Bénéteau Sense 43

Sailboat 43′ 1″ Since 2002

Overview

Builder
Bénéteau
Model
Sense 43
Type
Sailboat
Built
2002 on
Designer
Groupe Finot
Hull
Fin w/bulb & spade rudder
Hull material
Fiberglass
Rig
Masthead Sloop

Dimensions

Length overall
43′ 1″ (13.14 m)
Waterline length
38′ 7″ (11.77 m)
Beam
12′ 11″ (3.93 m)
Displacement
19,500 lb (8,845 kg)
Ballast
5,836 lb (2,647 kg)

Design ratios

Displacement / length
151

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

Ballast ratio
30%

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

Capsize screening
1.92

Under 2 is generally considered better for offshore use.

More details

Construction
FG

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

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