1979 Westsail 43
LOA
13.11m (43.0ft)
Beam
3.96m (13.0ft)
Displacement
14,515kg (32,000lbs)
Year
1979–1984
Manufacturer
Westsail
Full Specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Overall (LOA) | 13.11 m | 43.0 ft |
| Length Waterline (LWL) | 10.67 m | 35.0 ft |
| Beam | 3.96 m | 13.0 ft |
| Draft | 1.90 m | 6.2 ft |
| Mast Height | 16.00 m | 52.5 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 14,515 kg | 32,000 lbs |
| Ballast | 5,897 kg | 13,001 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 78.0 m² | 840 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Ketch | |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | |
| Keel Type | Full | |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 55 HP | |
| Fuel Capacity | 284 L | 75.0 gal |
| Water Capacity | 568 L | 150.0 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | |
| Cabins | 3 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | William Crealock | |
| Country of Origin | USA | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
13.31
Underpowered — needs more sail area for displacement
Ballast Ratio
40.6%
Heavy ballast — very stiff and stable
Capsize Screening Ratio
0.65 Offshore Capable
Excellent — suitable for offshore passages
Lower is better. Values below 2.0 are considered suitable for offshore sailing.
Comfort Ratio
27.4
Moderate — acceptable for coastal cruising
About the 1979 Westsail 43
The Westsail 43 is a ketch-rigged version of the large Westsail design, offering divided rig for easy handling. Built for ultimate self-sufficiency at sea with generous tankage and a massive, well-appointed interior.