Hallberg-Rassy
HR 412
At the helm of a Hallberg-Rassy 412 there is no fashionable pair of small wheels: one 122 cm rim sits on a wide pedestal and keeps a direct link on about 11 t. A 2013 card in the cockpit pocket still prints beam 3.88 m - but the saloon behind you already argues with that figure. Where is the truth?
The secret is on the builder's plate: the actual hull beam is 4.11 meters, not the 3.88 from the printout. Those 23 centimeters change how you read the saloon: not a "narrow 41-footer" from a table, but the yard's longest aft-cockpit line before the new generation. do not shortlist this model as a centre-cockpit sister to HR 43, and do not expect twin rudders like the HR 44: Germán Frers left one branch here - 41 hulls across 2011-2021, one 122 cm wheel on a wide pedestal. The mainsheet works mid-boom, so deck work here is arranged differently from a classic centre-cockpit HR. Before survey, trust the plate and the 2011-2021 window, not an open catalog from 2013; flush hatches and under-deck halyards are part of the clean-deck idea, not photo chrome.
Twin aft cabins or one large aft cabin, one or two heads - read this boat's plan, not a neighbouring 43. Engine class Volvo Penta D2-75 on a saildrive; brochure tanks about 340 L fuel / 530 L water (reviews sometimes print 344/537) - exact litres disagree across sources. Before purchase: saildrive diaphragm, teak, electronics and thruster invoices - not a "condition unknown" stamp. On the Baltic, berth and winter costs sit in the same ~41 ft class; with only 41 hulls you wait for the cabin plan you need instead of treating a centre-cockpit HR 43 as a drop-in twin. A neighbouring card can easily be an HR 372, an HR 43 centre-cockpit, an HR 44 or a 42F: same badge, different life.
At a glance
Quick facts
- Production
- 2011–2021
- LOA
- 12.61 m
- Beam
- 4.11 m
- Model
- HR 412
Key takeaways
- Best for: Frers modern HR aft-cockpit couples (2011–2021, 41 hulls)
- Common issue: mixed electronics generations and teak or thruster age
- Typical price: premium modern HR band; reject centre-cockpit shortlists with HR 36/43
Technical data
- Length overall (LOA)
- 12.61 m
- Beam
- 4.11 m
- Production years
- 2011–2021
Design history
The story of the 412 began in 2011 as a logical continuation of the 372 line. Germán Frers took the 'clean deck' philosophy as a basis: flush hatches and halyards running under the coachroof to keep the cockpit uncluttered. This was a bold step for a yard known for its conservatism.
Until 2021, when the series was closed with hull number 41, the HR 412 remained a unique offering. She was the first aft-cockpit model to offer two full aft cabins in a 12.61 m hull. The evolution from the smaller 372 is noticeable in the details: an increased mainsail area and an under-deck furler made single-handed sailing not just possible, but comfortable.
Typical problems
Buyer FAQ
- Is the Hallberg-Rassy 412 a centre-cockpit model?
No. The yard built it as an aft-cockpit cruiser (2011-2021, 41 hulls) and calls it the longest aft-cockpit HR. Do not cross-shop it as a sister layout to HR 36 or HR 43 centre-cockpit living.
- Which years and how many hulls should I verify?
Yard production is 2011-2021 with 41 completed boats. Confirm hull number and year before trusting open-ended 2013 brochure claims.
- Why does a printout show beam 3.88 m?
That is catalog/fixture drift. On the builder's plate and yard SSOT the hull is 12.61 × 4.11 m.
- What systems dominate a survey?
Volvo Penta D2-75 saildrive diaphragm, teak, electronics, thruster and sail invoices. Tanks: brochure ~340/530 L, reviews sometimes 344/537 - exact litres disagree across sources.
- Is this the same boat as an HR 44 with twin rudders?
No. The 412 is a Frers branch with one 122 cm wheel; the 44 is a different rudder and cockpit architecture.
Annual ownership costs
| Cost item | Low (SEK) | High (SEK) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marina berth | 28,000 | 62,000 | ~12.6 m class, Stockholm/Gothenburg |
| Insurance | 14,000 | 32,000 | Based on valuation and cruising area |
| Haul-out + storage | 16,000 | 38,000 | Including LOA and thrusters |
| Volvo D2-75 service | 8,000 | 26,000 | Annual engine and 130S Saildrive service |
| Rigging reserve | 11,000 | 30,000 | Periodic replacement of standing rigging |
| Systems and deck | 15,000 | 50,000 | Teak, canvas, electronics |
| Total annual | 100,000 | 260,000 | Excluding major refit years |
Pre-purchase survey checklist
Pre-purchase inspection checklist: Hallberg-Rassy 412
Hull and Measurements
- Verify the data on the plate: length 12.61 m, beam 4.11 m. If the documents say 3.88 m, this is a 'ghost' from early brochures; demand a correction of the specs.
- Check the mast height (Air Draft 19.65 m without the wind indicator). This is critical for passing under bridges on your route.
- Inspect the aft layout: one or two cabins? One or two heads? Different combinations were found across the 41 hulls.
Deck and Rigging
- Teak condition: the teak on the 412 was laid to high standards, but the age of the first hulls (2011) already warrants attention to seams and slat thickness.
- Flush hatches operation: check the watertightness of these hatches, they are aesthetic but require perfect seals.
- Under-deck furler mechanism: ensure there is no corrosion in the recess and that it operates smoothly.
Engine and Systems
- Volvo Penta D2-75: check the heat exchanger condition and ensure no leaks at the 130S Saildrive.
- Thrusters: bow and stern thrusters were often fitted to the 412. Test them under load.
- Electronics: evaluate the generation of Raymarine instruments. Mixing old and new NMEA protocols is a common headache on boats of this period.
Expert verdict
FairHelm rating: 8.4/10: The HR 412 is a modern Hallberg-Rassy aft-cockpit cruiser (2011–2021, 41 hulls). Do not treat it as a centre-cockpit sister of the HR 36 or HR 43; survey electronics, teak, and thruster history together.
- Pros
- Longest aft-cockpit HR package, Frers manners, and Baltic resale that still tracks the brand when invoices are complete.
- Cons
- Only 41 hulls, mixed electronics generations, and teak or canvas age can dominate the first ownership year.
- Who it suits
- Couples or small families who want modern aft-cockpit HR living and accept higher systems cost. Unknown: true electronics and teak state until a surveyor opens panels.
Vadim Nareyko, FairHelm Editorial, Last reviewed: 2026-09-11
Owner reviews
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- Archipelago family★★★★☆
The 412 layout works for two adults and teens in the Stockholm archipelago. Teak looks fresh but we replaced portlight seals in year two — cosmetic polish hid age.