CAPE NORTH 43
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 43.24 ft |
| LWL | 35.33 ft |
| Beam | 12.66 ft |
| Draft | 6.3 ft/ 2.19 ft min |
| Displacement | 25,000 lb |
| Ballast | 11,200 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 8.0 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 52.8 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 18.3 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 46.3 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 14 ft |
| FLforestay | 18.3 ft |
| Mainsail | 833.1 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 483.1 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 821.3 sq ft |
About the CAPE NORTH 43
This from designer, Ted Brewer: "The yacht is a grp version of the custom, wood, 'Black Velvet' (see her on www.tedbrewer.com under Sail - Wood.). The first fibreglass versions were built by Cape North in Hong Kong, in the mid '70s, as the Cape North 43. Later a Philippine firm obtained the molds and produced a few. The CN 43s were good boats and several did well in prestigious ocean races in the '70s and '80s, including a China Sea Race fro HK to Manila. Others survived some severe storms in the Atlantic on their way to Britain from the builders. The CN 43s seem to have been well built, under British management, but I have no idea of the quality of their Philippine sisterships." Owners plans can be purchased from Ted's Site shown above.
Designed by Ted Brewer and built by Cape Yachts (HK) in 1977, the Cape North 43 is a substantial cruising ketch with a displacement of 25000.0 lb. While the exact hull count is unknown, this model represents a specific era of heavy-displacement offshore design.
- Best for:
- This boat suits experienced coastal and offshore cruisers who prioritize seakeeping and comfort over speed, particularly those comfortable with a staysail ketch rig.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a D/L ratio of 253.08 and a capsize ratio of 1.74, the Cape North 43 is well-suited for bluewater cruising, offering stability and comfort in heavy weather.
- Comparables:
- Comparable to other Ted Brewer designs from the late 1970s such as the Cape George 36 or Cape Dory 36, due to shared design philosophy and heavy displacement characteristics.
Performance
ORC Performance Data(1 certificate)
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° | 3.3 | 4.5 | 5.4 | 6.0 | 6.5 | 6.8 | 7.0 | 7.2 | 7.2 |
| 60° | 3.6 | 4.8 | 5.7 | 6.3 | 6.8 | 7.1 | 7.2 | 7.4 | 7.5 |
| 75° | 3.8 | 5.0 | 5.9 | 6.6 | 7.0 | 7.3 | 7.5 | 7.7 | 7.8 |
| 90° | 3.8 | 5.1 | 6.2 | 6.9 | 7.3 | 7.5 | 7.7 | 7.8 | 8.1 |
| 110° | 3.9 | 5.3 | 6.4 | 7.1 | 7.5 | 7.8 | 8.0 | 8.4 | 8.6 |
| 120° | 3.8 | 5.2 | 6.3 | 7.0 | 7.5 | 7.8 | 8.0 | 8.5 | 9.0 |
| 135° | 3.4 | 4.7 | 5.8 | 6.7 | 7.3 | 7.6 | 7.9 | 8.5 | 9.0 |
| 150° | 2.8 | 4.0 | 5.1 | 6.0 | 6.8 | 7.3 | 7.7 | 8.2 | 8.8 |
| Beat VMG | 2.1 | 2.9 | 3.5 | 4.0 | 4.4 | 4.6 | 4.8 | 4.9 | 4.9 |
| Run VMG | 2.4 | 3.5 | 4.4 | 5.2 | 6.0 | 6.6 | 7.1 | 7.7 | 8.2 |
Pricing
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 43.24ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
4 reported issues across 3 systems for the CAPE NORTH 43, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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