Saga Yachts
Klacko was proud to be the OEM metal hardware supplier for the Saga 35, 43, 48 and 409. We actively work with the Yahoo Saga Owners group to give advice and provide OEM solutions. We are able to reproduce or refurbish most metal hardware on your Saga Marine Yacht. The Radar arch on the Saga line of yachts is a pioneer in utilizing swing arm davits for safe and secure dinghy lifting. The arch also allows space to accomodate solar panels, wind turbines and various GPS, VHF and AIS electronic antennas in a clean and minimalist package.
In moderate 15-knot breezes, the Saga 43 will do an honest 7.5 knots beating to weather with the full main and self-tacking jib. Crack off to a beam reach, furl up the jib, unfurl the genoa and you can expect to see speeds around 10 knots. The helm is light and well balanced
The Saga 43 is a well-regarded masthead sloop designed by Robert Perry and built by Saga Yachts in Canada. Here are some key specifications and performance indicators for the Saga 43:
- Length Overall (LOA): 43’3″ (13.2m)1
- Waterline Length (LWL): 38’11″ (11.9m)1
- Beam: 12’0″ (3.7m)1
- Draft: 6’3″ (1.9m) with options for shoal draft versions2
- Displacement: 19,842 lb (9,000 kg)1
- Ballast: 7,800 lb (3,538 kg)3
- Sail Area/Displacement Ratio: 20.9, indicating good performance potential1
- Ballast/Displacement Ratio: 39.3, suggesting the boat is stiff and has good righting capability1
- Displacement/Length Ratio: 150, classifying it as a light displacement sailboat1
- Comfort Ratio: 27.9, indicating moderate stability and comfort for coastal cruising1
- Capsize Screening Formula (CSF): 1.8, making it a safer choice for ocean passages1
- Hull Material: GRP (Glass Reinforced Plastic)1
- Fuel Capacity: 75 gallons3
- Water Capacity: 130 gallons3
The Saga 43 is known for its fine entry and beam carried well forward, which provides a long waterline for increased speed and interior volume. It’s a fast and efficient cruiser that can handle bluewater sailing, combining speed, comfort, and function in a sleek package. The boat’s short bowsprit is ideal for the Solent Rig, and it was first launched in 1996 with a total of 55 units built