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Clubswan 43
Designer: Juan Kouyoumdjian  ·  Builder: Nautor Swan (Fin)  ·  First built: 2024
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About the Clubswan 43

Launched in 2024 as the newest addition to Nautor Swan's acclaimed one-design racing fleet, this 43-footer represents the Finnish yard's continued commitment to high-performance sailing. Designer Juan Kouyoumdjian has crafted a thoroughbred racer that balances speed with the refined construction quality Swan is renowned for worldwide. The boat's impressive sail area to displacement ratio of 32.81 immediately signals its racing pedigree, while the modern fin keel with bulb and spade rudder configuration delivers exceptional upwind performance and maneuverability. Built using GRP construction with infused vinylester resin, the hull maintains the structural integrity demanded by serious competitive sailing while keeping weight optimized. With a comfort ratio of 16.19 and capsize screening value of 2.24, this design prioritizes performance over accommodations, making it ideally suited for one-design racing circuits and spirited day sailing. The fractional sloop rig provides versatility across wind conditions, while the modest 40-horsepower auxiliary engine ensures reliable harbor maneuvering. As part of the ClubSwan racing ecosystem, owners gain access to a global network of competitive events and regattas, making this boat particularly appealing to sailors seeking serious racing opportunities within an established, professionally-managed fleet.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 47.77 ft / 14.56 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 42.98 ft / 13.10 m
Beam 13.94 ft / 4.25 m
Max Draft 7.87 ft / 2.40 m
Displacement 15,542.59 lb / 7,050 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 1,272.29 ft² / 118.20 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/bulb & spade rudder
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction GRP w/infused vinylester resin
Designer Juan Kouyoumdjian
Builder Nautor Swan (FIN)
First Built 2024
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Performance Ratios
SA/Displacement Sail Area to Displacement ratio measures how much sail power a boat has relative to its weight. Higher values mean more performance and speed.
Under 14 — Heavy cruiser, slow14–18 — Cruising sailboat18–22 — Cruiser/racerOver 22 — Performance racer
32.81
Displacement/Length Displacement to Length ratio measures how heavy a boat is relative to its waterline length. Lower values mean a lighter, faster boat.
Under 100 — Ultralight racer100–200 — Light cruiser/racer200–300 — Moderate cruiser300–400 — Heavy cruiserOver 400 — Very heavy
87.39
Comfort Ratio Ted Brewer's Comfort Ratio predicts how comfortable a boat will feel in offshore conditions. Higher values mean a steadier, more comfortable motion in a seaway.
Under 20 — Uncomfortably rough20–30 — Acceptable coastal30–40 — Good offshore comfortOver 40 — Very comfortable offshore
16.19
Capsize Screening Formula The USHS Capsize Screening Formula estimates offshore capsize risk. Lower is safer — values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing.
Under 2.0 — Safe for offshore2.0–2.2 — Borderline offshoreOver 2.2 — Coastal use recommended
2.24
Hull Speed Hull Speed is the theoretical maximum speed of a displacement hull, calculated from waterline length. Most cruising sailboats reach this speed in moderate conditions. 8.78 kn
Pounds/Inch Immersion Pounds per Inch Immersion (PPI) tells you how much weight is needed to sink the boat one inch. Useful for calculating how additional gear and stores affect waterline. 2,140.80 pounds/inch
Engine & Accommodations
Engine Make Yanmar
Engine Model 3JH40
Engine Type Diesel
Horsepower 40
Fuel Capacity 37 gals / 140 L
Water Capacity 79 gals / 300 L
LOD 42.98 ft / 13.10 m
How It Compares

vs. Balance 482, First 477 Beneteau, First 477 Race Beneteau, Shogun 50, Tartan 4700

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Dimensions
LOA
Clubswan 43 ★
47.8 ft
Balance 482
48.3 ft
First 477 Beneteau
47.0 ft
First 477 Race Beneteau
47.0 ft
Shogun 50
50.0 ft
Tartan 4700
46.9 ft
LWL
Clubswan 43 ★
43.0 ft
Balance 482
48.3 ft
First 477 Beneteau
41.3 ft
First 477 Race Beneteau
41.3 ft
Shogun 50
46.6 ft
Tartan 4700
39.5 ft
Beam
Clubswan 43 ★
13.9 ft
Balance 482
25.9 ft
First 477 Beneteau
14.8 ft
First 477 Race Beneteau
14.8 ft
Shogun 50
12.7 ft
Tartan 4700
14.1 ft
Displacement
Clubswan 43 ★
15 lbs
Balance 482
24 lbs
First 477 Beneteau
25 lbs
First 477 Race Beneteau
25 lbs
Shogun 50
17 lbs
Tartan 4700
28 lbs
Ballast
Clubswan 43 ★
Balance 482
First 477 Beneteau
8 lbs
First 477 Race Beneteau
8 lbs
Shogun 50
7 lbs
Tartan 4700
9 lbs
Sail Area
Clubswan 43 ★
1 sq ft
Balance 482
First 477 Beneteau
First 477 Race Beneteau
Shogun 50
1 sq ft
Tartan 4700
1 sq ft
Performance
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Clubswan 43 ★
32.8
Balance 482
First 477 Beneteau
First 477 Race Beneteau
Shogun 50
34.7
Tartan 4700
17.8
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Clubswan 43 ★
Balance 482
First 477 Beneteau
33.3 %
First 477 Race Beneteau
33.3 %
Shogun 50
45.6 %
Tartan 4700
34.8 %
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Clubswan 43 ★
16.2
Balance 482
10.4
First 477 Beneteau
First 477 Race Beneteau
Shogun 50
19.1
Tartan 4700
30.6
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Clubswan 43 ★
2.24
Balance 482
3.56
First 477 Beneteau
First 477 Race Beneteau
Shogun 50
1.97
Tartan 4700
1.86
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Clubswan 43 ★
87
Balance 482
99
First 477 Beneteau
160
First 477 Race Beneteau
160
Shogun 50
76
Tartan 4700
202
Hull Speed
Clubswan 43 ★
8.8 kts
Balance 482
9.3 kts
First 477 Beneteau
First 477 Race Beneteau
Shogun 50
9.2 kts
Tartan 4700
8.4 kts
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