Question 1

What are the specs of the SHANNON 43?

Accepted Answer

The SHANNON 43 has the following specifications: 43.83ft LOA, 13ft beam, 8.58ft draft, 27,000lb displacement, 10,000.8lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Staysail Ketch. Keel: Variable, Full/Long.

Question 2

How much does a SHANNON 43 cost?

Accepted Answer

The SHANNON 43 has an average asking price of $169,641, with prices ranging from $139,000 to $220,000 based on 4 listings.

Question 3

Who built the SHANNON 43 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Shannon Yachts (USA), designed by Walter Shultz, first built in 1986.

Question 4

Is the SHANNON 43 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The SHANNON 43 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 35.37, which means it is very comfortable in a seaway, suitable for extended offshore passages. The capsize screening ratio is 1.74, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the SHANNON 43?

Accepted Answer

The SHANNON 43 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 16.24, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 246.25, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a SHANNON 43?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a SHANNON 43 is estimated at $3.7K – $9.9K. 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 SHANNON 43 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the SHANNON 43 (43.83ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $3.7K – $9.9K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $1550-$2700/year (based on $169,641 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 43.83ft boat: Florida: $7,900-$21,000/year. California: $7,400-$18,400/year. Massachusetts: $5,500-$12,300/year + $1,800 winter storage. New York: $5,500-$15,300/year + $1,800 winter storage. Maryland: $5,300-$9,500/year. Texas: $3,200-$9,500/year. Washington: $6,300-$13,700/year. Michigan: $3,100-$6,700/year + $1,800 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,700-$9,500/year. South Carolina: $6,800-$13,100/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $8K to $39K 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 SHANNON 43?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the SHANNON 43 (43.83ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $7,900-$21,000/year. California: $7,400-$18,400/year. Massachusetts: $5,500-$12,300/year + $1,800 winter storage. New York: $5,500-$15,300/year + $1,800 winter storage. Maryland: $5,300-$9,500/year. Texas: $3,200-$9,500/year. Washington: $6,300-$13,700/year. Michigan: $3,100-$6,700/year + $1,800 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,700-$9,500/year. South Carolina: $6,800-$13,100/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 SHANNON 43?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 2 issues reported for the SHANNON 43 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in keel, 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 SHANNON 43.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a SHANNON 43?

Accepted Answer

When buying a SHANNON 43, SailPages.com has compiled 2 model-specific issues reported by owners across keel. 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 SHANNON 43 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 SHANNON 43?

Accepted Answer

The SHANNON 43 has the following rig dimensions: I=55.5ft (foretriangle height), J=19.25ft (foretriangle base), P=48.75ft (mainsail luff), E=15.83ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 950.9 sq ft. Jib area: 534.2 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the SHANNON 43 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The SHANNON 43 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 43.83ft LOA, comfort ratio 35.37, capsize ratio 1.74, SA/disp 16.24, average price $169,641. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	43.83 ft
LWL	36.58 ft
Beam	13 ft
Draft	8.58 ft/ 4.75 ft min
Displacement	27,000 lb
Ballast	10,000.8 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	8.1 kn

Iforetriangle height	55.5 ft
Jforetriangle base	19.25 ft
Pmainsail luff	48.75 ft
Emainsail foot	15.83 ft
PYmizzen luff	29 ft
EYmizzen foot	9.5 ft
FLforestay	19.3 ft
Mainsail	950.9 sq ft
Jib (100%)	534.2 sq ft
Spinnaker	908.1 sq ft

SHANNON 43

Specifications

Hull

Rig & Sails

About the SHANNON 43

Performance

Estimated Value

Asking price by model year

Estimated Cost of Ownership

Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection

Unlock the full inspection report

Similar Sailboats

Which engine powers your SHANNON 43?

Used sails that fit the SHANNON 43