Question 1

What are the specs of the TASWELL 43?

Accepted Answer

The TASWELL 43 has the following specifications: 42.83ft LOA, 13.67ft beam, 6.25ft draft, 23,500lb displacement, 9,599.8lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Cutter. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a TASWELL 43 cost?

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The TASWELL 43 has an average asking price of $162,865, with prices ranging from $149,000 to $173,279 based on 4 listings.

Question 3

Who built the TASWELL 43 and when was it made?

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Built by Ta Shing Yacht Building (TAIWAN), designed by Bill Dixon, first built in 1987.

Question 4

Is the TASWELL 43 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The TASWELL 43 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 28.16, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 1.91, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the TASWELL 43?

Accepted Answer

The TASWELL 43 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 16.84, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 187.47, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a TASWELL 43?

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Annual maintenance for a TASWELL 43 is estimated at $3.0K – $8.1K. 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 TASWELL 43 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the TASWELL 43 (42.83ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $3.0K – $8.1K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $1450-$2600/year (based on $162,865 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 42.83ft boat: Florida: $7,700-$20,600/year. California: $7,200-$18,000/year. Massachusetts: $5,400-$12,000/year + $1,700 winter storage. New York: $5,400-$15,000/year + $1,700 winter storage. Maryland: $5,100-$9,300/year. Texas: $3,100-$9,300/year. Washington: $6,200-$13,400/year. Michigan: $3,000-$6,600/year + $1,700 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,600-$9,300/year. South Carolina: $6,700-$12,800/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $8K to $36K 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 TASWELL 43?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the TASWELL 43 (42.83ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $7,700-$20,600/year. California: $7,200-$18,000/year. Massachusetts: $5,400-$12,000/year + $1,700 winter storage. New York: $5,400-$15,000/year + $1,700 winter storage. Maryland: $5,100-$9,300/year. Texas: $3,100-$9,300/year. Washington: $6,200-$13,400/year. Michigan: $3,000-$6,600/year + $1,700 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,600-$9,300/year. South Carolina: $6,700-$12,800/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 TASWELL 43?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a TASWELL 43?

Accepted Answer

When buying a TASWELL 43, SailPages.com has compiled 1 model-specific issues reported by owners across plumbing. 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 TASWELL 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 TASWELL 43?

Accepted Answer

The TASWELL 43 has the following rig dimensions: I=16.8ft (foretriangle height), J=5.2ft (foretriangle base), P=14.9ft (mainsail luff), E=4.9ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 391.81 sq ft. Jib area: 467.15 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the TASWELL 43 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The TASWELL 43 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 42.83ft LOA, comfort ratio 28.16, capsize ratio 1.91, SA/disp 16.84, average price $162,865. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	42.83 ft
LWL	38.25 ft
Beam	13.67 ft
Draft	6.25 ft
Displacement	23,500 lb
Ballast	9,599.8 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	8.3 kn

Iforetriangle height	16.8 ft
Jforetriangle base	5.2 ft
Pmainsail luff	14.9 ft
Emainsail foot	4.9 ft
FLforestay	17 ft
Mainsail	391.81 sq ft
Jib (100%)	467.15 sq ft
Spinnaker	794.8 sq ft
SA total	860.04 sq ft

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