LANDFALL 43 (C&C)
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 42.08 ft |
| LWL | 34.42 ft |
| Beam | 12.62 ft |
| Draft | 5.5 ft |
| Displacement | 24,600 lb |
| Ballast | 9,074.9 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 7.9 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 50 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 17 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 42.5 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 13.58 ft |
| PYmizzen luff | 25.83 ft |
| EYmizzen foot | 8.25 ft |
| FLforestay | 17 ft |
| Mainsail | 736.7 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 425 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 722.5 sq ft |
About the LANDFALL 43 (C&C)
Available as sloop or ketch.
The Landfall 43 is a robust, heavy-displacement cruising sloop designed by the C & C Design Team and built by C&C Yachts, with production records indicating a single build year of 1982. With a displacement of 24600.0 lb and a beam of 12.62 ft, this vessel represents the pinnacle of C&C's traditional bluewater cruising philosophy, prioritizing stability and comfort over pure racing performance.
- Best for:
- This boat is ideally suited for serious coastal and offshore cruisers who prioritize seakeeping and comfort, particularly those willing to manage the maintenance requirements of a 1982-era fiberglass hull. Its high comfort ratio of 35.38 and substantial ballast of 9074.9 lb make it a stable platform for long passages, appealing to owners who value a quiet, solid ride in heavy weather.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a low capsize ratio of 1.74 and a high displacement-to-length ratio of 269.31, the Landfall 43 is inherently stable and well-suited for offshore passages, provided the critical structural integrity of the deck core and rudder assembly is verified.
- Comparables:
- Comparable vessels include the C&C 40 and the Tartan 42, as they share similar heavy-displacement characteristics and full-keel or long-fin hull forms from the early 1980s. The Landfall 43 distinguishes itself with a slightly wider beam and a dedicated cruising layout, offering more interior volume than the narrower-rigged racing-cruisers of the same era.
Direct variant of the LANDFALL 43 (C&C)
Near-identical models — same hull, builder and designer, re-badged or lightly changed. Specs and owner-reported issues are typically shared across the group, so a sister model's page may carry detail this one doesn't.
Performance
Pricing
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 42.08ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
7 reported issues across 4 systems for the LANDFALL 43 (C&C), compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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