Cruising-racing sailboat X-43

3-cabinwith center cockpitwith bowsprit

This was another trendsetter for the marine industry and represented the start of a new generation of yacht design. Her hull lines were created by a pure downscaling of the stunning IMX 45. The X-43 was smoother, heavier and stiffer than the competition. All the boats were fractionally rigged and all featured built-in hull portlights. Production Years: 2003 — 2010 Number Built: 169 The cockpit layout will appeal to the cruising family and the racing crew alike. The steering System utilising needle roller bearings, and a direct connection to the rudder, results in making the X-43 feel smooth and responsive on the helm. She accelerates quickly in light airs and remains stiff in a breeze, making her a comfortable, effortless yacht to sail. Features that contribute to this include a long mainsheet traveller which runs low down in the cockpit. The double-ended mainsheet System is led back to either side of the cockpit under the side decks, while the halyards and other associ-ated control lines are led under the coachroof and then back to halyard winches either side of the companionway hatch. Another handy detail is the integrated sprayhood. ELEGANT DESIGN FEATURES X-Yachts' designers hâve spent a great deal of time working on details that at a first glance are not évident. Details such as the recessed seals on lockers, clever and practical door restraints, high-quality seals on the fridge, stainless Steel hinges and non-slip élégant looking flooring are a few examples. The interior quality is of usual high X-Yachts standard using the finest teak veneers and with superior finishing throughout.