
Licensed Yacht BrokersSales and service of yachts and shipsDiscover the 4300 Sports ExpressbyRiviera—amotor yachtin themotor yachtsclass with afiberglass and plastichull. Presented by Shestakov Yacht Sales and broker Andrey Shestakov.
Selecting a 4300 Sports Express
Choose the 4300 Sports Expressif you value twin inboard diesel power from Volvo, practical accommodation for up to 5 with a single head, and the straightforward upkeep of afiberglass and plastichull with a fiberglass deck. With an LOA of 43 ft (13.11 m), a beam of 0.18 m, and a maximum draft of 13.681 ft (4.1699 m), it suits owners prioritizing known specifications and diesel efficiency for amotor yachtin themotor yachtssegment. Shestakov Yacht Sales and Andrey Shestakov can help align these parameters with your cruising plans and moorage requirements.
Features of the Model
- Twin Volvo inboard diesel setup (2 engines)
- Accommodation for 5 with 1 head
- fiberglass and plastichull and fiberglass deck
- Fuel capacity of 316 gal and water capacity of 105 gal
- Dimensions suited to owners who want a 43 ft LOA and documented draft/beam metrics
Technical Specifications
- Builder: Riviera
- Model: 4300 Sports Express
- Class: motor yachts
- Type: motor yacht
- Hull material/category: fiberglass and plastic
- Deck material: Fiberglass
- LOA: 43 ft (13.11 m)
- Beam: 0.18 m
- Draft (max): 13.681 ft (4.1699 m)
- Engines: 2 x Volvo
- Engine type: Inboard
- Fuel type: Diesel
- Accommodation: 5
- Heads: 1
- Fuel capacity: 316 gal
- Water capacity: 105 gal
Pricing and Ordering
For current pricing, availability, and viewing arrangements of the 4300 Sports Express, contact Shestakov Yacht Sales and broker Andrey Shestakov. Our team will outline inventory options, discuss budget parameters, coordinate inspections, and assist with documentation and delivery logistics.
Questions and Answers
Q: What type of yacht is the 4300 Sports Express? A: It is amotor yachtin the broadermotor yachtsclass, built byRiviera. Key identifiers include thetype,class, andbuilder.
Q: What are the hull and deck made of? A: The hull falls under fiberglass and plastic, and the deck material isfiberglass. Thesematerialsguide maintenance plans and haul-out choices.
Q: What engines power the yacht? A: It has 2Volvoinboarddieselengines. The twin-setup and fuel type are corepropulsiondetails for ownership planning.
Q: How many people can sleep aboard, and how many heads are there? A: Accommodationis for5with1 head, aligning well with small-family or crewed weekend cruising plans.
Q: What are the principal dimensions and capacities? A: LOAis 43 ft (13.11 m),beamis 0.18 m, andmax draftis 13.681 ft (4.1699 m).Fuel capacityis 316 gal;water capacityis 105 gal. These figures help assess berthing and voyage provisioning with Shestakov Yacht Sales and Andrey Shestakov.
Owner Experience Review
The 4300 Sports Expressis set up for the owner-operator who wants easy weekending with minimal crew. Joystick docking and precise low-speed control from the twin Volvo Penta IPS installation make single-handing feasible, and at the helm it feels, as one tester put it, like taking command of a powerful sports car. TheRivieraBlue Water hull delivers a soft, composed ride across varying sea states, with independent tests reporting a best cruise around 25.9 kt at 3,250 rpm and a top near 33.2 kt at 3,800 rpm, plus strong hole-shot and straight tracking.
Life aboard centers on two full cabins and a below-deck salon; the forward cabin’s headroom and storage work well for couples and families. The sports deck serves as a convertible entertaining space with an electric sunroof, deck air-conditioning, TV and bar/BBQ, and weather protection that can be enhanced with optional clears. A hydraulic swim platform becomes a true sea deck for watersports, tender handling, and beach-style swimming, while the lower galley earns praise for secure latches, smart storage, a microwave, drawer fridge/freezer, and an optional dishwasher.
Routine care is straightforward: engine-room access is via a cockpit hatch, and the layout provides room around the IPS installations, Racor separators, and sea strainers for inspection. Test boats have shown options like a Seakeeper 4.5 and a generator, with reviewers noting easy eye-ball access to filters and sight gauges. Warranty coverage referenced in reviews includes a Volvo Penta 5-year limited plan for engines/drives/electronics and Riviera2-year/7-year structural limits; however, with the model launching in 2025, long-term owner failure trends are not yet documented publicly.
Pros and Cons
- Soft, confident ride from the Blue Water hull with reported best cruise around 25.9 kt and top near 33.2 kt.
- Joystick-controlled Volvo Penta IPS makes owner-operator docking and low-speed maneuvering very precise.
- Hydraulic swim platform creates a sea deck for watersports, tender work, and easy water access.
- Long-term owner reliability trends are not yet documented publicly for this 2025-launched model.
- Seakeeper stabilization is optional, so roll reduction at anchor depends on selecting that option.
- Full enclosure of the sports deck requires optional clears rather than being standard.
Comparison with Other Models
| Model | LOA | Beam | Draft | Speed (Cruising/Max) | Gross Tonnage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4300 Sports Express | 43' 0" (13.11 m) | 0.18 m | 13' 8" (4.17 m) | - | - |
| 6000 Sport Yacht | 60' 0" (18.29 m) | 17' 0" (5.38 m) | 16' 2" (4.92 m) | 23 kn / 29 kn | - |
| 575 SUV | 57' 0" (17.37 m) | 16' 0" (5.11 m) | 16' 8" (5.08 m) | - | - |
| 5400 Sport Yacht | 57' 0" (17.45 m) | 16' 0" (4.88 m) | 15' 7" (4.75 m) | - | - |
| M430 SPORTS CRUISER | 43' 0" (13.11 m) | - | - | - | - |
| 58 Sports Motor Yacht | 65' 0" (19.81 m) | 18' 0" (5.66 m) | 18' 1" (5.50 m) | - | - |
| 64 Sports Motor Yacht | 64' 0" (19.51 m) | 19' 0" (5.82 m) | 18' 4" (5.58 m) | - | - |
| 50 Sports Motor Yacht | 50' 0" (15.24 m) | 16' 0" (5.16 m) | - | - | - |
| 46 Sports Motor Yacht | 46' 0" (14.02 m) | 15' 0" (4.75 m) | 15' 4" (4.67 m) | - | - |
| 5400 Sport Yacht Premium Edition | 54' 0" (16.46 m) | - | - | - | - |

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