Licensed Yacht BrokersSales and service of yachts and shipsThe 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.
Choosing the 43 Sportfishercomes down to proven proportions, reliable diesel power, and practical accommodations for cruising and angling alike.
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.
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.
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.
| 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) | - | - |
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