The Hans Christian 43, designed by Harwood Ives, stands as a definitive example of the "traditional" cruising aesthetic that dominated the blue-water sailing scene in the late 1970s and 1980s. Built primarily at the Hansa Yachts shipyard in Taiwan, the 43 was conceived as a heavy-displacement, go-anywhere 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 long-term liveaboards and circumnavigators.
Hans Christian 43 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Hans Christian
- Model
- 43
- Builder
- Hans Christian Yachts
- Designer
- Harwood Ives
- Number Built
- 130
- Production Year(s)
- 1974 - 1992
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| Source | Year | Make | Model | Price | Cabins | Heads | City | Country | Listing Date | |
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Market Overview
Price & Volume Trends
Monthly breakdown
| Month | Listings | Median Asking Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 2025 | 2 | $150,000 |
| May 2025 | 1 | $234,437 |
| Jun 2025 | 1 | $149,000 |
| Sep 2025 | 6 | $91,950 |
| Nov 2025 | 4 | $199,900 |
| Jan 2026 | 3 | $89,000 |
| Apr 2026 | 2 | $210,875 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
Price Reduction Insights
50.0% of listings have had price reductions
Average discount: 19.9% off original price
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Slocum 43 | 42.5' | $124,500 | 26 | 6 |
| Hans Christian 38T | 49.02' | $84,925 | 24 | 4 |
| Hallberg-Rassy 43 Mk I | 44.52' | $391,046 | 20 | 6 |
| Hans Christian 43 | $199,900 | 17 | 2 | |
| Swan 43 | 42.78' | $105,000 | 15 | 6 |
| Hans Christian 33 | 32.75' | $120,000 | 13 | 7 |
| Hans Christian 38 Mk II | 46' | $80,000 | 11 | 4 |
| Mason 43 | 43.83' | $79,900 | 8 | 4 |
| Hans Christian 48 | 47.83' | $259,000 | 7 | 3 |
| Contest 43 | 42.65' | $193,204 | 7 | 4 |
| Hans Christian 34 | 34' | $85,504 | 3 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $174,450 | 8 | 0 |
| Turkey | $210,875 | 4 | 2 |
| Australia | $79,458 | 2 | 0 |
| Mexico | $89,000 | 2 | 0 |
| Greece | $210,875 | 1 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Hans Christian 43 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Hans Christian 43 over the past 12 months is $199,900. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Hans Christian 43 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 17 Hans Christian 43 listings over the past 12 months, with 2 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Hans Christian 43 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Hans Christian 43 has increased by 5.49% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Hans Christian 43?
- Australia currently has the lowest median asking price at $79,458, while Greece is the most expensive at $210,875 — a 165% difference.
- Do Hans Christian 43 listings get price reductions?
- About 50% of Hans Christian 43 listings have had their price reduced, with an average discount of 19.9% off the original asking price.
- What are similar sailboats to the Hans Christian 43?
- Comparable models include the Slocum 43, Hans Christian 38T, Hallberg-Rassy 43 Mk I. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.