boat is very responsive to the helm. The self-tacking jib (often fitted) makes short-tacking in narrow gaps effortless. Q: Is the Linjett 40 a good choice for solo sailing? A: Yes, the cockpit layout is optimized for shorthanded use, with all winch… | 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. Q: How serious are chainplate problems on HR 36? A: Deck core moisture around… |