The original HR 43 has been built in no less than 150 units from August
2001. At the traditional Hallberg-Rassy Open House weekend August 2007
a new updated version, the Hallberg-Rassy 43 Mk II, was presented. The
Hallberg-Rassy 43 represents an evolution of earlier models, especially
the HR 42.
Compared to the earlier design the first thing that becomes apparent is
the relatively longer waterline thus a slender hull. This longer
waterline would bring immediate improvements in speed and
sea-kindliness. The hull construction follows HR current and well
proven practice of building solid bottom layup and cored topsides and
decks for very good results in strength and longevity. Compared with
the 42 the interior layout has been improved, adding a separate shower
on the forward toilet, good headroom in the walk-through to the aft
cabin and overall polishing of details and layouts.
I expect the new HR 43 to become a classic in her
range and style with very good sailing capabilities and volume inside.
Clean uncluttered decks and a well protected cockpit, typical of the HR
Line. - Germán Frers
Model Information and Specifications for the HR 43
Mk II:
LOA:
44' 6" LWL:
38'
7"
Beam:
13' 5"
Draft:
6' 7"
(Also available as a shallow draft version.)
Displacement:
28,000 lbs
Fuel Capacity:
104 US gallon
Water
Capacity:
172 US gallon
Sail Area:
with jib: 1024 sq ft
with furling genoa: 1186 sq ft
