Licensed Yacht BrokersSales and service of yachts and shipsThe 43byPARDO YACHTSis a contemporarymotor yachtin themotor yachtssegment, built on afiberglass and plastichull with GRP decks. Broker Andrey Shestakov and Shestakov Yacht Sales are ready to guide you from initial consultation to closing.
Selecting a 43
With a length overall of 46 ft (14 m) and a 13 ft (4.2 m) beam, the 43balances footprint and comfort. Its 3.445 ft (1.05 m) draft and twin Volvo inboard diesel engines support straightforward handling and confident cruising. If you value a modern plan with a dedicated head and practical fuel and water capacities, the43deserves a close look. Connect with Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales to evaluate fit and availability.
Features of the Model
- Classification: motor yachtwithinmotor yachts
- Construction: fiberglass and plastichull; GRP deck
- LOA: 46 ft (14 m)
- Beam: 13 ft (4.2 m)
- Draft (max): 3.445 ft (1.05 m)
- Propulsion: 2 x Volvo, Inboard, Diesel
- Tankage: Fuel 317.01 gal; Fresh water 79.25 gal
- Heads: 1
Technical Specifications
- Category: motor yachts
- Subcategory: motor yacht
- Hull material/category: fiberglass and plastic
- Deck material: GRP
- LOA: 46 ft (14 m)
- Beam: 13 ft (4.2 m)
- Draft max: 3.445 ft (1.05 m)
- Engines: 2 x Volvo; Type: Inboard; Fuel: Diesel
- Heads: 1
- Fuel capacity: 317.01 gal
- Water capacity: 79.25 gal
Pricing and Ordering
For current pricing, specification review, and availability on the 43byPARDO YACHTS, contact Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales. Our team will assist with option guidance, survey support, and a seamless purchase process.
Questions and Answers
Q: What type of yacht is the 43? A:Type:It is amotor yachtwithin the broader class ofmotor yachts, built on afiberglass and plastichull with GRP decks.
Q: What are the key dimensions of the 43? A:Dimensions:LOA 46 ft (14 m); Beam 13 ft (4.2 m); Draft 3.445 ft (1.05 m).
Q: What is the engine setup? A: Engines:2 x Volvo;Drive:Inboard;Fuel:Diesel.
Q: What onboard capacities and amenities stand out? A: Tankage:Fuel 317.01 gal; Fresh water 79.25 gal.Heads:1.
Q: How do I get pricing and next steps? A: Contact:Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales will provide pricing, timelines, and transaction guidance for the43byPARDO YACHTS.
Owner Experience Review
Owners gravitate to the 43byPARDO YACHTSas a walkaround dayboat that doubles as a capable weekender. The layout—wide side decks with high bulwarks, a large cockpit under a T-top, fore and aft sunpads, and either two cabins or a convertible forward dinette—suits family cruising and social entertaining. Typical use is Florida/Bahamas or Mediterranean island-hopping, with light overnights and coastal hops rather than long offshore passages.
On the water, expert trials describe the 43as responsive with soft landings through wakes, and the Volvo Penta IPS joystick makes it a “pussycat” around the dock, easing single-hand maneuvers. Fuel-efficient cruise lives in the mid-teens (about 17–18 knots), with mid-30-knot top speeds reported on IPS600 test boats. In bigger seas the axe/reverse bow can behave sharply—one owner noted the boat “dived” into a two-meter wave—so most owners pick their weather windows.
Below, reviewers call the interior warm and welcoming thanks to natural wood finishes, and refreshed versions gained headroom and more usable volume. Many owners add comfort options such as a gyro stabilizer, an upgraded genset and extended air-conditioning to boost livability at anchor. Maintenance feedback centers on the IPS pods: there’s roughly 2'8" of space outboard of the engines for basic checks, but anything pod-related generally requires a haul-out, specialist service, and occasionally waiting on Volvo-trained technicians; complete service records are often highlighted on used boats.
Pros and Cons
- Versatile walkaround deck with high bulwarks, large cockpit, and fore/aft sunpads suits family cruising and entertaining.
- IPS joystick control makes docking and close-quarters handling notably easy, even single-handed.
- Fuel-efficient 17–18-knot cruise and a warm, wood-finished interior support comfortable weekend overnights.
- Reverse/axe bow can react sharply in bigger seas; an owner reported the boat diving into a two-meter wave.
- IPS pod systems typically require haul-out for major work and can involve costly, specialist service and wait times.
- Below-deck space is improved on refreshed versions but remains oriented to light overnights rather than long offshore passages.
Comparison with Other Models
| Model | LOA | Beam | Draft | Speed (Cruising/Max) | Gross Tonnage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 43 | 46' 0" (14 m) | 13' 0" (4.20 m) | 3' 5" (1.05 m) | - | - |
| E60 | 60' 0" (18.29 m) | 16' 0" (5.06 m) | 12' 4" (3.75 m) | - | - |
| 50 | 53' 0" (16.15 m) | 15' 0" (4.57 m) | 13' 1" (4 m) | 27 kn / 36 kn | - |
| PARDO 43 | 46' 0" (14 m) | 13' 0" (4.20 m) | 3' 5" (1.05 m) | 28 kn / 38 kn | 10 |
| 38 | 39' 0" (11.89 m) | 11' 0" (3.61 m) | 9' 7" (2.92 m) | - | - |
| 43 Walkaround | 43' 0" (13.11 m) | 13' 0" (4.19 m) | 11' 3" (3.42 m) | - | - |
| PARDO 38 | 39' 0" (11.90 m) | 11' 0" (3.60 m) | 3' 5" (1.05 m) | 35 kn / 40 kn | - |
| P50 | 50' 0" (15.24 m) | 16' 0" (4.95 m) | 13' 1" (4 m) | - | - |
| GT 52 | 52' 0" (15.85 m) | - | - | - | - |
| P43 | 43' 0" (13.11 m) | 13' 0" (4.19 m) | 11' 3" (3.42 m) | 30 kn / 35 kn | - |
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