The Hallberg-Rassy 53 is designed with the cruising connoisseur very much in mind. She follows closely the tradition and philosophy behind my earlier Hallberg-Rassy designs. The hull shape was developed following the significant lessons learned from the intense research program carried out by our design office for the America s Cup.
Racing they say improves the breed. This is certainly the case with the 53 which, though not designed with competition in mind, benefits, particularly when sailing upwind from testing we carried out on keel and rudder shapes.
Her moderate displacement is in line with the yacht s strong construction and high level of equipment carried on board. Sail area too is generous, and coupled with the excellent stability gained from the 53´s special bulb keel, performs well, even in light winds.
The overhangs are rather generous for her type and contribute to give the yacht an aspect of graceful elegance which will be maintained regardless of the passage of time.
Model:
Hallberg-Rassy 53
Builder:
Hallberg-Rassy
Designer:
Germán Frers
Contact:
Hallberg-Rassy
Last Updated:
22-Jun-2004
Length:
16.44 m
Beam:
4.64 m
Draft/:
2.29 m
Engine:
Volvo Penta 1x 145 hp TAMD41 B HD
Fuel:
Diesel
Displacement in Tons:
23
Fuel
Water
Holding
Tanks (Ltrs)
850
1020
0
Sail / Rigging
Sail area with jib: 131 m² / 1 410 sq ft
Sail area with furling genoa: 148 m² / 1 593 sq ft
We reserve the right to change following our policy of constant development.
