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Bristol 43.3

The bristol 43.3 is a 43.25ft cutter designed by ted hood / d. empacher and built in fiberglass by bristol yachts between 1986 and 1994., 25 units have been built..

The Bristol 43.3 is a heavy sailboat which is slightly under powered. It is stable / stiff and has an excellent righting capability if capsized. It is best suited as a bluewater cruising boat. The fuel capacity is good. There is a good water supply range.

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BRISTOL 43.3

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Basic specs..

The Bristol 43.3 is equipped with a centerboard keel. A centerboard keel is a pivoting lifting keel, allowing to sail both coastal and inland waters.

The boat can enter even shallow marinas as the draft is just about 1.49 - 1.59 meter (4.89 - 5.19 ft) dependent on the load. See immersion rate below.

The boat is typically equipped with a Westerbeke diesel engine.

The fuel tank has a capacity of 454 liters (119 US gallons, 99 imperial gallons).

Sailing characteristics

This section covers widely used rules of thumb to describe the sailing characteristics. Please note that even though the calculations are correct, the interpretation of the results might not be valid for extreme boats.

What is Capsize Screening Formula (CSF)?

The capsize screening value for Bristol 43.3 is 1.73, indicating that this boat could - if evaluated by this formula alone - be accepted to participate in ocean races.

What is Theoretical Maximum Hull Speed?

The theoretical maximal speed of a displacement boat of this length is 7.7 knots. The term "Theoretical Maximum Hull Speed" is widely used even though a boat can sail faster. The term shall be interpreted as above the theoretical speed a great additional power is necessary for a small gain in speed.

The immersion rate is defined as the weight required to sink the boat a certain level. The immersion rate for Bristol 43.3 is about 268 kg/cm, alternatively 1501 lbs/inch. Meaning: if you load 268 kg cargo on the boat then it will sink 1 cm. Alternatively, if you load 1501 lbs cargo on the boat it will sink 1 inch.

Sailing statistics

This section is statistical comparison with similar boats of the same category. The basis of the following statistical computations is our unique database with more than 26,000 different boat types and 350,000 data points.

What is Motion Comfort Ratio (MCR)?

What is L/B (Length Beam Ratio)?

What is a Ballast Ratio?

What is Displacement Length Ratio?

What is SA/D (Sail Area Displacement ratio)?

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My wife and I are looking for a boat to use for extended, offshore cruising. Typically, the crew will consist of two moderately experienced sailors. We are particularly interested in either a Bristol 43.3 or a 47.7. Any experiences, thoughts or areas of concern about either the 43.3 or 47.7 would be appreciated. Thanks Bruce  

My wife and I have been looking at the Bristol 41.1 as a cruising boat. We would be coastal cruising and some offshore work. What I''m trying to resolve is the centerboard issue. Is it an asset or liability? I''m sure Ted Hood has designed a good sailing and comfortable boat, but have you had any feedback on the ceterboard issue for the Bristols. Dennis  

You really want to take this question to the Bristol email group - also check the archives for past conversations. We came close to buying a 35.5 several years ago, and I recall not hearing anything bad about the centerboard, although we felt the keel model would work better for us. You can also search the web for reviews of Bristols/see if there''s one on Practical Sailor/ check this link at: http://members.aol.com/bristolyht/also check with brokers who have specialized in Bristols - we worked with folks at Bristol Yachts (http://www.bristolyachts.com/) who seemed to know the 35.5 inside out. Finally you might call Little Harbor (http://www.lhyb.com/), as I believe Ted Hood is still around and you could never get better info than right from the horse''s mouth, so to speak. Good luck.  

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Bristol 43.3

The Bristol 43.3 is a classic bluewater cruising sailboat designed by Ted Hood and built by Bristol Yachts from 1986 to 1994. It is a well-regarded vessel known for its exceptional performance, seaworthiness, and comfortable accommodations. The 43.3-foot yacht has a sleek and traditional design with a long overhang, high freeboard, and graceful sheer, giving it a timeless look. Its moderate displacement and full keel provide stability and balance, allowing for a smooth ride and easy handling in various weather conditions.

The Bristol 43.3's spacious interior offers a comfortable and luxurious living space that can accommodate up to seven people. The main salon features a U-shaped settee, dining table, and a forward-facing nav station. The galley is well-equipped with a three-burner stove, oven, double sink, and a large refrigerator. The master stateroom is located aft and features a queen-sized berth, plenty of storage, and an ensuite head with a separate shower stall. The guest stateroom is located forward and features a V-berth and a separate head. Overall, the Bristol 43.3 is an elegant and reliable yacht that is perfect for long-term cruising or living aboard.

LOA: 43.25 ft LWL: 33.33 ft Beam: 12.92 ft Draft: 10.00 ft Displacement: 26530.00 lbs Ballast: 10500.00 lbs Hull type: Keel/Cbrd. Hull construction: FG Rigging type: Cutter

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1987 Bristol 43.3

The 1987 Bristol 43.3 is currently available for sale in Annapolis Maryland. This boat has a price of $159,000. and is listed with sales professional Dan Bacot out of our Annapolis, MD office and be reached by calling 410-397-7323. Our team at Seattle Yachts is here to help you find the right boat for your needs, budget, and style. We have access to boats off the market that will never be seen online, so contact us today with your interest.

Price: $159,000

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Accommodations:

"Altair" is a Center Cockpit layout. From the base of the companionway ladder you have a keyhole shaped Galley to starboard and a forward facing Navigation Station to port. The Main Salon has a centerline dropleaf table, L shaped settee to port (converts to double) and a single straight settee to starboard.

Going forward from the main salon there is a guest head with wand shower, sink and vanity. There is access to the head from either the main cabin or the forward V berth (with filler) guest cabin.

Going aft from the main salon on the portside you will pass the nav station and enter a passageway to the aft owner's cabin. One of the Bristol 43.3 main features that sets it apart from the 41.1 and the 45.5 is the centerline double Island Berth in the owner's cabin. (in the 41.1 & 45.5 this owner's berth is a athwartship double). The storage is abundant and there is also an ensuite head with a separate shower stall, manual head and sink/vanity

Engine room access is from the passageway, owner's cabin, aft head shower stall and galley

• 3 - 12volt Cabin Fans
• Weems & Plath Brass Ship's Clock & Barometer
• Interior re-varnished (2016)
• 3 burner Shipmate propane stove with oven
• Top loading icebox with Adler Barbour 12v refrigeration w/ freezer (2019)
• Double stainless steel sink with H&C pressure water
• Manual Freshwater pump (replaced 2013)
• Manual Saltwater pump
• Microwave (2020)
• Ample storage

Mechanical:

• Westerbeke 55hp engine new in 2013 (435 hours)
• Deluxe engine panel
• Transmission 2:1 reduction (2013)
• Engine seawater intake, Flex coupling, cables, engine room blower, fuel lines, exhaust hoses and bilge pump replaced in (2013)
• Dripless stuffing box
• Balmar 100 amp alternator, dual belted (2013)
• 3-blade Maxi-prop 2013
• New fuel tank (2013)
• New water tank (2013)
• New holding tank (2020)
• Raritan water heater (2013)
• Air conditioner reverse cycle Main Cabin - 16,000 BTU (2019)
• Air conditioner reverse cycle Aft Cabin - 6,500 BTU (2019)
• Espar diesel heat

Electrical:

• (3) 8D Batteries 12v, (1 engine - 2 house) new 2019
• (1) 120amp - Lipo 4 battery w/ charger for Electric winches (2019)
• (1) 120 amp - Lipo 4 battery w/charger for Bow thruster (2019)
• 3,000 amp Mikenyon Inverter charger (2013)
• 120v Shore power (2) 30 amp inlets
• LED lighting

Electronics:

• Robertson AP 100 autopilot
• B&G Zeus MFD with WIFI, radar and Nav station remote (IPad enabled) (2019)
• VHF w/ cockpit speaker
• SSB/Ham radio
• (3) Raymarine ST60 - wind, depth. (2nd wind at helm)
• 22" TV at Nav station for B&G electronics also swivels for entertainment
• Jenson stereo with cabin and cockpit speakers

Sails and Rigging:

• Standing Rigging Replaced (2019)
• Hood electric furling spar (new control box 2020)
• Lewmar 46 electric primary winches (2020)
• Roller furling genoa
• Cruising spinnaker
• Extra Main and Jib
• Hydraulic Backstay adjuster
• Whisker pole
• Hall Quick Vang
• Spar rewired (2015)

Deck and Hull:

• Bow Thruster (2019)
• Kato davits (2019)
• Stern swim ladder
• Lifelines with gates
• Ideal electric windless
• (2) Horseshoe life rings
• Cockpit table with side extensions & cup holders
• Saltwater washdown
• 33lb Bruce Anchor w/ 125' galvanized chain
• 20lb Danforth Anchor w/ 125' rode

"Altair's" 2013 - 2015" refit was performed by Jamestown Boatyard in Rhode Island. 

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Bristol 41.1

Bristol 41.1 is a 41 ′ 2 ″ / 12.6 m monohull sailboat designed by Ted Hood and Dieter Empacher and built by Bristol Yachts between 1981 and 1994.

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The theoretical maximum speed that a displacement hull can move efficiently through the water is determined by it's waterline length and displacement. It may be unable to reach this speed if the boat is underpowered or heavily loaded, though it may exceed this speed given enough power. Read more.

Classic hull speed formula:

Hull Speed = 1.34 x √LWL

Max Speed/Length ratio = 8.26 ÷ Displacement/Length ratio .311 Hull Speed = Max Speed/Length ratio x √LWL

Sail Area / Displacement Ratio

A measure of the power of the sails relative to the weight of the boat. The higher the number, the higher the performance, but the harder the boat will be to handle. This ratio is a "non-dimensional" value that facilitates comparisons between boats of different types and sizes. Read more.

SA/D = SA ÷ (D ÷ 64) 2/3

• SA : Sail area in square feet, derived by adding the mainsail area to 100% of the foretriangle area (the lateral area above the deck between the mast and the forestay).
• D : Displacement in pounds.

Ballast / Displacement Ratio

A measure of the stability of a boat's hull that suggests how well a monohull will stand up to its sails. The ballast displacement ratio indicates how much of the weight of a boat is placed for maximum stability against capsizing and is an indicator of stiffness and resistance to capsize.

Ballast / Displacement * 100

Displacement / Length Ratio

A measure of the weight of the boat relative to it's length at the waterline. The higher a boat’s D/L ratio, the more easily it will carry a load and the more comfortable its motion will be. The lower a boat's ratio is, the less power it takes to drive the boat to its nominal hull speed or beyond. Read more.

D/L = (D ÷ 2240) ÷ (0.01 x LWL)³

• D: Displacement of the boat in pounds.
• LWL: Waterline length in feet

Comfort Ratio

This ratio assess how quickly and abruptly a boat’s hull reacts to waves in a significant seaway, these being the elements of a boat’s motion most likely to cause seasickness. Read more.

Comfort ratio = D ÷ (.65 x (.7 LWL + .3 LOA) x Beam 1.33 )

• D: Displacement of the boat in pounds
• LOA: Length overall in feet
• Beam: Width of boat at the widest point in feet

Capsize Screening Formula

This formula attempts to indicate whether a given boat might be too wide and light to readily right itself after being overturned in extreme conditions. Read more.

CSV = Beam ÷ ³√(D / 64)

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The Bristol 41.1 is a high performance cruiser with distinctive classical styling from the board of famous naval architect Ted Hood. Launched in early 1981 by Bristol Yachts, the boat was built by some of New England’s finest craftsmen. With that kind of pedigree there is no surprise that among cruisers she has excellent reputation as a blue water boat.

When Clinton Pearson left Pearson Yachts in 1964, industry insiders probably thought his most influential work was done. How could you not considering he and his brother, Everett, had founded what was the first production fiberglass manufacturer ever with their launch of the Pearson Triton 28 . But oh were they wrong. Subsequent to his ousting, Clinton purchased the troubled sailboat-maker, Sailstar and renamed the company Bristol Yachts in 1966 after the production facility’s location on Popasquash Road, in Bristol, Rhode Island. The early Bristols were Carl Alberg designs with full keel-hung rudders, they were stout boats with an easy motion in a seaway.

The Bristol 41.1, belongs to the second generation of yachts produced by the company. Most Bristols of this era were designed by Ted Hood’s office, and the 41.1 is no exception. Dieter Empacher was the primary naval architect of the 41.1 as well as the earlier Bristol 39/40.

In total 104 hulls were built from 1981 until 1994 after which the company concentrated on custom yacht construction until closing shop in 1997. Bristol Yachts of this era are known for high performance and a superb fit and finish details.

Configuration, Layout and Construction

The boat has a simple sloop rig. Below the waterline is a relatively long cruising fin keelwith a skeg hung rudder. As with most Ted Hood designs, there’s a centerboard arrangement, to maximize windward performance (10′ board down) while allowing access to shoal draft areas (4′ 6″ board up). Her bow has a fine entry leading to powerful aft sections.

Both both aft and center cockpit options were available, the center cockpit had the generally preferred full width stateroom aft.

As for construction the Bristol 41.1 was laid up using layers of solid woven roving and polyester resin. The ballast weighting in at 10,500 pounds of lead was encapsulated inside the fiberglass keel section. On deck notable are the copious teak touchings that compose the railing, coamings, and trim and highlight her sweet style. Down below, her joinery work is a mix of teak and Honduras mahogany.

The prime attraction of these yachts are their spectacular sailing capability. These medium displacement cruisers track very well and handle heavy weather with ease. Lowering the centerboard makes a tremendous difference to windward, allowing the boat to point 10 degrees higher.

Buyers Notes

Interior layouts vary. As noted there are aft and center cockpit deck molds. The center cockpit versions have a full width stateroom aft with either split berths or a full width king. In the main saloon is an L-shaped settee opposite either swivel chairs or a straight settee. All come with a V-berth forward. Along with the 41.1, Bristol produced around 26 hulls out of the same 41.1 mold of an alternate version called the 43.3 which had interior modifications – most notably an island queen berth aft. Instead of the walkthrough galley, the 43.3 has a corner galley arrangement like on the Bristol 45.5.

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» Bristol Owners, Bristol 41.1 » Mitchell, Steve (Good Old Boat), Pearson Yachts History » Wikipedia, Bristol Yachts

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