Designed to complete the line-up of the next generation of Beneteaus, the new Beneteau 43 shares the strong presence fo the eye-catching profile created by naval architects Berret/Racoupeau in collaboration with Nauta design and Beneteau engineers. While Nauta is best known for their startling work aboard mega-yacht palaces, Berret ensured all the characteristics of a great sailor are present in the 43 with hulls possessing fine form stability and a generous sailplan for maximum performance. Everything conceivable has been done to make the Beneteau 43 a balanced, seaworthy cruiser of remarkable performance and versatility. Step into the attractive and superbly functional cockpit and examine the twin wheels and controls. All are withn easy reach for comfortable, confident sailing.
And when it's time to relax with family and friends, the interior is all you would expect from Beneteau. Clean, open lines provide inviting perspectives while rich Moabi hardwoods and generous accents of stainless steel provide the stylish flair for which Beneteau is famous. The option of two or three stateroom layouts is available. complete with two heads and showers for the ultimate in spacious livability. Abundant storage space and shelves, comfortable seating, secure deck areas and an ergonomically designed cockpit are ample evidence of the serious cruising ambitions of this high performance, exceptionally appointed Beneteau yacht. From across the bay to the crossing for Bimini and beyond, your 43 will get you there with the confidence sailors have been expecting of Beneteau for well over a century!
Draft: 5 ft. 5 in.
Beam: 13 ft. 6 in.
Displacement: 19566
Fuel tank capacity: 53
Water tank capacity: 95
Standard features:
CONSTRUCTION
Hull constructed of hand-laid solid GRP bonded to a structural grid/hull liner of directional fiberglass/GRP for a strong, stiff, light composite. Vinylester hull barrier coat to resist osmotic blistering and zonespecific stitchmat laminates for specific increased strength optimization.
Deck constructed of Cored GRP sandwich construction for stiffness, thermal and acoustic insulation and lighter weight. Solid fiberglass reinforcements in high load areas. Integral unidirectional GRP deck beams for added strength. Main bulkheads bonded 360 to the hull and deck for rigid torsional and compression strength.
STANDING RIGGING
Fractional 9/10 anodized aluminum deck stepped mast standard w/mainsail furling system
Twin aft swept spreaders
Anodized aluminum boom w/outhaul car
Stainless steel shrouds and stays
Genoa roller furling system
Stainless steel chain plates tied to the hull liner molding w/stainless steel tie rods
RUNNING RIGGING
Running rigging is led to the cockpit
Running rigging includes:
(1) Main halyard, (1) Genoa halyard w/jammer & cleat on mast, (1) boom topping lift w/cleat on mast (not led to cockpit), (1) mainsheet w/track, (2) mainsheet traveler control lines, (2) genoa sheets and (1) genoa roller furling line
Rigid boom vang w/tackle
SAILS
Fuling genoa w/140% overlap, reinforced w/anti-UV protections strip
Furling mainsail w/vertical battens
Mainsheet led back to port winch
Furling genoa w/drum on deck, furling line led back to the cockpit to port
(2) Genoa tracks & adjustable cars
(2) Genoa sheet foot blocks
DECK GEAR
Chrome finish Lewmar self tailing winches:
(2) Lewmar 48 genoa sheet winches on coaming
(2) Winches on coachroof: (1) 40 on port & (1) 40 on starboard
(2) Winch handles & (2) winch handle pockets
MOORING AND ANCHORING
Welded stainless steel bow fitting
(1) Bow roller w/permanent anchor storage
(6) Aluminum mooring cleats w/rub strakes
Self-draining anchor rode/chain well w/lid
1000 W vertical windlass w/remote control
DECK
Stainless steel open bow rail w/nav lights
(2) Stainless steel stern rails
Lifeline gates
Lifebuoy holder, outboard motor bracket, & flag staff
Double vinyl coated lifelines w/gates
Opening side gates in lifelines
(3) Cockpit storage lockers
Solid wood inlaid cockpit seats
(2) Compasses, one at each helm position
GRP cockpit table w/2 drop leaves fitted w/locker & SS handrail
Aft surface of table support has swiveling pod to take a chart plotter
(2) Waterproof speakers
(2) Winch handle pockets
Table lamp w/12 Volt socket
(1) Shore supply socket to starboard
Self-draining GRP cockpit floor
2-bottle gas locker (1-bottle standard)
Opening stern gate w/hinged seat giving access to swim platform
Solid wood slatted swim platform
Swim ladder to starboard
Hot & cold cockpit shower
STEERING
Spade rudder with s/s stock
Double helm position in cockpit
Twin steering wheels 35-1/2" diameter
Emergency tiller access point & emergency tiller
ACCOMMODATIONS
Light toned ALPI- MOABI woodwork, soles w/parquet look
SALON & COMPANIONWAY 2 CABIN VERSION
Salon companionway steps w/non-slip surface
(3) Stainless steel handrails
Aft-facing chart table w/lid & wood fiddle
(2) Hinged lockers, closed shelf
Shelf under chart table
Fabric inner lining to hull side
Navigator's seat w/locker
Radio/CD/MP3 player w/two speakers
(1) 110 Volt socket
(2) Closed storage units and shelves along the hull
Port & starboard shelves w/stainless steel fiddles
U-shaped dining table/settee & cushions
Storage under settees, Salon table, Storage along the hull
(2) Hull ports (1 port/1 starboard) with curtains
(1) Panoramic window w/folding blinds
(1) Opening deck hatch w/blind/screen
(2) Fixed side windows 1 to port with 2 opening ports, 1 to starboard with 1 opening port w/pleated blinds
Chart table lighting: 1 overhead light & 1 strip light for white/red lighting
Salon lighting: 4 halogen overhead lights,
Companionway lighting: 1 halogen overhead lights,1 switch for halogen lights
OWNER'S CABIN FORWARD
Headroom: 6'4"
Double berth: 6'7" x 6'1" w/high density foam mattress
Ample storage space, hanging locker
Locker w/clothes locker under hanging section
Large opening hatch with blind/screen
(2) Opening hatches with blind/screen
(2) Fixed hull ports (1 each side of hull) w/curtains
(3) Halogen overhead lights and (1) 110 Volt socket
AFT CABIN
Headroom: 6'9" , Double berth 6'10" x 4'11"
(2) Closed lockers along the hull, Hanging locker w/sides shelves
1) Under-berth battery storage
Vinyl liner on hull and Access door to head
Openings & light in cabin: (1) fixed hull port /curtain, (1) Opening port in coaming
1) opening deck hatch w/blind/screen
(1) Opening port in cockpit wall 3 halogen overhead lights w/switch
(1) 110 Volt socket
GALLEY
Rectangular stainless steel double sink
Hot & cold pressurized mixer tap
Gimbaled 3-burner stainless steel stove w/oven & stainless steel safety bar
4.6 cubic foot front-opening 12 Volt refrigerator
2 cubic foot top-opening GRP freezer w/12 Volt unit
110 Volt microwave oven
(1) Locker w/double door under sink & waste bin
(2) Closed shelves for storage, cutlery drawer
(1) Shelf w/stainless steel fiddle and (1) Opening port in coaming
Galley lighting: (2) halogen overhead lights, (1) light over stove, (1) 110 Volt socket
(1) Deck hatch w/blind/screen
FORWARD HEAD
One-piece molded head compartment with shower
Manual marine toilet
21 gal rigid holding tank as standard
(1) FRP sink & hot & cold mixer tap
(2) Storage compartments with mirrors
(1) Glass holder & locker under sink w/accessories
(1) Fixed side window w/curtain & (1) opening hatch w/blind/screen
(2) Overhead lights & switch
STARBOARD AFT HEAD
One-piece molded head compartment w/separate shower w/double folding door
Manual marine toilet
21 gal rigid holding tank
(1) FRP sink & wood handrail. Hot & cold mixer tap
(2) Large closed lockers, glass holder & locker under sink w/accessories
(1) Fixed side window w/curtain & (1) opening port
(2 ) Overhead lights & switch, (1) light over the sink
PLUMBING
Fresh water: 100 gal standard
Electric pressure water pump w/filter
(2) Rotomolded water tanks fixed to the hull liner (53 gal under port aft cabin berth & 42 gal under fore cabin berth)
(2) Stainless steel deck fillers for water
Cockpit shower w/hot and cold water
Electric shower drain pumps
(3) Bilge pumps (one manual and 2 electric)
6 gal electric water heater
ELECTRICAL
Backlit electrical panel: (10) 12 Volt switches & (11) fused switches & (3) 110 Volt breakers
12 Volt cigarette lighter socket
110 Volt double pole circuit breakers
110 Volt -12 Volt voltmeter
Water gauge & fuel gauge w/central LCD screen
Low battery and low diesel tank alarms
(1) 160 Amp service battery voucher
(1) 80 Amp engine start battery voucher
110 Volt shore supply & 50' shore power cable
40 Amp battery charger
80 Amp alternator on the engine
12 Volt battery isolator
Lightning grounding for the rigging
(7) 110 Volt sockets
(6) Reading lights, (13) halogen overhead lights.
Bow & stern nav lights, steaming light, fore deck light
Anchor light/masthead navigation light
Wire conduits for options
ENGINE EQUIPMENT
Yanmar 4JH4AE 54 hp
Engine bed integrated in hull liner, soundproofed with insulating foam
Access under companionway steps through an opening supported by gas struts
Stainless steel propeller shaft w/GRP protection
Fixed three-blade propeller
Rotomolded 53 gal fuel tank w/electronic gauge
Seawater filter & diesel fuel filter/water separator
Engine panel w/integral key start in cockpit
Optional features:
Consult your dealer for all available options
