Alden Yachts Inc. 43

Sailboat 43′ 2″ Since 1992

Overview

Builder
Alden Yachts Inc.
Model
43
Type
Sailboat
Built
1992–1997
Designer
Niels Helleberg
Hull
Fin w/spade rudder
Hull material
Fiberglass
Rig
Masthead Sloop

Dimensions

Length overall
43′ 2″ (13.17 m)
Waterline length
34′ 6″ (10.52 m)
Beam
12′ 6″ (3.81 m)
Displacement
22,000 lb (9,979 kg)
Ballast
10,000 lb (4,536 kg)

Sails and rig

Sail area
963 sq ft (89.4 m²)
I (foretriangle height)
59′ (17.98 m)
J (foretriangle base)
16′ 4″ (4.97 m)
P (mainsail luff)
51′ (15.54 m)
E (mainsail foot)
17′ 6″ (5.33 m)

Design ratios

Sail area / displacement
19.6

Power from the sails for the boat's weight. Under 16 is modest, 16–20 a typical cruiser, over 20 lively.

Displacement / length
239

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

Ballast ratio
45%

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

Capsize screening
1.78

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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