1983 Tartan 42 | 42ft

Step aboard a timeless classic: the 1983 Tartan 43, a yacht that blends performance, comfort, and craftsmanship in one elegant package. Designed by Sparkman & Stephens and built by Tartan Yachts, this vessel is celebrated for its seaworthiness, graceful lines, and enduring build quality. Whether you’re planning bluewater passages or coastal cruising, the Tartan 43 delivers a confident sailing experience with the perfect balance of speed and stability.

• Proven pedigree: Sparkman & Stephens design, renowned for offshore capability and racing heritage.

• Spacious interior: Warm teak joinery, generous salon, and comfortable accommodations for extended voyages.

• Performance rig: Efficient sail plan and responsive helm, ideal for both seasoned sailors and newcomers.

• Durability: Solid fiberglass hull and quality craftsmanship built to last decades.

Owning this Tartan 43 isn’t just about buying a sailboat—it’s about joining a legacy of sailors who value elegance, reliability, and adventure.

Electronics:
Plotter- Garmin 740S
Autopilot CPT and Monitor Windvane
GPS- Garmin- integrated
RADAR Raymarine
Depth Sounder- Raymarine ST 60
Log/Knot Meter- Raymarine ST 60
Wind Direction- Raymarine ST 60 
AIS- ICom MXA 56000

Electrical:
Battery Charger- Xantrex TureCharge 2
Solar Panels- Renology- 900 Watts total
Battery Monitor Victron Smart Solar MPPT- x 2
Alternator Output- 65 Amps

Batteries- House Bank- AGM Lifeline, 4D x 2, Group 27

Sails:
Fully Battened Mainsail- 2019, good condition
Battened Mainsail- 2005- fair condition
Furling Genoa- #2 2021 and 2010- good condition
Lazy Jacks- Dyneema- new in 2024

Winches:
Lewmar #48 x 2 self tailing, 2 speed
Lewmar #40 x 2 self tailing, 2 speed
Lewmar #30 x 2 bit self tailing, 1 speed
Lewmar #16 x 2, not self tailing, 1 speed

Rigging:
ALL NEW RIGGING INSTALLED DECEMBER 2020

INSIDE EQUIPMENT:
Oven- propane, gimbled
Marine Head- Jabsco
Refrigerator and Deep freezer- Nova Kool
Electric Bilge Pump- Rule Mate
Manual Bilge Pump- Integrated
Fresh Watermaker- Spectra Ventura 2000
Fire Extinguishers- Kidde #4
Fireboy- Xintex- GC2 Automatic in Engine Room
High Water Alarm- Bilge Alarm- Audible
CO Detector
Fire Alarms #2
Gas Sniffer #2
LPG Solenoid On/Off switch #1

Outside Equipment:
Cockput Cushions, custom- new in 2025
Swimming Ladder
Cockpit table- Teak and Holly
Outboard Engine Bracket- Integrated

Covers:
Bimini Top- Sunbrella new in 2025
Cockpit Cover- Sunbrella new in 2025
Spray Hood Cover- Sunbrella new in 2025
Mainsail Cover- Sunbrella new in 2021
Genoa Cover- Sunbrella new in 2021
Helm Cover
Instrument Cover
Fender Covers

Tankage:
Fuel- 79 gallons- Aluminum
Water #1- 80 gallons- Aluminum
Water #2- 25 gallons- Plastic
Holding- 19 gallons- Plastic

Ground Tackle:
Anchor #1- Rocna 55 lb on 200 feet of 3/8" chain and 400 feet of 3/4 inch rode
Anchor #2- Danforth 60 lb on 100 feet of 3/8 chain and 250 feet on 5/8 inch rode
Windlass- Lewmar Concept 1- Electric with deck switches, remote control and control from cockpit