Built by Finland's prestigious Nautor yard from 1976 to 1979, this Sparkman & Stephens design represents a relatively rare find with only 24 hulls produced during its short production run. The masthead ketch rig and moderate displacement of 31,967 pounds create a well-balanced platform equally suited for serious coastal cruising and offshore passages. Sparkman & Stephens crafted this design with their characteristic attention to seaworthiness, evidenced by the conservative capsize screening formula of 1.74 and substantial comfort ratio of 43.13. The fin keel with rudder on skeg configuration provides reliable tracking and manageable handling characteristics, while the 75-horsepower engine offers adequate auxiliary power for challenging conditions or tight marina work. At 42.75 feet overall with a 13.78-foot beam, this yacht strikes an appealing balance between interior volume and sailing performance. The ketch rig distributes sail area effectively across 832 square feet, making sail handling more manageable for short-handed crews while maintaining good light-air performance with a hull speed of 7.51 knots. Nautor's Finnish craftsmanship combined with the proven Sparkman & Stephens pedigree makes this a compelling choice for experienced sailors seeking a capable, well-built vessel for extended cruising adventures.
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What is the Nautor 43's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Nautor 43 has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 13.27. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Nautor 43's comfort ratio?
The Nautor 43 has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 43.13. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Nautor 43 safe for offshore sailing?
The Nautor 43 has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 1.74. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Nautor 43?
The theoretical hull speed of the Nautor 43 is 7.51 kn knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Nautor 43 weigh?
The Nautor 43 has a displacement of 31,967.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 42.75 ft.
Who designed the Nautor 43?
The Nautor 43 was designed by Sparkman & Stephens, first built in 1976.