FRERS 43
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 43 ft |
| LWL | 37 ft |
| Beam | 13 ft |
| Draft | 8.1 ft |
| Displacement | 18,000 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 8.2 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 58.97 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 16.75 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 52.48 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 15.4 ft |
| FLforestay | 16.8 ft |
| Mainsail | 930.3 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 493.9 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 839.6 sq ft |
About the FRERS 43
The Frers 43 is a 43.0 ft masthead sloop designed by German Frers and built in 1988, with an unknown total hull production count. It features a fin keel with a max draft of 8.1 ft and a displacement of 18000.0 lb, offering a comfort ratio of 23.55 and a capsize ratio of 1.99.
- Best for:
- This vessel suits coastal cruisers and those seeking a performance-oriented day sailor or short-range cruiser, given its moderate displacement and high sail area-to-displacement ratio of 21.0.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a capsize ratio of 1.99 and a displacement of 18000.0 lb, the Frers 43 is generally considered suitable for coastal cruising but requires careful structural assessment for serious offshore passage-making due to reported structural vulnerabilities.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats from this era include other German Frers designs and similar 40-45 ft fin-keel sloops like the O'Day 42 or Pearson 424, sharing similar beam dimensions and performance characteristics.
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° | 3.8 | 5.0 | 5.9 | 6.5 | 6.8 | 7.0 | 7.1 | 7.2 | 7.2 |
| 60° | 4.0 | 5.3 | 6.2 | 6.7 | 7.1 | 7.2 | 7.3 | 7.4 | 7.5 |
| 75° | 4.1 | 5.4 | 6.3 | 6.9 | 7.3 | 7.5 | 7.6 | 7.7 | 7.8 |
| 90° | 4.0 | 5.3 | 6.3 | 6.9 | 7.3 | 7.6 | 7.8 | 8.0 | 8.2 |
| 110° | 3.8 | 5.2 | 6.3 | 7.0 | 7.5 | 7.7 | 7.9 | 8.2 | 8.3 |
| 120° | 3.7 | 5.1 | 6.2 | 7.0 | 7.5 | 7.8 | 8.1 | 8.4 | 8.7 |
| 135° | 3.3 | 4.6 | 5.7 | 6.6 | 7.3 | 7.7 | 8.0 | 8.6 | 9.2 |
| 150° | 2.7 | 3.9 | 5.0 | 6.0 | 6.8 | 7.3 | 7.7 | 8.3 | 8.9 |
| Beat VMG | 2.4 | 3.3 | 4.0 | 4.4 | 4.7 | 4.8 | 4.9 | 5.0 | 5.0 |
| Run VMG | 2.3 | 3.4 | 4.3 | 5.2 | 5.9 | 6.5 | 7.0 | 7.7 | 8.3 |
Pricing
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 43ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
12 reported issues across 8 systems for the FRERS 43, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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