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GRAND BANKS MARINE - Grand Banks 43 - For Sale

The Grand Banks 43fromGRAND BANKS MARINEis a timeless cruisingmotor yachtwith a Semi-Displacement running surface, afiberglass and plastichull, and a fiberglass deck. With 43 ft (13.19 m) LOA and a 15 ft (4.77 m) beam, it balances comfort and efficiency. For expert guidance, contact Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales.

Selecting a Grand Banks 43

If you’re choosing the Grand Banks 43for coastal or extended passages, consider its efficient 8-knot cruise and up to 24-knot top speed, shallow 3.937 ft (1.2 m) draft, and twin Cummins diesel reliability. As a refinedmotor yacht, it offers practical capacities for fuel and water, plus thoughtful layout details from Grand Banks designers. Andrey Shestakov and the Shestakov Yacht Sales team can help you evaluate availability, condition, and the right fit for your cruising plans.

Features of the Model

Semi-Displacement hull form for efficient passagemaking at an 8-kn cruise (9.21 mph) with reserves up to 24 kn (27.62 mph)

Construction: fiberglass and plastichull with a fiberglass deck

Dimensions: LOA 43 ft (13.19 m); Beam 15 ft (4.77 m); Max draft 3.937 ft (1.2 m); Gross tonnage 16.7

Propulsion: 2 x Cummins Diesel engines

Design pedigree: Hull and interior by Grand Banks

Capacities: Fuel 581.97 gal; Fresh water 196.02 gal

Accommodations: 4; Sleeps 2; Heads 2

Technical Specifications

Type: motor yacht

Builder: GRAND BANKS MARINE

Model: Grand Banks 43

Hull category/material: fiberglass and plastic

Deck material: Fiberglass

Hull configuration: Semi-Displacement

Hull designer: Grand Banks

Interior designer: Grand Banks

LOA: 43 ft (13.19 m)

Beam: 15 ft (4.77 m)

Draft (max): 3.937 ft (1.2 m)

Gross tonnage: 16.7

Engines: 2 x Cummins (Diesel)

Cruise speed: 8 kn (9.21 mph)

Max speed: 24 kn (27.62 mph)

Fuel capacity: 581.97 gal

Water capacity: 196.02 gal

Accommodation count: 4

Sleeps: 2

Heads: 2

Pricing and Ordering

For current pricing, availability, and purchase options for the Grand Banks 43, speak with Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales. Our brokerage will coordinate viewings, comparative market analysis, negotiations, surveys, sea trials, documentation, and delivery logistics to streamline your acquisition fromGRAND BANKS MARINEor on the pre-owned market.

Questions and Answers

Q: What type of yacht is the Grand Banks 43? A: It’s a refinedmotor yachtwith afiberglass and plastichull and a Semi-Displacement configuration.

Q: What are the key performance numbers? A: The yacht offers an 8-kn cruise(9.21 mph) and24-kn maximum speed(27.62 mph), balancing efficiency and pace.

Q: What engines power this model? A: Propulsion is by 2 Cummins Dieselengines, providing reliable power and efficient operation.

Q: What capacities and accommodations are on board? A: You get 581.97 gal fueland196.02 gal watercapacity, withaccommodations: 4,sleeps: 2, andheads: 2.

Q: How do I buy through Shestakov Yacht Sales? A: Contact Andrey ShestakovatShestakov Yacht Salesto arrange inspections, surveys, sea trials, and guided closing for yourGrand Banks 43.

Owner Experience Review

Owners and reviewers use the Grand Banks 43for long‑range cruising and Great Loop passagemaking, for relaxed family weekends, and for faster coastal day runs in the Eastbay variants. On the water, reports consistently describe a soft, dry ride with sure‑footed tracking in head seas; one test‑ride reaction captured the surprise: "A 43‑foot Grand Banks moving along at 23 knots? At first, I thought, 'They must be kidding.'" Heritage/Europa versions are commonly noted to cruise around 20–23 knots and reach the mid‑20s when equipped with the specified engines/pods—quicker than many expect from a traditional GB. On board, the Europa/Heritage layout focuses on liveability: two staterooms and two heads, a galley‑up, and an expanded salon that opens to the aft cockpit for easy indoor‑outdoor flow. Owners highlight the large cockpit, generous flybridge seating, a roomy lazarette and utility space that can swallow extra refrigeration, a freezer, or even a washer‑dryer, all finished in the classicGRAND BANKS MARINEteak joinery that feels great but asks for regular care. The flip side is maintenance: older Grand Banks are frequently reported with corroded steel or aluminum fuel tanks; routine attention to exhaust risers, heat‑exchangers, and generators is common; and at least one reviewer wished for a wider centerline cockpit hatch to the engine room. Diligent logs and seasonal upkeep are part of the ownership profile.

Pros and Cons

Pro: Soft, dry ride with sure‑footed tracking in head seas.

Pro: Europa/Heritage layouts deliver two staterooms, two heads, a galley‑up, and strong salon‑to‑cockpit flow.

Pro: Capable of ~20–23‑knot cruising with mid‑20s top speeds when equipped with the specified engines/pods.

Con: Older boats are often reported with corroded steel or aluminum fuel tanks requiring costly replacement.

Con: Teak brightwork looks great but is maintenance‑intensive.

Con: The centerline cockpit hatch to the engine room is somewhat narrow for access.

Comparison with Other Models

Model	LOA	Beam	Draft	Speed (Cruising/Max)	Gross Tonnage
Grand Banks 43	43' 0" (13.19 m)	15' 0" (4.77 m)	3' 11" (1.20 m)	8 kn / 24 kn	16.7
42 Classic	41' 0" (12.75 m)	13' 0" (4.14 m)	4' 2" (1.27 m)	10 kn / 12 kn	-
Classic	42' 0" (12.98 m)	13' 0" (4.14 m)	13' 8" (4.17 m) – 14' 6" (4.42 m)	8 kn / 10 kn	34
36 Heritage Classic	40' 0" (12.32 m)	12' 0" (3.86 m)	-	11 kn / 14 kn	-
42 Europa	42' 0" (12.80 m)	14' 0" (4.29 m)	-	-	-
72 Aleutian RP	72' 0" (21.95 m)	19' 0" (6.04 m)	18' 1" (5.50 m)	18 kn / 24 kn	-
36 Classic	36' 0" (11.23 m)	12' 0" (3.86 m)	13' 1" (4 m)	-	-
Eastbay 38	38' 0" (11.58 m)	13' 0" (4.01 m)	10' 11" (3.33 m)	22 kn / 29 kn	-
Eastbay 54 SX	54' 0" (16.46 m)	16' 0" (4.88 m)	11' 6" (3.50 m) – 14' 9" (4.50 m)	20 kn / 24 kn	66
49 Classic	50' 0" (15.39 m)	15' 0" (4.70 m)	5' 1" (1.55 m)	-	-