Hanse Yachts - 545 - For Sale

Presented by Shestakov Yacht Sales, the 545fromHanse Yachtsis asailing yachtrefined for comfortable passages as acruising sailboat, built on a dependablefiberglass and plasticplatform. Broker Andrey Shestakov and our team are ready to guide you from specification review to purchase and delivery.

Selecting a 545

Choosing the 545means prioritizing balanced cruising performance, practical capacities, and straightforward systems. With a 53 ft (16.23 m) overall length and a 16 ft (4.88 m) beam, it offers generous volume for life aboard. The composite deck, single Volvo Penta auxiliary, and sensible tankage support extended time on the water. If you are searching for a capablecruising sailboatwithin thesailing yachtsegment, this model aligns with that brief.

Features of the Model

• Hull and deck: A robust fiberglass and plastichull paired with a Composite deck for durability and weight efficiency.
• Propulsion: Single-engine simplicity with a Volvo Penta for reliable auxiliary power underway and maneuvering.
• Capacities: 215 gallons of fresh water and 125 gallons of fuel to support cruising routines.
• Performance profile: Efficient passagemaking with a 9 kn cruising speed and up to 10 kn maximum, with corresponding mph figures provided below.
• Backed by Shestakov Yacht Sales: Andrey Shestakov provides personalized brokerage support, from viewing coordination to closing.

Technical Specifications

• Builder: Hanse Yachts
• Model: 545
• Type: sailing yacht
• Class: cruising sailboat
• Hull: fiberglass and plastic
• LOA: 53 ft (16.23 m)
• Beam: 16 ft (4.88 m)
• Max Draft: 26.247 ft (8 m)
• Cruise Speed: 9 kn (10.36 mph)
• Max Speed: 10 kn (11.51 mph)
• Engines: 1
• Engine Manufacturer: Volvo Penta
• Deck Material: Composite
• Fresh Water Capacity: 215 gal
• Fuel Capacity: 125 gal

Pricing and Ordering

For current pricing, build guidance, and availability of the 545byHanse Yachts, contact Shestakov Yacht Sales. Andrey Shestakov will help align your timeline, discuss survey and sea trial arrangements, and outline logistics for documentation and delivery. Request a detailed quote and a tailored walkthrough of specifications to proceed with confidence.

Questions and Answers

Q: What type of yacht is the 545? A: It is asailing yachtoptimized as acruising sailboatwith afiberglass and plastichull, ideal for comfortable passages and extended time aboard. Key focus:typeand intendeduse.

Q: What are the key dimensions of the 545? A: LOA 53 ft (16.23 m), beam 16 ft (4.88 m), and max draft 26.247 ft (8 m). Thesedimensionsframe onboard volume and handling characteristics.

Q: Which engine setup does it have? A: The model is specified with 1 x Volvo Penta. This single engineconfiguration supports reliable auxiliary power and simplified maintenance.

Q: What are its speeds for planning a passage? A: The 545has acruising speedof 9 kn (10.36 mph) and amaximum speedof 10 kn (11.51 mph), useful benchmarks for itinerary planning.

Q: How do I arrange pricing, viewing, and next steps? A: Reach out to Shestakov Yacht Sales; broker Andrey Shestakov will coordinate viewing, discuss orderingdetails, and guide you through survey, sea trial, and closing for the545byHanse Yachts.

Owner Experience Review

Owners and reviewers consistently position the 545fromHanse Yachtsas a capable family bluewater cruiser that still feels manageable with a small crew. The self-tacking jib and lines led aft make short-handed tacking genuinely simple, while the big spade rudder delivers responsive helm feedback. For a cruiser, it shows willing performance: reports cite pointing to roughly 30° in flat water and touching about 11 knots on a beam reach in 18–20 knots of true wind, with the tall rig helping the boat accelerate under sail.

On board, the large, uncluttered cockpit, drop transom/swim platform, and bright, spacious saloon support weekend socializing as well as extended cruising. Owners value the tender garage for easy dinghy handling, though using it can trade away some internal storage. There are clear tradeoffs: the deep/standard keel (around 2.8–2.95 m) can be a handful in tight or shallow waters; under power, the base ~72 hp package runs about 8 knots and many prefer the stronger ~110 hp option for motoring into a head sea. Maintenance notes from owner forums and listings highlight tender‑garage hydraulics as a recurring service item, the need for vigilant saildrive/propeller-train care, and some gensets on used boats requiring extensive service—verification of generator condition on purchase is advised.

Pros and Cons

• Pro: Self-tacking jib and lines led aft make shorthanded sailing and tacking straightforward.
• Pro: For a cruiser it performs well, reportedly pointing to ~30° and reaching ~11 kt in 18–20 kt true wind with a responsive helm.
• Pro: Large cockpit, drop transom/tender garage, and a spacious saloon with flexible layouts suit family cruising and entertaining.
• Con: Deep keel (~2.8–2.95 m) can be challenging in tight marinas and shallow waters.
• Con: Base engine (~72 hp) gives about 8 kt and may feel underpowered motoring into a chop; many favor the ~110 hp option.
• Con: The tender garage reduces internal storage and its hydraulics are a known maintenance item.

Comparison with Other Models