"The best sailboat we have ever built" - the Hallberg-Rassy 40C

...And Hallberg-Rassy's CEO Magnus Rassy should know! Magnus takes Toby through the new Frers designed HR40C, a yacht that really exploits the benefits of modern hull shape. Price from approx £327,000 ex VAT
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[@bertfarin8755]

Wow, Toby, what a coup...getting a personal tour by Magnus the Man. Thanks for that video.

[@yachtingworld]

Yes, Magnus is a great ambassador for the brand and the industry and the ideal host for the tour!

[@Stuwy2]

Fair play for actually stating a price

[@tempomento5736]

Magnus, Wagnus, he is a dear person, just like you and I, Bert.

[@cr4zyj4ck]

@@Stuwy2 seems like you get quite a bit for that price, too!

[@terrywilson4166]

@@yachtingworld Did you ever do a sailing test?

[@eilandhegel]

I mainly enjoy hearing Magnus Rassy talking about his boats... I‘d buy a Hallberg Rassy just for his infectious enthusiasm.

[@cr4zyj4ck]

He seemed really genuinely happy and excited to be demonstrating the wonderful product his company has been able to bring to market. You can tell he really loves building these boats and loves his company, which makes you want to buy a boat, because the builder loves building them so much.

[@PlasmaOscillations]

Yeah you can tell he is a true sailor, at least I think, I wouldn't really know since I'm not a true sailor. But he seemed enthusiastic.

[@captainbob406]

This boat is the best one I have seen. Even 3 years after this video was put out. Love this boat!

[@alexnhan8527]

It's a piece of junk. Small cockpit, you have to climb all over it like a jungle gym. Jeanneau 410 way better.

[@toggtlas7099]

@@alexnhan8527 Haha, good joke. Oh? You were serious? Oh no... 🤡

[@brennersydney]

Like the way Magnus explains things, a passionate and talented man

[@crazifyit]

This boat has absolutely beautiful, clean lines! I love the way you can move around this boat and I love the spacious interior layout.

[@andrewlabat9963]

The quality just screams at you. It's so well made and the layout is brilliant. My favorite mono on the smaller side, can't wait to see the new 50'..

[@brokerhc]

Well made boat. Love the passion in Magnus' description of his product. No excuses, everything is in place and well designed.

[@willlowbridge350]

I know very little about sailing however this business owner designer of boats is so passionate about his work and what his team have produced it makes you want to own something like this, purely for the skill, knowledge and the detailed choices that go in to making these boats. I prefer these types of videos with key people who have sweat the tiny details and get seen alongside their products. Great content thank you.

[@yachtingworld]

Many thanks for the feedback Will

[@chongshaohong2969]

I particularly like the fact that they use the same piece of wood that is cut out to make wardrobe doors so the wood grain matches perfectly.

[@wlismyid]

Magnus's smile says it all--these are extremely well designed and built sea-worthy cruising boats. Great video!

[@kingsleyzissou5881]

so true a man behind his creation 100%

[@francisling3196]

Awesome vessel, who wouldn't want to circumnavigate in this beautiful craft.

[@petermcgrory5267]

She’s a really brilliantly designed vessel; everything is perfectly placed for cruising. Thank you very much! I really like the look of this vessel.

[@jgatkinson744]

Well it looks beautiful on land and how it performs and holds up under rough conditions out at sea only time will tell and if it’s going to fail out there is where going to happen

[@gregfawcett5152]

Should have been a boom furler...not in mast

[@MrFurriephillips]

This idea of making the hull length maximise the boat length - it makes so much sense, with the per-foot cost of marinas, etc. You really want to have the biggest bang for your buck.

[@AthelstanEngland]

Yeah although a lot charge on area now so length x beam which puts this at the top end... but if you can afford one of these I don't suppose it matters.

[@tellmelullabies5552]

After spending my whole life checking out boats (in fact I started last week), I decided that I want this one. It looks perfect!

[@davidBarrel]

hi, so, how it went? have you been able to buy one or sail one ?

[@tellmelullabies5552]

@@davidBarrel Hey, not really. A 40 feet is too much for me right now and HR is too expensive anyway. I did a daily skipper rya course and I'm just glad to be back to doing some sailing.

[@davidBarrel]

@@tellmelullabies5552 that's great man. A sailboat brand is just the direction to point your goal, wich is sailing and that's what you did

[@adventureswithdipsy]

Absolutely gorgeous. And it's obvious that even the normally unflappable Magnus is clearly excited by this new boat!

[@trifonp]

This video inspired me to leave my sofa and go buy a couple of lottery tickets.

[@BettySwollocks13]

You and me both, sadly it is the only way I could lead this life style :(

[@richardkelly5409]

Betty , sadly a lot of us are in that boat .

[@keithsoifer3079]

Sitting on a bench in the supermarket this afternoon, lost in my thoughts, and I hear a loud scratching sound. I turn to my side, and the woman sitting next to me is scratching a couple tickets so vigorously, I swear she was scratching her way to China. I hope she won something.

[@davidbrayshaw3529]

I wish I had read your post sooner. I would have happily given you my ticket from last week's draw but I threw it out.

[@jenswilke3600]

Depending on what you win, you might even go for: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bWrbnneNf7iijK8

[@music-man]

I have been Following the Build of this new yacht and I have made my mind up Im buying one! Its been five years of looking at all the boats the Amel the Nyad and Rustler and it always comes back to Hallberg Rassy. Toby thanks Cheers mate

[@thomaswilson4830]

Hallberg-Rassy have nailed it! Great boat, fabulous interior! Totally impressed!

[@sdtfoxon]

Magnus should do audiobooks. Love him! Looks like a great boat built for sailors who like comfort!

[@hereintranzit]

Astonishing, to say the least !!! Thank you Mr. Rassy for another masterpiece !

[@Alex-cw3rz]

All I could think was how is this 40 feet for start to finish, I was checking the description to make sure. This is insanely good space management.

[@Seawizz203]

I’m going to sell my home and buy this boat. Boy, will my wife be surprised!

[@tamurkhawaja7279]

Ex wife if you don't tell her

[@music-man]

hahahaha. This cracked me up.

[@sfopaladin2661]

Trade her in for the boat.

[@King_of_Africa]

If she's easy on the eyes I'll look after her while you enjoy sailing around the world

[@declcm]

Never give up on your dreams because of a woman, there are millions on this planet ... hahahaha

[@velocita8842]

Absolutely beautiful. This is the best 40 anywhere.

[@SoorinSeptimiuCooman]

This is the most beautiful sailling boat which I ever seen.Is a dream for me for the moment but ..."never say never" is that saying !

[@Adsideo]

Simply beautiful. No overselling. The design and workmanship speaks for themselves. 👍

[@MrFurriephillips]

Loved his moment of enthusiasm about the steering feeling.

[@funnystuff9998]

Swedish precision and ideas win me over. The price is surprisingly affordable. The reliability assured. Thank you Magnus.

[@trifonp]

Oh yes, it will "affordable" after I win eventually my lottery.

[@pavelavietor1]

hello i can not afford this boat , please if you get one invite me for a weekend .saludos

[@gingerjessy]

@@pavelavietor1 He will bu you one, it's so surprisingly cheap.

[@pavelavietor1]

@@gingerjessy hello you to funny saludos Bro

[@captainlou9677]

Not that I can afford it but I was expecting it to be North of 600k, so yeah. I agree

[@jordanmungo917]

Hearing him talk about it was really interesting Really nice boat

[@MrHaiopei]

Great, Magnus at its best, and the best advertiser for its products.

[@HellenicPandemic]

Great presentation Toby! Cool interview-really been enjoying your recent content. This boat looks like a winner for a cruising couple. Competing with the smaller Amel for me. Thank you!

[@yachtingworld]

Thanks for the kind feedback!

[@mgmcd1]

What a gracious man. Great work on this model.

[@guillaumemarchand4557]

is it me or Magnus looks like very nice guy? I've seen him in a few videos and he always seems super happy (and proud)

[@ndl1776]

Hallberg - Rassy did it again. In its class, the 40C sets the standard in overall design, practicality, performance and luxury. It is the benchmark boat in effortless sailing. Can't wait to sail it.

[@lightning9279]

Hell is freezing over. An old dog is actually listening to a customer base and adding more fridge and freezer space. Well done. Now, give an option that gets rid of that old wood interior. 👍

[@jeremyrowley1240]

That is not the market the buys this type of boat. There are others who do that.

[@OwlOfNivica]

I’m a little green on sailing and preference, just a quick question, why would you get rid of the wood interior? If I’m not mistaken wood doesn’t allow condensation build up, not that one would need it in an obviously air conditioned boat. Would like to know why you don’t prefer wood, thanks

[@lightning9279]

@@OwlOfNivica Old looking. Modern finishes look much better in my opinion.

[@dhession64]

This is stunning, even to a landlubber such as myself. I'd sail for about a week max before my feet had to touch dry land, but this little schooner might entice me to stay out a few days longer. Brilliant design, Mr. Rassy, and incredibly executed. Your attention to detail is what sets you apart, like a Rolls-Royce from a Chevrolet: they'll both get you where you wanna go, but how comfortable and happy will you be on the journey? 'Nuff said.

[@budawang77]

Despite the modern infatuation with catamarans you just can't beat the style and class of a beautifully designed mono.

[@MrZrryan2]

The QUALITY.... The fit & finish of a Hallberg Rassy.... really is the best in the world !! I hope they continue to focus on being # 1 for quality fit & finish, NO SQUEAKS !!

[@RusstafaB]

Fantastic boat and love the hull shape. Brilliant getting Magnus to give you a tour. Thanks for the presentation now waiting to see how it fares out on the water, over to you Toby to get out there and give it a run for the money. Will help confirm some sales for Hallberg-Rassy when we can see how it performs.

[@cordobes]

The amount of space down below is positively mind-boggling in a 40 fter.

[@sunlovesailing]

Super beautiful boats! We almost ended up with a Hallberg Rassy, I love them and think they are some of the beast boats built in the World.. There is just no way I could ever believe that with those large flat sections of hull that boat could be comfortable in a real seaway.

[@Navisworker]

Magnus enthusiasm is incredible. Could watch this guy all day.

[@cribord]

German Frers Is the best designer there is and a pride for Argentina!

[@wanderingbufoon]

Love that passionate deliveries of Magnus.

[@garymclaughlin4457]

unbelievable and beautiful craftsmanship. Worth every Cent.

[@EricMustardman]

She's easily one of the best blue-water cruisers anywhere to be found and very easily the most spacious and comfy yacht in her class. Kudos to German Frers and Magnus Rassy for that masterpiece. If I were to go on a single-hand circumnavigation, it'd definitely be on a Hallberg-Rassy 40C. I just adore the cockpit layout and design and would feel absolutely safe even under rough conditions.

[@salvadorrodenas3071]

My brother has a Hanse 315😂 at least, I can say both yacht are german ha ha ha

[@Perspari]

Magnus is such a passionate speaker, very specific with his words. Beautiful vessel

[@MrBoomie00]

Hahaha I could listen to Magnus talk all day.

[@robinhodgkinson]

Very, very nice. What a winner - practicality, design, finish, and all things considered, price. No wonder HR's have the pedigree they do!

[@VirtanenDK]

A good example of a nordic boat ! Where you can feel safe in all kinds of weather conditions. Thx for the look Toby...!

[@zvonimir2096]

Italians make best boats...

[@timothyrepp4259]

Zvonimir You must not be a sailor

[@zvonimir2096]

@@timothyrepp4259 i worked as a professional boat skipper and I crossed the Mediterranean Sea twice in a sailboat. Italian boats are the best...

[@timothyrepp4259]

Zvonimir I assume you are Italian and hence Italian boats are the best.That’s great that you have pride in your country and the many fine products Italy makes but there are many bodies of water known to be more dangerous than the Med.Although the eastern Med is known to get pretty rough at times.I would suggest that if you are going to do much world sailing that you’re ego is best left back on the shores of Italy.

[@zvonimir2096]

@@timothyrepp4259 i crossed the Mediterranean Sea twice, all the way from Greece to Spain and yes it can be rough, the Adriatic Sea as well can get rough... But still I prefer Mediterranean made boats over the nordic made boats...

[@tomwilliams8675]

All of Toby's reviews are excellent 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@TraneFrancks]

What an absolutely stunning boat. This is currently #1 on my wish list. Wow. Just wow.

[@c5back9]

Eaitifil! Congrats Magnus to you and your team on this wonderful design!

[@buckrichard7690]

What a beautifully designed boat. Clear, simple but elegant. I’m off to buy a lottery ticket!

[@hughnorman5869]

Very nice hearing from Mr. Rassy👍

[@GeneRossano]

the HR 40C is absolutely beautiful inside and outside. Ondeck and below deck are stunningly functional as well as comfortable. I love the massive wheel and two rudders for precise steering and boat control. The raised helm station platform is a really nice feature for average size people. Thanks. I sure would like to hook a ride

[@FBall-im8ui]

Nicest layout for a single handed with a dog that i have ever seen. I used to like the Najad but this boat has stolen my adoration, Was not mentioned of the horse power on the Engine. Ok so now it s time to do the conversion into Canadian eh! and that is going to be crazy unfortunately, Love this boat nicest boat i HAVE EVENBR SEEN in this size, I sail a benetau first 375 and I could make the switch immediately, Thanks for this video.

[@scorpion12369]

We have the same boat!

[@maryetdave]

Center cockpit, my favourite, this one is much more spacious than ours though.

[@agradina]

the interior is a masterpiece of design and good taste

[@thomaselliott573]

Nice presentation of a real yacht. Thanks.

[@N330AA]

I love how jolly Magnus is

[@rileymccormick5517]

Magnus is a beauty. Great boat, great video.

[@rosewood1]

Thanks for the video. It was like getting a personal boat show viewing. And from Magnus. Brilliant. Have always loved HR and they really have taken yacht design and build to another level. From the Rolls Royce like detail of being able to order matching replacement veneered panels to the significant hull design changes. Wow! And the price is actually very good value for such a sophisticated 45 / 40 foot yacht. Should be fast reaching and in most seas sail up wind pretty well. Windage will be greater but fancy electronics will cover docking and slow speed issues. Just need to nip over from Australia... cheers

[@johnnyhunter4345]

Like the price...

[@MrPink-]

What a gem of a sailboat, quality is palpable. I prefer motor Yachts but this is just glorious, the layout, the liveability capacity, the aesthetics of it. I'm sure sailing in this with fair wind must be boating at its best

[@seannoble8948]

Wow, this boat really blew me away....especially the aft bedroom and all the room that it offers. Now if I can only figure out how to purchase it being that it cost around 550K. 😫

[@petermcgrory5267]

What a great use of space! Thank you very much...

[@ZoneTelevision]

She looks fast, looks like they've adopted some of the racing concepts from the Open Class boats. Actually cool to see the company owner right there. Thanks Toby.

[@yachtingworld]

Thank you!

[@colintraveller]

Has to be thee only video i've seen whereby having someone from the Company .certainly makes all the difference . Fair play to the Company owner ....

[@mathewdelamere1]

Love Magnus. You can see how much he loves that boat.

[@mountaingoat6393]

Wonderful design - love the deep cockpit and the full beam master is quite elegant!

[@JSAVGA]

Absolutely beautiful craft.

[@alpgurpinar7285]

Very nice boat, thanks.

[@qatarsailor7727]

Very nice boat , good for single handed sailor 👌

[@esr243]

Actually Toby, I agree with previous comments that you’ve somehow stepped up; and make me wish I could buy almost boat you present nowadays ... informative and entertaining.

[@yachtingworld]

Thanks for the kinds words!

[@chiefsnarlsnortz1610]

What a beautiful boat! Well Done, Sir!

[@Halcyonyachts]

Very nice. We look forward to delivering one soon!

[@peterlamere1982]

This boat would be perfect.😊

[@puertola7186]

thanks for the review.

[@roryvonbrutt7302]

Holy moly what a mansion ......stunning ! ! !

[@planetdisco4821]

My favourite yacht brand. Such a quality build. I cannot believe this is a 40 foot yacht! One day, o, one day I will have one lol

[@starlight7830]

Can't wait till the HR 50 come out in 2021 ! I hope it have a full size washing machine like the Amel 50

[@davidc6510]

This boat is amazing!!!! Wow!!! 467k Euro's ready to sail - awesome.

[@maxflight777]

I’m speechless... utterly perfect. But twice the price you might expect !

[@R.E.HILL_]

Very very nice... And finally a HR 50... very cool...

[@captainlou9677]

That walk in engine room made me giggle like a school girl...

[@ashappliances7049]

And there is even empty area! For one more tank if it was mine...

[@ProductionJunction1]

So beautiful. My man is not going to let you explore without supervision lol.

[@simonridgewell]

not a cheap boat but for a boat of this quality it seems worth it

[@anthonyrondolino8148]

Fabulous package in merely 40 feet. Unreal!

[@kerbyfab]

One thing is for sure.... Mr. Rassey sure has passion for his boats!

[@gabriele5719]

This is a masterpiece. One of many from HR. Magnificent, to say the least!

[@wesanderson7918]

Great video. Can't wait to see the 50 footer.

[@jack7rem]

Thanks for the great video, looking forward to the on water test vid.

[@Stalefish6]

Thx thx thx thx-Magnus/TH… HR !

[@rainmaker3700]

That engine room is badass!

[@jimbranch6115]

Yes to the lottery tickets. That's the only way I'm getting one but I still want it! Niiice boat!

[@jontus9925]

Magnus is "the man" !!!

[@richdad100]

Good work.. always like their yachts..

[@abelzoni2138]

Funny when he said the price I thought, thats not that much. Lol

[@MatterHatter1]

That walk-in engine room is soooo nice.

[@MrFurriephillips]

That deck is exquisite.

[@BertMerlin57]

What a great layout... Open and light... I like Swedish boats...

[@Qrzychu92]

To be honest, especially with those armschairs, it is basically 40ft Amel :D Looks great