Adams Yachts & others Beneteau 423

Sailboat 43′ 1″ Since 1978

Overview

Builder
Adams Yachts & others
Model
Beneteau 423
Type
Sailboat
Built
1978–2000
Designer
Joe Adams
Hull
Keel/Cbrd.
Hull material
Fiberglass
Rig
Cutter

Dimensions

Length overall
43′ 1″ (13.14 m)
Waterline length
40′ 7″ (12.37 m)
Beam
10′ 2″ (3.11 m)
Displacement
14,462 lb (6,560 kg)
Ballast
8,003 lb (3,630 kg)

Design ratios

Displacement / length
96

How heavy the boat is for its waterline. Under 200 is light, 200–300 moderate, over 300 heavy.

Ballast ratio
55%

Share of the weight that is ballast. Higher generally means stiffer in a breeze.

Capsize screening
1.67

Under 2 is generally considered better for offshore use.

More details

Ballast Type
Lead
Construction
FG

Data from Mauri Pro Sailboat Data. Check details with the builder before relying on them.