Hans Christian 43 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Harwood Ives·1974 – 1992·~130 hulls·Hans Christian Yachts
Hans Christian 43 drawingBuilder drawing
Hull type
Monohull · full
Rig
Ketch
LOA
42.62' · 12.99 m
Displ.
31,500 lbs · 14,288 kg
First year
1974

The Hans Christian 43, designed by Harwood Ives, stands as a definitive example of the "traditional" cruising aesthetic that dominated the bluewater sailing scene in the late 1970s and 1980s. Built primarily at the Hansa Yachts shipyard in Taiwan, the 43 was conceived as a heavydisplacement, goanywhere voyager for sailors who prioritized safety, comfort, and timeless lines over racing performance. With its signature clipper bow, substantial bowsprit, and heavy use of exterior teak, the Hans Christian 43 is often described as a "shorthanded sailor's tank," capable of maintaining momentum in heavy seas that would stall lighter, modern production boats. The model is part of a lineage that includes the Hans Christian 33 and 38, but the 43 offers a significant leap in internal volume and waterline length, making it a preferred choice for longterm liveaboards and circumnavigators.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 164,450
Ask, not sold · 24 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
9
24 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
+21.6%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
6
United States (42.9%) · Turkey (23.8%) · Mexico (14.3%)

Recent Listings

17 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Where they're listed

Hans Christian 43 listings span 6 countries. United States leads with 9 listings (42.9%), followed by Turkey and Mexico.

Median ask by country
USD · past 12 months
Share of listings
Count · past 12 months

Country breakdown

21 listings · 6 countries
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
United States$ 149,0009142.9%
Turkey$ 208,2765423.8%
Mexico$ 89,0003114.3%
Australia$ 79,527209.5%
Greece$ 208,276104.8%
Netherlands$ 179,900114.8%

Comparable models

Similar length overall, displacement, and era. Click a row to jump to that model's market page.

Peer cross-shop

11 designs · same segment
ModelLOAMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 d
Hallberg-Rassy 43 Mk I44.52'$ 383,3913219
SLOCUM 4342.5'$ 105,0002810
Hans Christian 43You are here$ 164,450249
Hans Christian 38T49.02'$ 84,950222
Hans Christian 3332.75'$ 122,500169
Hallberg-Rassy 5353.94'$ 439,500167
Swan 4342.78'$ 93,084154
Hans Christian 38 Mk II46'$ 80,000112
Mason 4343.83'$ 79,900115
Hans Christian 4847.83'$ 250,75984
Contest 4342.65'$ 190,82386

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Hans Christian 43 cost?+
The median asking price for a used Hans Christian 43 over the past 12 months is $164,450. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Hans Christian 43 sailboats are for sale?+
9 Hans Christian 43 listings have gone live in the last 90 days, and 24 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Hans Christian 43 prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Hans Christian 43 has increased by 21.6% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month median.
04Where are Hans Christian 43 sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Hans Christian 43 listings over the past 12 months are United States (42.9%), Turkey (23.8%), Mexico (14.3%).
05Do Hans Christian 43 listings get price reductions?+
About 67% of Hans Christian 43 listings have had a price reduction, with an average discount of 23.0% off the original ask. A listing that has been on the market more than 90 days without a reduction usually signals the seller is not motivated.
06What should I look at instead of a Hans Christian 43?+
Comparable models include Hallberg-Rassy 43 Mk I, SLOCUM 43, Hans Christian 38T. See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.