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Hallberg-Rassy 50 English
January 18, 2022 · 4 min · 15K views
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The Hallberg-Rassy 50 features a center-cockpit design with a focus on performance, offering an optional carbon mast and a wider hull form compared to previous models.0:40 During sea trials in light winds off La Rochelle, France, and heavy winter conditions near Ellös, Sweden, the yacht maintained speeds of 8 knots in rough seas.0:55 In 20 knots of true wind, the boat experienced apparent wind speeds near 30 knots, necessitating a reef in the Elvstrøm sails.1:35 The vessel reaches speeds exceeding 12 knots downwind.2:27 The cockpit provides significant protection and a secure steering position, though it lacks the expansive lounging areas found on some contemporary aft-cockpit yachts.2:33 Deck operations are simplified by hydraulic halyards and push-button controls.3:07 The interior layout features a single-level floor plan, three cabins, two heads, and a galley equipped with an induction cooktop and microwave.3:18 Base pricing starts at 1.5 million euros, with the tested configuration exceeding 2 million euros.4:17
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