The 2001 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 43 is a fiberglass cruising sailboat built for long passages and family voyaging. Measuring 42 feet in length with a 13.7-foot beam, it combines proven seaworthiness with practical comfort. The boat is powered by a Yanmar diesel engine of approximately 101 horsepower, delivering reliable auxiliary propulsion at cruising speeds around 6 knots.
Four cabins provide sleeping accommodations, including three doubles and one twin, complemented by two heads with marine toilets. The main cabin is bright and spacious, with numerous storage solutions throughout. Interior amenities include a water maker, electrical converter, and solar panels for self-sufficiency at anchor.
On deck, the yacht carries a full sail plan: mainsail, genoa, asymmetrical spinnaker, and rigging cutters' stay for flexible performance across wind conditions. Navigation electronics include an autopilot, GPS, wind indicator, and anemometer for confident passage-making.
The Sun Odyssey 43 is known for balanced handling and forgiving seakeeping characteristics. Its design favors easy crew management and performs equally well on coastal routes or extended offshore passages.
Length
42.13 FT
Beam
13.68 FT
Draft
6.56 FT
Material
Fiberglass
Shape
Displacement
Cabins
4
Heads
2
Engines
1
Engine Make
Yanmar
Power
NaN HP
Hours
4,500 HRS
Fuel
Diesel
Cruising Speed
6.00 KTS
Max Speed
8.00 KTS
Fuel
52.83 GAL
Water
105.67 GAL