Franchini 43L Decksaloon

Portland Marina, United Kingdom200113.2m
Asking Price
$74,950 GBP
MakeFranchini
Model43L Decksaloon
Year2001
Length13.2m3.98m beam
FuelDiesel420L tank
Cabins36 berths

Overview

About this vessel

The Franchini 43L Decksaloon is a refined Italian-built sailing yacht that blends performance, comfort, and elegant design. Known for its distinctive deck saloon layout, it features raised panoramic windows that flood the interior with natural light, creating an open, airy living space with excellent visibility from the saloon. Built with high-quality materials and attention to detail, the 43L offers a balanced sailing experience 97stable and capable offshore, yet responsive under sail. Below deck, the boat has a well-appointed galley, three spacious cabins including a forward master cabin with ensuite heads, and a thoughtfully designed layout suited for extended cruising. She is easily managed from the large well laid out cockpit. She has a large lazarette to port with ample storage. Further aft is another large lazarette followed by the stern swim platform. Franchini is an Italian yachtbuilder known for over 50 years of building quality sailing yachts. These vessels are manufactured to the highest ISO standards and Design Standards Category A, Offshore Ocean.

Berth at Portland Marina is available for the new owner to continue.

Specifications

The details

Vessel
MakeFranchini
Model43L Decksaloon
Year2001
Dimensions
Length overall13.2m
Beam3.98m
Draft1.9m
Accommodation
Cabins3
Berths6
Heads2
Engine & Fuel
Engine makeYanmar
Engine model4JH3-HTE
Engine count1
Drive typeShaft
Fuel typeDiesel
Fuel tankage420L

Features

On board

Yanmar 4JH3-HTE inboard diesel engine
Serviced annually by the owners, most recently in late 2025
Shaft drive
3-blade propellor
Cutlass bearing and sure seals replaced 2024
Wheel steering
Cruising speed of 7 knots
Honda 2kw generator
Eberspacher diesel heating
Fuel - 420 litres
Fresh Water - 750 litres
2x AGM batteries (Both replaced within the last couple of years)
2x 220amp AGM batteries (New 2014)
Sterling Smart 30A Battery Charger
Sterling battery monitor system
Solar panel
Sterling 2KW inverter
Shore power inlet and lead
Sloop rig
The standing rigging is over 10 years old
Mainsail cover
Aluminium mast
Mainsail
Furling genoa
Cruising chute
Headsail (New 2021)
Raymarine C80 Chartplotter/Radar
Raymarine C90 Chartplotter
Ritichie compass
Raymarine C140 Multi-function display
Raymarine ST60 Wind, Depth & Speed
Standard Horizon GX2100 AIS VHF radio
iCom Class B AIS transponder MA-500TA
Handheld VHF radio
Mooring lines
Fenders
Teak swim ladder
Mast steps
Avon dinghy and 2.5hp outboard
Lofrans electric anchor windlass
Sprayhood
Bruce anchor and chain
Cockpit table
Boathook
Helm position cover
Electric bilge pump
Epirb
Carbon monoxide alarm
Fire extinguishers
"Bethany" has six berths in three cabins, teak and holly flooring throughout.
Forward Master Cabin with Ensuite
Large double berth (Cushions currently in storage at owners house)
Hanging wardrobes
Shelving
Deck hatch
En suite heads with Jabsco toilet, washbasin and pull out shower
Midships Guest Cabin
Double berth
Storage wardrobe
Under-bed storage
Heads
Jabsco toilet
Washbasin
Pull out shower
Storage cupboards
Galley
Stainless steel sink
Pacific 4500 two-burner stainless cooker and oven
12v fridge
Storage cupboards and drawers
Saloon
U-shaped seating area to port with adjustable table
Forward facing chart table
Clock and barometer
Aft Cabin
Two single berths (Cushions currently in storage at owners house)
Storage wardrobe
GRP hull and teak laid deck
Antifouled and anodes replaced 2025

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