Hanse 540e - A Supermodel Among The Hanse Yachts
Posted on 06/21/2007 EST @ 16:03 under: Cruising Sailing Yachts, Hanse
HanseYachts likes to compare the Hanse 540e with Albert Einstein’s long sought-after world formula – the minimum provides the maximum. Einstein never managed to find it – unlike HanseYachts, at least when it comes to yacht construction. For the Hanse 540e combines uncompromising luxury with superb sailing characteristics to create a fast boat which is captivating in its beauty.
The Hanse 540e is more than just a feast for the eyes – it’s also a delight to sail. Clean decks with plenty of room contribute to the ease of handling. A self-tacking jib, the fully battened main sail and an effective one-line reefing system each play a role in providing the ideal sailing characteristics shared by all Hanse yachts.
The Hanse 540e also demonstrates Hanse’s policy of consistently integrating innovations from competition into the construction of its yachts: the major propulsion comes from the main sail, and the high-quality fittings and materials are located just where the sailor needs them to be. The keel, which is constructed from iron and lead, provides a deep ballast center of gravity and thus ensures a high level of stability. Even with a yacht of this size, manoeuvring in all weather conditions is child’s play.
The dinghy garage in the stern is another unusual feature on this class of boat. And the anchor system, completely integrated into the forward deck, makes easy work of anchoring – at the touch of a button.
Hanse yachts have an above-average resale value. One reason for this is that Hanse selects the best materials and insists on the highest standard of craftsmanship. A feature which the competition offers only as a special manufacturing option is standard equipment on the Hanse 540e: the hull consists of an epoxy sandwich construction produced in a vacuum curing process!
The interior is spacious, comfortable and bright. Both on and below deck there is an atmosphere of luxury. The Hanse 540e provides significantly above average living room and comfort. The Individual Cabin Concept gives the (future) owner the freedom to create an individual furnishing style by combining a selection of
modules which complement each other perfectly in form and function. More than 70 possible furnishing options are available. Hatches flush with the deck and a light-band below the salon
roof, along with a black reflective window in the stern, have the effect of bringing a generous amount of light below deck.
And it’s not just the interior furnishings which can be individually
defined. The entire boat can be configured to suit personal taste – by computer, from home – thanks to the unique Yacht Configurator on the HanseYachts website.
HanseYachts builds beautiful yachts. The design concept is provided by Bremerhaven-based judel / vrolijk & co, whose designer, Rolf Vrolijk, is internationally renowned as the lead
designer for the Spanish Royal Yacht and the America’s Cup winner “Alinghi”. And, as if proof were required that the Hanse 540e is as secure as the other yachts in the Hanse range, Germanischer Lloyd has awarded the boat its Yacht Plus Certificate.
All Hanse yachts are built, checked and certified in accordance with the GL’s construction and safety standards.
SPECIFICATIONS
Length
16,08 m / 52’10’’
Beam
4,91 m / 16’1’’
Draft
2,80 m / 9’2’’ (standard)
2,43 m / 8’ (option)
1,95 m / 6’5’’ (option)
Displacement
approx. 18,7 t / 41,226 lb
Total sail area
approx. 155,00 m² / 1,668 sq ft
Design
judel / vrolijk & co
Base price ex boatyard
299.000,- € excl. VAT
Source: Hanse Yachts
The Hanse 540e also demonstrates Hanse’s policy of consistently integrating innovations from competition into the construction of its yachts: the major propulsion comes from the main sail, and the high-quality fittings and materials are located just where the sailor needs them to be. The keel, which is constructed from iron and lead, provides a deep ballast center of gravity and thus ensures a high level of stability. Even with a yacht of this size, manoeuvring in all weather conditions is child’s play.
The dinghy garage in the stern is another unusual feature on this class of boat. And the anchor system, completely integrated into the forward deck, makes easy work of anchoring – at the touch of a button.
Hanse yachts have an above-average resale value. One reason for this is that Hanse selects the best materials and insists on the highest standard of craftsmanship. A feature which the competition offers only as a special manufacturing option is standard equipment on the Hanse 540e: the hull consists of an epoxy sandwich construction produced in a vacuum curing process!
The interior is spacious, comfortable and bright. Both on and below deck there is an atmosphere of luxury. The Hanse 540e provides significantly above average living room and comfort. The Individual Cabin Concept gives the (future) owner the freedom to create an individual furnishing style by combining a selection of
modules which complement each other perfectly in form and function. More than 70 possible furnishing options are available. Hatches flush with the deck and a light-band below the salon
roof, along with a black reflective window in the stern, have the effect of bringing a generous amount of light below deck.
And it’s not just the interior furnishings which can be individually
defined. The entire boat can be configured to suit personal taste – by computer, from home – thanks to the unique Yacht Configurator on the HanseYachts website.
HanseYachts builds beautiful yachts. The design concept is provided by Bremerhaven-based judel / vrolijk & co, whose designer, Rolf Vrolijk, is internationally renowned as the lead
designer for the Spanish Royal Yacht and the America’s Cup winner “Alinghi”. And, as if proof were required that the Hanse 540e is as secure as the other yachts in the Hanse range, Germanischer Lloyd has awarded the boat its Yacht Plus Certificate.
All Hanse yachts are built, checked and certified in accordance with the GL’s construction and safety standards.
SPECIFICATIONS
Length
16,08 m / 52’10’’
Beam
4,91 m / 16’1’’
Draft
2,80 m / 9’2’’ (standard)
2,43 m / 8’ (option)
1,95 m / 6’5’’ (option)
Displacement
approx. 18,7 t / 41,226 lb
Total sail area
approx. 155,00 m² / 1,668 sq ft
Design
judel / vrolijk & co
Base price ex boatyard
299.000,- € excl. VAT
Source: Hanse Yachts
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