Sailing Characteristics of Hallberg Rassy 352

[phk]

I am considering looking for a HR352 to purchase in the eastern USA. HR352 appeals to me because of size, quality, and layout. I would appreciate some information on its sailing and motoring characteristics. How close to the wind can it sail ? 40 degrees ? Can it achieve hull speed in 15 knots of wind ? How is it on a reach in 10 knots of wind ? Down wind ? Does anyone have a polar diagram ?
I assume if can handle heavy weather (greater than 40 knots of wind) great. Can it motor at hull speed against a current of 2 -3 knots ?

Also, any problems i shld look for one ?

thanks for any help.

 

[Tranona]

They sail like they look. Steady and dependable. The boat of choice for ocean voyagers in the 70s and 80s. Many have been maintained in good condition and achieve good prices BUT beware worn teak decks as remedy is expensive. By today's standards small and cramped below decks, particularly the aft cabin - known as a "Swedish grotto".. Big enough engine to achieve hull speed comfortably - current is irrelevant - that is if it can achieve hull speed of over 7 knots and a 3 knot adverse current you will do 4 knots over the ground. More power or speed won't change the adverse effect of the current.

 

[pandos]

I have one from 1980.

It sails well in heavy weather.

It does not point very well but I have a habit of being over canvased, so that will effect pointing.

It will mooch along nicely even in Light air...

My engine is the original vp MD21b.

Which moves it along in anything...

I usually motor at about 1800 rpm which is about 5.5 knots.

The wooden decks are screwed down. Mine was removed in the past and replaced with rubbish cork type of plastic...
I took that off, bored out the holes, and filled and painted deck, cheap and cheerful method.

Few guys on the web who seem to have unlimited budgets have taken them apart...and whilst their videos are interesting, they are way over the top...

The screens rot from corrosion due to stainless screws this can be ground out and filled and painted or but new screen from HR...

I love and hate mine.... My main issue is that I cannot stand at the wheel unless I am hard on the wind with the rail in the water...

 

[phk]

Thank you both for this information. Does anyone have bow and stern views of the keel ?
Much appreciated.

Paul

 

[Stork_III]

Hallberg-Rassy 352

 

[johnalison]

I have seen 352s with both single and double-spreader rigs. The basic rig is a bit slow in lighter winds but I think the taller rig must be better.

 

[Stork_III]

I have seen 352s with both single and double-spreader rigs. The basic rig is a bit slow in lighter winds but I think the taller rig must be better.

Single spreader was the original rig, double taller became an option, and later standard (?).

 

[phk]

Thanks for information - all helpful. The odds of finding a tall rig in the NE USA is pretty low...