Moody 336 vs HR 38
British deck-saloon versus Swedish centre-cockpit pedigree: Moody 336's protected helm against Hallberg-Rassy HR 38's Baltic resale pool. Side-by-side specs from published model data.
Moody 336 vs Hallberg-Rassy 38 — Heritage offshore vs volume value — advisory helps when survey budget is the tie-breaker. Buyer advisory
Comparison table
| Category | Moody 336 | HR 38 |
|---|---|---|
| Length overall | 10.19 m | 11.57 m |
| Beam | 3.53 m | 3.48 m |
| L/B | 2.89 | 3.32 |
| Production years | 1988-1996 | 1977-1986 |
| Overview | You step into the aft cabin of a 10-metre Moody 336 and glance back at the door, half sure you walked into the wrong boat. How did a wide athwartships berth and a proper settee fit here when the deck outside still reads as a 33-footer? | 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: Why do some listings show a 1987 start date? A: The official production window for the Moody 336 is 1988–1996 (starting December 1988). A 1987 date in a listing is usually a catalogue error copied between databases. | 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. |