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MIKELSON - 43 Sportfisher - For Sale

The 43 SportfisherfromMIKELSONis a capablemotor yachtin the broader family ofmotor yachts, built on a durablefiberglass and plastichull. Presented by Shestakov Yacht Sales, broker Andrey Shestakov provides expert guidance from initial inquiry to closing for this versatile 43-footer.

Selecting a 43 Sportfisher

Choosing the 43 Sportfishercomes down to proven proportions, reliable diesel power, and practical accommodations for cruising and angling alike.

Balanced footprint: LOA 43 ft (13.11 m), beam 15 ft (4.78 m), and a max draft of 11.483 ft (3.5 m).

Power and handling: twin Cummins inboard diesel propulsion for straightforward maneuvering and serviceability.

Comfort aboard: sleeps 4 with 1 head and a durable fiberglass deck for easy upkeep.

Features of the Model

Twin Cummins inboard diesel engines (2) deliver dependable propulsion and efficient operation.

Construction emphasizes durability: a fiberglass and plastichull with a fiberglass deck.

Liveaboard practicality: accommodations for 4 overnight and a single head for essential comfort.

Generous capacities support longer outings: 600 gallons of fuel and 200 gallons of fresh water.

Well-rounded size profile that suits captains stepping up within the motor yachtssegment.

Technical Specifications

Classification: motor yachtwithinmotor yachts

Hull: fiberglass and plastic

Deck: Fiberglass

LOA: 43 ft (13.11 m)

Beam: 15 ft (4.78 m)

Max Draft: 11.483 ft (3.5 m)

Engines: 2 x Cummins

Engine Type: Inboard

Fuel Type: Diesel

Sleeps: 4

Heads: 1

Fuel Capacity: 600 gal

Water Capacity: 200 gal

Pricing and Ordering

For current pricing, availability, and to arrange inspections, contact Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales. Our team will coordinate viewings, guide surveys and documentation, and manage your order of the 43 Sportfisherfrom inquiry through closing.

Questions and Answers

Q: What type of yacht is the 43 Sportfisher? A: It is amotor yachtwithin themotor yachtsclassification, featuring afiberglass and plastichull forstrengthandlow-maintenanceperformance.

Q: Who builds the 43 Sportfisher? A: ThebuilderisMIKELSON, known for quality construction and practical layouts.

Q: What powers the yacht? A: Two Cumminsdieselinboardengines (2) provide reliable propulsion and straightforward service access.

Q: How many can sleep aboard, and what are the key capacities? A: The yacht sleeps 4with1 head, carries600 gal fuel, and holds200 gal waterfor extended time on the water.

Q: How do I purchase or schedule a viewing? A: Reach out to Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales for pricing,availability, andorderingsupport; we’ll coordinate viewings, surveys, and a streamlinedclosing.

Owner Experience Review

Owners find the 43 SportfisherfromMIKELSONpurpose-built for offshore work yet civil in real seas. The Tom Fexas deep-V delivers a soft, dry ride in a seaway, and the wide 15'8" beam and pronounced chines keep her notably stable with a roomy feel underway. Real-world figures often cited are a comfortable 22–24-knot cruise and roughly 30 knots on top; with Zeus pods she is very maneuverable, turning tightly and making joystick docking straightforward.

For fishing, the tournament-style cockpit, outriggers, and large bait tanks are clear strengths, while the bridge layout—with a forward helm, a rear wing station, and a circular settee—maintains visibility and keeps the crew engaged. Off the clock, the two-stateroom/one-head arrangement and an aft galley that opens to the salon, plus large windows, give the interior a 'roomy, airy' feel that suits family cruising and island hopping.

Range and fuel capacity support extended weekend liveaboard use and multi-day deliveries, and day-to-day upkeep is helped by true stand-up access to the machinery under the cockpit—no need to open the salon door to service the engines. Many later examples carry Zeus pods; owners like the easy handling and SkyHook, while notes about pod prop-wash reinforce the need for operator awareness. As with any twin-diesel sportfisher, plan for routine service and long-term diesel maintenance; listings frequently highlight 'open-checkbook' care with recent overhauls, new teak, or repaints.

Pros and Cons

Soft, dry ride from the Tom Fexas deep-V with a wide 15'8" beam and chines that add stability and a roomy feel underway.

Zeus pod joystick makes close-quarters handling easy with very tight turning and stress-free docking.

Versatile layout for fishing and family time: tournament cockpit, aft galley open to the salon, two staterooms, and a flybridge with a circular settee and multiple helm stations.

Pod-drive setups can produce noticeable prop-wash and require operator awareness in certain maneuvers.

The common two-stateroom/one-head layout may feel limiting for larger crews or long guest lists.

Twin-diesel service and the "open-checkbook" maintenance pattern seen in listings point to meaningful ongoing ownership costs.

Comparison with Other Models

Model	LOA	Beam	Draft	Speed (Cruising/Max)	Gross Tonnage
43 Sportfisher	43' 0" (13.11 m)	15' 0" (4.78 m)	11' 6" (3.50 m)	-	-
Maverick	45' 0" (13.72 m)	15' 0" (4.83 m)	9' 10" (3 m)	25 kn / 30 kn	-
M43 Zeus	48' 0" (14.83 m)	15' 0" (4.83 m)	10' 8" (3.25 m)	-	-
45 Gen III Sportfisher	46' 0" (14.02 m)	15' 0" (4.83 m)	9' 10" (3 m)	-	-
M43 Sportfisher	48' 0" (14.83 m)	15' 0" (4.83 m)	11' 6" (3.50 m)	-	-
50 Generation II Sportfisher	50' 0" (15.24 m)	16' 0" (4.88 m)	12' 7" (3.83 m)	-	-
59 Nomad LRCSF	59' 0" (17.98 m)	18' 0" (5.72 m)	-	-	-
M64 Sportfisherman	64' 0" (19.51 m)	20' 0" (6.10 m)	16' 5" (5 m)	-	-
Nomad	59' 0" (17.98 m)	18' 0" (5.49 m)	16' 5" (5 m)	-	-
Long Range Luxury Sportfisher	57' 0" (17.37 m)	17' 0" (5.46 m)	13' 1" (4 m)	-	-