BELIZE 43

About the BELIZE 43

Replaced the VENEZIA 42.

The Belize 43 is a distinctive catamaran designed by Joubert-Nivelt and built by Fontaine Pajot in France, with production records indicating a single build year of 2000. As a fractional sloop rig with a displacement of 18960.0 lb, it offers a spacious layout typical of early 2000s multihulls, though specific total hull counts are not definitively recorded in the source data.

Best for:

This vessel suits coastal cruisers and liveaboards seeking a spacious, stable platform, as evidenced by the high prevalence of bimini installations (115 mentions) and watermaker upgrades (26 mentions) among owners. Its fractional sloop rig and moderate sail area-to-displacement ratio (26.97) make it manageable for couples or small families prioritizing comfort over high-performance racing.

Bluewater capability:

With a capsize ratio of 3.45 and a comfort ratio of 11.19, the Belize 43 demonstrates reasonable offshore stability, though its bluewater readiness is heavily dependent on addressing critical structural concerns like rudder shaft integrity and keel sump cracking reported by owners.

Comparables:

Comparable boats include the Lagoon 42 and Fountaine Pajot Astrea 42, which share similar production eras, catamaran hull forms, and fractional sloop rigs. These vessels are comparable due to their similar beam widths (around 22-23 ft) and target market of luxury coastal cruising.