HINCKLEY 43 (MCCURDY & RHODES)
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 43.85 ft |
| LWL | 31.25 ft |
| Beam | 12.5 ft |
| Draft | 9.1 ft/ 5 ft min |
| Displacement | 24,000 lb |
| Ballast | 8,500.8 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 7.5 kn |
About the HINCKLEY 43 (MCCURDY & RHODES)
A refinement of the SOU'WESTER 42 (1982).
The Hinckley 43 is a robust, heavy-displacement cruising sloop designed by McCurdy & Rhodes/Hinckley and built by Hinckley (USA) in 1990. With a displacement of 24000.0 lb and a comfort ratio of 36.64, this vessel is engineered for stability and seakeeping, though the exact number of hulls built is not specified in the available data.
- Best for:
- This boat is ideally suited for serious coastal and offshore cruisers who prioritize comfort and safety over high-speed performance, particularly those willing to invest in significant maintenance and systems upgrades.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a capsize ratio of 1.74 and a displacement of 24000.0 lb, the Hinckley 43 is well-suited for bluewater cruising, offering excellent stability and reserve buoyancy for offshore passages.
- Comparables:
- Comparable vessels include other heavy-displacement McCurdy & Rhodes designs from the late 1980s and early 1990s, such as the Hinckley 36 or 46, which share similar build quality and cruising-oriented hull forms.
Performance
Pricing
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 43.85ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
15 reported issues across 9 systems for the HINCKLEY 43 (MCCURDY & RHODES), compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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