Question 1

What are the specs of the TANTON 43?

Accepted Answer

The TANTON 43 has the following specifications: 43.16ft LOA, 13.16ft beam, 4.83ft draft, 22,000lb displacement, 9,999lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Cat Ketch (unstayed). Keel: Fin.

Question 2

Who built the TANTON 43 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by  Ta Chiao (TAIWAN), designed by Yves-Marie Tanton, first built in 1980.

Question 3

Is the TANTON 43 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The TANTON 43 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 27.99, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 1.88, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 4

How fast is the TANTON 43?

Accepted Answer

The TANTON 43 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 18.41, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 185.06, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a TANTON 43?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a TANTON 43 is estimated at $3.7K – $10K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 6

How much does it cost to own a TANTON 43 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the TANTON 43 (43.16ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $3.7K – $10K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 43.16ft boat: Florida: $7,800-$20,700/year. California: $7,300-$18,100/year. Massachusetts: $5,400-$12,100/year + $1,700 winter storage. New York: $5,400-$15,100/year + $1,700 winter storage. Maryland: $5,200-$9,300/year. Texas: $3,100-$9,300/year. Washington: $6,200-$13,500/year. Michigan: $3,000-$6,600/year + $1,700 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,700-$9,300/year. South Carolina: $6,700-$12,900/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $7K to $38K depending on location and maintenance approach. Source: SailPages.com, based on published marina rate cards and industry data.

Question 7

How much does it cost to dock a TANTON 43?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the TANTON 43 (43.16ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $7,800-$20,700/year. California: $7,300-$18,100/year. Massachusetts: $5,400-$12,100/year + $1,700 winter storage. New York: $5,400-$15,100/year + $1,700 winter storage. Maryland: $5,200-$9,300/year. Texas: $3,100-$9,300/year. Washington: $6,200-$13,500/year. Michigan: $3,000-$6,600/year + $1,700 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,700-$9,300/year. South Carolina: $6,700-$12,900/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 8

What are the common problems with the TANTON 43?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the TANTON 43 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in rigging, 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 TANTON 43.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a TANTON 43?

Accepted Answer

When buying a TANTON 43, SailPages.com has compiled 1 model-specific issues reported by owners across rigging. 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 TANTON 43 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 10

How does the TANTON 43 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The TANTON 43 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 43.16ft LOA, comfort ratio 27.99, capsize ratio 1.88, SA/disp 18.41. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	43.16 ft
LWL	37.58 ft
Beam	13.16 ft
Draft	4.83 ft
Displacement	22,000 lb
Ballast	9,999 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	8.2 kn

Pmainsail luff	45 ft
Emainsail foot	17 ft
PYmizzen luff	45 ft
EYmizzen foot	17 ft
Mainsail	413.1 sq ft

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