Question 1

What are the specs of the NAJAD 343?

Accepted Answer

The NAJAD 343 has the following specifications: 33.46ft LOA, 10.93ft beam, 5.41ft draft, 14,330lb displacement, 5,511.3lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a NAJAD 343 cost?

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The NAJAD 343 has an average asking price of $71,786, with prices ranging from $53,550 to $81,641 based on 5 listings.

Question 3

Who built the NAJAD 343 and when was it made?

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Built by Najad Varvet AB, designed by Thorwald Karlsson, first built in 1981, with production ending in 1989.

Question 4

Is the NAJAD 343 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The NAJAD 343 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 30.52, which means it is very comfortable in a seaway, suitable for extended offshore passages. The capsize screening ratio is 1.8, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the NAJAD 343?

Accepted Answer

The NAJAD 343 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 14.64, which indicates a more conservative sail plan focused on comfort over speed. The displacement to length ratio is 275.19, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a NAJAD 343?

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Annual maintenance for a NAJAD 343 is estimated at $1.7K – $4.6K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 7

How much does it cost to own a NAJAD 343 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the NAJAD 343 (33.46ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.7K – $4.6K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $650-$1150/year (based on $71,786 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 33.46ft boat: Florida: $6,000-$16,100/year. California: $5,600-$14,100/year. Massachusetts: $4,200-$9,400/year + $1,300 winter storage. New York: $4,200-$11,700/year + $1,300 winter storage. Maryland: $4,000-$7,200/year. Texas: $2,400-$7,200/year. Washington: $4,800-$10,400/year. Michigan: $2,300-$5,200/year + $1,300 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,600-$7,200/year. South Carolina: $5,200-$10,000/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $5K to $26K depending on location and maintenance approach. Source: SailPages.com, based on published marina rate cards and industry data.

Question 8

How much does it cost to dock a NAJAD 343?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the NAJAD 343 (33.46ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $6,000-$16,100/year. California: $5,600-$14,100/year. Massachusetts: $4,200-$9,400/year + $1,300 winter storage. New York: $4,200-$11,700/year + $1,300 winter storage. Maryland: $4,000-$7,200/year. Texas: $2,400-$7,200/year. Washington: $4,800-$10,400/year. Michigan: $2,300-$5,200/year + $1,300 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,600-$7,200/year. South Carolina: $5,200-$10,000/year. Rates are per foot per month multiplied by boat length. Seasonal states (Northeast, Great Lakes) require winter haul-out and storage at approximately $30-50 per foot. Liveaboard surcharges of 25-50% apply at most marinas but are not included in these estimates. Mooring balls are typically 40-55% less than slip costs. Source: SailPages.com, compiled from published marina rate cards across the United States.

Question 9

What are the common problems with the NAJAD 343?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 2 issues reported for the NAJAD 343 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in engine, each rated by severity (critical, major, minor). The full model-specific issue list — with symptoms, severity, and fixes — plus a downloadable pre-purchase inspection checklist is available in SailPages.com's report for the NAJAD 343.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a NAJAD 343?

Accepted Answer

When buying a NAJAD 343, SailPages.com has compiled 2 model-specific issues reported by owners across engine. Always hire a SAMS or NAMS accredited marine surveyor — SailPages.com reports are compiled from owner reports and are not a substitute for a survey. The downloadable report for the NAJAD 343 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 11

What are the sail dimensions of the NAJAD 343?

Accepted Answer

The NAJAD 343 has the following rig dimensions: I=36.42ft (foretriangle height), J=11.82ft (foretriangle base), P=41.33ft (mainsail luff), E=14.25ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 533.3 sq ft. Jib area: 215.2 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the NAJAD 343 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The NAJAD 343 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 33.46ft LOA, comfort ratio 30.52, capsize ratio 1.8, SA/disp 14.64, average price $71,786. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	33.46 ft
LWL	28.54 ft
Beam	10.93 ft
Draft	5.41 ft
Displacement	14,330 lb
Ballast	5,511.3 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	7.2 kn

Iforetriangle height	36.42 ft
Jforetriangle base	11.82 ft
Pmainsail luff	41.33 ft
Emainsail foot	14.25 ft
FLforestay	11.8 ft
Mainsail	533.3 sq ft
Jib (100%)	215.2 sq ft
Spinnaker	365.9 sq ft

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