Najad 390 vs HR 38
Swedish semi-custom versus centre-cockpit pedigree: Najad 390's build quality against Hallberg-Rassy HR 38's Baltic resale pool. Side-by-side specs from published model data.
Najad 390 vs HR 38 — Book advisory to compare standing rigging and deck moisture. Buyer advisory
Comparison table
| Category | Najad 390 | HR 38 |
|---|---|---|
| Length overall | 11.75 m | 11.57 m |
| Beam | 3.5 m | 3.48 m |
| L/B | 3.36 | 3.32 |
| LWL | 10 m | unknown |
| Displacement | 9,500 kg | unknown |
| Ballast | 4,000 kg | unknown |
| Keel | fin | unknown |
| Rig | masthead | unknown |
| Designer | Thorwald Karlsson | unknown |
| Production years | 1984-1995 | 1977-1986 |
| Overview | On Swedish Blocket and on international YachtWorld, two listings can share the same model name. One matches Thorwald Karlsson’s Najadvarvet boat: built 1984–1995, LOA about 11.75 m. | 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 years and which designer should you check first on a Najad 390? A: Production 1984–1995 at Najadvarvet, designer Thorwald Karlsson. Reject ads or catalogues that give 1997–2005 or Olle Enderlein for this model; that is the wrong era and the wrong designer. Q: Which dimensions should match the yard-era record? A: LOA about 11.75 m and beam about 3.50 m with displacement about 9.5 t. | 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. |