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North Wind 43 Ds
Designer: Sparkman & Stephens  ·  Builder: North Wind Yachts (Esp)  ·  First built: 2001
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About the North Wind 43 Ds

Designed for serious offshore and bluewater cruising, the North Wind 43 Ds is a capable and seaworthy sailboat built to handle demanding ocean passages with confidence. The "Ds" designation suggests a double-saloon or distinctive interior layout variation, pointing toward a vessel designed with liveaboard comfort and long-distance voyaging in mind. While detailed specifications for this model are limited in available records, the North Wind 43 Ds falls within a size range widely regarded as the sweet spot for shorthanded or couple-sailed offshore cruising — large enough to carry substantial provisions and sailing equipment, yet manageable for a small crew on extended passages. Boats of this class typically balance interior volume with solid sea-keeping ability, prioritizing stability and range over racing performance. For prospective buyers, the North Wind 43 Ds warrants a closer look if bluewater adventure or extended coastal cruising is the goal. As with any lesser-documented model, consulting with previous owners and conducting a thorough survey will be essential steps in understanding the boat's full capabilities and condition before committing to a purchase.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 42.58 ft / 12.98 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 36.75 ft / 11.20 m
Beam 14.00 ft / 4.27 m
Max Draft 6.33 ft / 1.93 m
Displacement 25,000.00 lb / 11,340 kg
Ballast 8,500.00 lb / 3,856 kg
Ballast Type Lead
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Sparkman & Stephens
Builder North Wind Yachts (ESP)
First Built 2001
Last Built 2004
Number Built 7
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Performance Ratios
Ballast/Displacement Ballast to Displacement ratio shows what percentage of the boat's total weight is ballast. Higher values generally mean better initial stability and stiffer sail carrying.
30–35% — Typical cruiser35–45% — Stiff performance boatOver 45% — Racing oriented
34.0
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
224.86
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. 11.03 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 15.97
P (Mainsail Luff) 850.00 ft² / 78.97 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) Yanmar
Engine & Accommodations
Horsepower 56
Fuel Capacity 90 gals / 341 L
Water Capacity 145 gals / 549 L
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