ARCONA 430
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 43.14 ft |
| LWL | 39.53 ft |
| Beam | 13.06 ft |
| Draft | 7.48 ft |
| Deep Draft | 2.55 ft |
| Displacement | 20,282 lb |
| Ballast | 7,936.6 lb |
| Material | 43’ 1”13.15 m |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 8.4 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 58.07 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 16.21 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 56.43 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 19.68 ft |
| FLforestay | 16.2 ft |
| Mainsail | 667.36 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 484.38 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 1,453.13 sq ft |
Accommodation
| Cabins | 3 |
| Berths | 5 |
| Heads | 2 |
| Water | 79.3 L |
| Fuel | 52.8 L |
| CE category | N/A€ |
About the ARCONA 430
Shallow draft: 2.0m/6.56' Hot water: 40l Holding: 60l Main: 62m2 Furling gen.: 66m2 Jib 110%: 52m2 Self tacking jib: 45m2 Spinnaker: 135m2 Gennaker: 135m2
The Arcona 430 is a Swedish-built cruising yacht designed by Stefan Qviberg and constructed by Arcona Yachts (SWE) in 2007. With a displacement of 20282.0 lb and a fractional sloop rig, it represents a robust, heavy-displacement platform from a single production year.
- Best for:
- This boat is best suited for experienced coastal cruisers and those seeking a stable, comfortable platform for extended passages, given its high comfort ratio of 25.2 and substantial ballast of 7936.6 lb.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a low capsize ratio of 1.92 and a displacement/length ratio of 146.58, the Arcona 430 demonstrates strong inherent stability and seaworthiness for bluewater cruising.
- Comparables:
- Comparable vessels include the Hallberg-Rassy 43 and the Nauticat 43, as they share similar heavy-displacement characteristics, Scandinavian build quality, and a focus on safe, comfortable offshore cruising.
Performance
ORC Performance Data(3 certificates)
Measured performance data from ORC (Offshore Racing Congress) certificates.
Polar Diagram
Boat speed (kn) vs. true wind angle. Source: ORC
Racing Ratings
Triple Number
ORC Measured
Sail Areas (ORC)
Speed Table (kn)
| TWA \ TWS | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 20 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52° | 4.2 | 5.8 | 6.9 | 7.6 | 8.0 | 8.2 | 8.3 | 8.4 | 8.4 |
| 60° | 4.5 | 6.1 | 7.2 | 7.8 | 8.2 | 8.4 | 8.5 | 8.7 | 8.7 |
| 75° | 4.8 | 6.3 | 7.4 | 8.0 | 8.4 | 8.7 | 8.9 | 9.1 | 9.3 |
| 90° | 4.9 | 6.5 | 7.7 | 8.3 | 8.6 | 8.9 | 9.1 | 9.6 | 9.9 |
| 110° | 4.7 | 6.3 | 7.5 | 8.3 | 8.8 | 9.3 | 9.7 | 10.3 | 10.8 |
| 120° | 4.4 | 6.0 | 7.3 | 8.1 | 8.7 | 9.2 | 9.7 | 10.7 | 11.6 |
| 135° | 3.8 | 5.4 | 6.7 | 7.7 | 8.3 | 8.8 | 9.4 | 10.5 | 12.1 |
| 150° | 3.1 | 4.5 | 5.8 | 6.9 | 7.8 | 8.3 | 8.8 | 9.8 | 11.1 |
| Beat VMG | 2.7 | 3.7 | 4.6 | 5.2 | 5.6 | 5.8 | 5.9 | 6.0 | 6.0 |
| Run VMG | 2.7 | 3.9 | 5.0 | 6.0 | 6.8 | 7.5 | 8.0 | 8.9 | 9.8 |
Estimated Value
Low ConfidenceAsking price by model year
9 listings · boat years 2009–2010 · median $281,338
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 43.14ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Articles & Reviews
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
12 reported issues across 6 systems for the ARCONA 430, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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