Bluewater Vessel Specifications

S/V Attila

A classic Hans Christian 34T double-ended cutter specially modified to withstand the rigors of deep ocean passages and remote archipelago expeditions.

S/V Attila under sail
Hans Christian 34T

Built for Ocean Seaworthiness

Vessel Data
Design & Naval ArchitectRobert H. Perry
ModelHans Christian 34T (Cutter)
Length Overall (LOA)42 ft (with bowsprit & boomkin)
Displacement13 Metric Tons (Heavy Bluewater)
Hull FormDouble-ended Canoe Stern Whale-Boat
Auxiliary PropulsionVolvo Penta Marine Diesel
Registration / FlagUnited States (Delaware)
Berths & Accommodations6 Bunks
Autonomous Sea Range3 Months under sail / 500+ nm under power

Why the Hans Christian 34T?

Captain Adrian spent years searching for the ideal Hans Christian cutter. In the world of bluewater voyaging, these vessels are universally recognized as among the strongest, most forgiving, and seaworthiest small sailing yachts ever built.

Designed by legendary naval architect Robert H. Perry, her classic double-ended hull form echoes traditional whale-boats. The canoe stern parts following seas cleanly in heavy conditions, preventing broaching and ensuring comfortable motion even during multi-week ocean passages.

Vessel maintenance and rigging modificationsS/V Attila at anchor

Expedition Modifications & Safety Systems

Attila has been substantially customized and structurally reinforced to thrive in complete autonomy in the most remote corners of the globe:

Reinforced Rigging: Oversized wire and heavy-duty chainplates engineered to withstand sustained gale and storm forces.
Collision Zone: Reinforced structural bulkhead in the bow for ice, floating logs, and reef margins.
Ocean Storm Gear: 18-foot parachute sea-anchor, dedicated storm trysail, storm staysail, and 4 anchors with all-chain rodes.
Heavy Bilge Pumps & Hatches: Cast bronze opening ports, storm boards, and multi-stage commercial bilge evac pumps.

Emergency Protocols: Self-inflating offshore life raft, satellite communication transceivers, emergency position beacons (EPIRBs), spare Zodiac inflatable, and dedicated reserves of potable water and provisions.

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