Licensed Yacht BrokersSales and service of yachts and shipsBuilt by Cabo Yachts, the43 Flybridgeis a capablemotor yachttailored to serious anglers as asport fisherman, pairing a Deep Vee running surface with a robustfiberglass constructionfoundation. Presented by Shestakov Yacht Sales and broker Andrey Shestakov, it blends confident offshore performance with practical comfort for up to five overnight guests.
Selecting a 43 Flybridge
Choose the 43 Flybridgeif you want confident performance and purposeful fishability from a proven builder likeCabo Yachts. With a 26-knot cruise (29.92 mph) and up to 35 knots (40.28 mph) at the top end, twin MAN diesel power, sleeping for five, and two heads, it suits anglers and families who value amotor yachtplatform purpose-built as asport fisherman. Its Deep Vee hull andfiberglass buildconstruction emphasize strength and seakeeping.
Features of the Model
- Performance you can plan around: cruise about 26 kn (29.92 mph) and reach roughly 35 kn (40.28 mph)
- Power package: 2 MAN engines, Diesel
- Seaworthy geometry: Deep Vee hull form
- Construction: fiberglass hull; deck material Fiberglass
- Dimensions for capability and comfort: LOA 43 ft (13.11 m), beam 15 ft (4.6 m), draft 14.217 ft (4.3333 m)
- Capacity for adventures: fuel 700.06 gal; sleeps 5; heads 2
- Classification: motor yachtandsport fisherman
Technical Specifications
- Builder: Cabo Yachts
- Model: 43 Flybridge
- Classification: motor yacht;sport fisherman
- Hull material/category: fiberglass and plastic
- Hull configuration: Deep Vee
- Deck material: Fiberglass
- LOA: 43 ft (13.11 m)
- Beam: 15 ft (4.6 m)
- Draft (max): 14.217 ft (4.3333 m)
- Engines: 2 x MAN, Diesel
- Speed (cruise): 26 kn (29.92 mph)
- Speed (max): 35 kn (40.28 mph)
- Sleeps: 5
- Heads: 2
- Fuel capacity: 700.06 gal
Pricing and Ordering
Shestakov Yacht Sales will guide you to the best opportunities on the 43 FlybridgebyCabo Yachts. For current pricing, availability, and to arrange inspections or offers, contact broker Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales. We will align your requirements with market listings and coordinate each step through to delivery.
Questions and Answers
Q: What is the cruise and top speed of the 43 Flybridge? A: The yacht offers acruise speedof 26 knots (29.92 mph) and atop speedof 35 knots (40.28 mph), delivering confident performance offshore.
Q: What engines power the boat, and what fuel do they use? A: It is powered by 2 MANengines running onDiesel, a reliable twin setup for a performance-mindedmotor yacht.
Q: What are the key dimensions and fuel capacity? A: LOAis 43 ft (13.11 m),beam15 ft (4.6 m),draft14.217 ft (4.3333 m), andfuel capacity700.06 gallons.
Q: How many people can sleep aboard, and how many heads are there? A: The layout sleeps 5and includes2 heads, offering practical comfort for extended trips.
Q: How is the hull built and configured? A: The yacht features a Deep Veehull configuration with afiberglass constructionfoundation, aligning with its role as asport fishermanwithin themotor yacht class.
Owner Experience Review
Owners run the 43 FlybridgefromCabo Yachtsin three distinct ways: as a serious sportfisher, as an owner‑operated convertible, and as a quick weekender. The large cockpit—with in‑deck fishbox, rigging station and fighting‑chair provisions—earns steady praise from anglers, while the boat’s agile handling, backing and spinning make close‑quarters work straightforward. At sea, expert trials describe a dry, soft ride in moderate conditions. Reported speeds span high‑20‑knot cruises to mid‑30s at wide open throttle, but owners repeatedly note that results swing with load, prop choice and trim; as one puts it, "With a clean bottom I can only get 26 kts cruise."
For family and coastal cruising, the two‑stateroom, two‑head layout with a galley‑down (Corian counters) has proven practical; the salon is modest because so much volume is devoted to the cockpit, yet owners still call the accommodations comfortable for overnights. Engine‑room and lazarette access from the cockpit is a strong point for routine service, and forums report no single recurring structural issue. The trade‑offs are predictable for a twin high‑horsepower MAN/Cat inboard setup: careful prop selection/tuning and regular fuel/air filter attention matter, and routine service and parts costs run higher than on smaller power packages.
Pros and Cons
- Dry, soft ride in moderate seas with notably good seakeeping.
- Agile handling and easy close‑quarters maneuvering suit owner‑operators.
- Large cockpit with in‑deck fishbox, rigging station and fighting‑chair provisions supports serious sportfishing.
- Salon volume is modest because the design prioritizes the cockpit.
- Real‑world cruise speed varies with load, prop selection and trim.
- Twin high‑horsepower inboards drive higher routine service and parts costs than smaller packages.
Comparison with Other Models
| Model | LOA | Beam | Draft | Speed (Cruising/Max) | Gross Tonnage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 43 Flybridge | 43' 0" (13.11 m) | 15' 0" (4.60 m) | 14' 3" (4.33 m) | 26 kn / 35 kn | - |
| 44 Gyro Stabilized HTX | 44' 0" (13.41 m) | 16' 0" (5.03 m) | 11' 9" (3.58 m) | - | - |
| 44 HTX | 44' 0" (13.41 m) | 16' 0" (5 m) | 11' 9" (3.58 m) | 32 kn / 37 kn | - |
| Cable 40 | 40' 0" (12.19 m) | - | - | - | - |
| 35 Express | 35' 0" (10.67 m) | 13' 0" (3.96 m) | 8' 2" (2.50 m) | - | - |
| 35' Flybridge Sportfish | 35' 0" (10.67 m) | 13' 0" (3.96 m) | - | - | - |
| 40 | 40' 0" (12.19 m) | 15' 0" (4.70 m) | - | 25 kn / 35 kn | - |
| Convertible | 47' 0" (14.33 m) | 15' 0" (4.78 m) | 13' 1" (4 m) | 27 kn / 33 kn | - |
| 45 | 45' 0" (13.72 m) | 15' 0" (4.78 m) | 11' 6" (3.51 m) | 27 kn / 35 kn | 28 |
| 45 Express Los Suenos Edition | 45' 0" (13.72 m) | 15' 0" (4.78 m) | 19' 8" (6 m) | 27 kn / 40 kn | - |
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