The boat is the successor to the Hanse 345 and should score points with more sail area and many small improvements. In addition, the Judel/Vrolijk design has been visually integrated more strongly into the type series; there should no longer be any major stylistic differences between the large and small boats.
The Hanse 348 proved to be a strong sailor in the test: balanced with light pressure on the rudder, stiff even when heeled heavily and easy to call up the good speeds. With a self-tacking jib and halyards, sheets and outhaul led completely aft, the boat is also suitable for single-handed sailing and well suited for a small crew. Test coming soon in YACHT.