1986 Hans Christian 43'
13.11 m
1986 Hans Christian 43' Christina
- 13.11 m
- Diesel
- Sail
- Cutter
1986 Hans Christian Christina
43' (13.11 m) Nirvana
The Hans Christian Christina 43 is a classic bluewater cruiser known for its solid build, traditional lines, and excellent offshore capability. Designed by Scott Sprague, it was built from the mid-1980s to early 1990s and remains a favorite among serious sailors.
Flag of Registry: Virgin Islands (US)
Port of Registry: Saint-Thomas
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1986 Hans Christian 43' Christina
- 13.11 m
- Diesel
- Sail
- Cutter
$ 50,000 USD
$ 68,662 CAD*€ 43,385 Euros*£ 37,158 GBP*
Description
The Hans Christian Christina 43 is a highly respected bluewater cruising yacht known for its solid construction, classic lines, and excellent offshore performance. Designed by Scott Sprague and built by Hans Christian Yachts in Taiwan during the mid-1980s through the early 1990s, the Christina 43 has developed a strong reputation among long-distance cruisers who value both seaworthiness and comfort.
This sailboat measures 43 feet in length overall, with a beam of about 13 feet 4 inches and a draft of approximately 6 feet 5 inches. It has a displacement of roughly 30,640 pounds and carries around 11,000 pounds of ballast, making it a stable and heavy vessel designed for serious ocean passages. The hull is constructed of fiberglass and features a traditional full keel and skeg-hung rudder, characteristics that contribute to its reliable tracking and strong performance in rough conditions. It is cutter-rigged, offering versatility in sail plans that accommodate a wide range of wind conditions.
The interior of the Christina 43 reflects the craftsmanship Hans Christian Yachts is known for, with rich teak joinery and thoughtful layouts designed for comfort at sea. Most versions include two to three cabins, a forward Pullman berth, and an aft stateroom, often with one or two heads and enclosed showers. The salon is spacious and typically features a large dinette and cozy seating areas. The galley, usually arranged in a U-shape, provides generous storage, deep sinks, and modern amenities, supporting life aboard during extended voyages.
Under power, the Christina 43 is typically fitted with a diesel engine in the 60 to 90 horsepower range, enabling cruising speeds around 6 to 8 knots. The sail area is around 823 square feet, allowing for solid performance under sail in various conditions. Many owners have upgraded their vessels with modern navigation systems such as GPS chartplotters, autopilots, radar, and VHF radios. Some also equip their boats with satellite communications for offshore use.
Due to their age, many Christina 43s on the market have been upgraded with new standing rigging, sails, engines, solar panels, lithium batteries, and improved electrical systems. Regular hull maintenance, such as barrier coatings and bottom paint, is also common. These upgrades keep the yacht competitive and reliable for extended offshore use.
The Christina 43 enjoys strong community support, especially among members of the Hans Christian Owners Association. It has proven itself time and again as a capable, liveaboard-friendly cruising yacht with enduring appeal to those who want to explore the world's oceans in a vessel that combines traditional beauty with serious capability.
LOA43'
LOA13.11''
LOD43'
Beam13'
Beam Inch4''
Draft Max Feet6'
Draft Max Inch6''
Draft Min Feet6'
Draft Min Inch6''
Head Room Feet6'
Head Room Inch4''
Bridge Clearance Feet48'
Bridge Clearance Inch9''
TypeSail
ConditionUsed
Specifications
Nirvana
XSA4301G686
Sail-Used
1986
13'4"
35'9"
6'6"
6'6"
2
6'4"
2
7 Knots
7 Knots
475
Diesel
Fiberglass
Monohull
48'9"
30640
Engines
Engine 1
- Engine Make: Beta Marine
- ModelEngine Model: Beta 60
- YearEngine Year: 2016
- Engine TypeEngine Type: Inboard/Outboard
- Drive TypeDrive Type: Direct
- Power HPPower HP: 60.00
- Power KWPower KW: 44.74
- Feul TypeFeul Type: Diesel
- HoursHours: 2647.00
- Engine LocationEngine Location: Middle
- Serial NumberSerial Number: 7FJ5146
Generators
Generator 1
- Generator Make: Ryobi
- Generator KW: 2000.00
- Generator Hours: 145
Full Details
Additional Information
Accommodation
- (2) Spacious cabins to port and starboard of companionway with queen beds
- Storage throughout
- Fully equipped open concept galley to port
- Saloon and interior cabinetry are finished in teak and are varnished.
- Forward owner’s head with Raritan
- Manual fresh water flush toilet
- Washbasin with brass period faucet and a shower
- Forward berth is elevated and offset to the port side
- The starboard side of the cabin has storage closets
- Stateroom in main saloon with table to port
- Large “C” shaped settee with custom cushions
- Large head in forward v-berth area
Interior Comforts and Amenities
- Gimbaled Dickinson marine (2) burner stove
- Stainless steel double sink
- Gas stove
- Hot and cold water
- Refrigerator
- Water pump
- Vented propane locker
- Fume detector
- Retractable cockpit table
- Smoke detector
- (8) USCG Type 1 Life Jackets
- (1) USCG Type 1 Life Jackets - Child
- (12) Snorkel sets
- (2) Linens and pillows for 2 beds
- (10) Towels
- (2) Cotton blankets
- (1) X-large yeti cooler
- (4) Silicone 16oz cups
- (6) Melamine bowls
- (6) Melamine 11 dinner plates
- Other various cups and bowls
- (1) Large ryobi fan
- Shower sump box with a Rule 750gph pump and float switch
- Manual bildge pump
Electronics and Navigation
- Standard Horizon Eclipse VHF radio
Cockpit & Helm pedestal:
- Raymarine ST60+ series instruments for wind, speed and depth
- Raymarine ST6000+ autopilot
- Garmin GPSMAP 741XS colour plotter
- Ritchie magnetic binnacle compass
- Engine panel
- Chart Plotter
- Depth Sounder
- GPS
- Raymarine Autopilot
- Magnum inverter/charger 2017
- 360watts solar on davits 2020
- New Raymarine Auto pilot 2023
- Garmin 7” GPS/chartplotter 2020
Electrical Systems
- Magna Sine 110vAC 12vDC battery charger and inverter
- (4) motive T-105 Marine house batteries
- Battery charger
- (4) Electric rule bilge pump
- Shore power cord
- Solar charger
- Solar panels
- Tricolour mast headlight
- Top load fridge/freezer
Deck and Hull Equipment
- Cockpit cushions
- EPIRB
- Emergency steering
- Emergency tiller
- (5) Fenders
- (3) Fire extinguishers
- USCG required safety package
- Gas detectors
- Life lines
- 50 Pounds CQR anchor
- 40 Pound Danforth anchor
- 100 Feet of 5/8 chain
- (2) Winch handles
- Wooden steering wheel
Sails and Rigging
- Standing
- Running rigging
- Head sail
- Storm jib
- Boom vang
- Doyle fully battened main sail 2017
- Stack pack 2022
- (2) Barient 17 self tailing winch
- (2) Barient 32 self tailing winches
- (1) Lewmar 44 electric winch
- (1) Lewmar self tailing winch
- Lewmar maine sheet halyard traveler
Mechanical Equipment
- Dinghy davits
- Dinghy lift
- Swim ladder
- New alternator 2023
- New engine battery 2023
- New starter motor 2023
- New oil sensor 2023
- New fresh water pump 2023
- New heat exchanger 2022
- New prop shaft and coupling 2022
- New drip less seal 2022
- New cutlass 2021
Mast sails and rigging:
- Rigging replaced 2021
- Head sail Rolly Tasker 2019
- Max folding prop
Engine Info
- Main Engine: Beta Marine 4 Cylinder Diesel
- Model: K34623
- Year: 2016 (installed)
- Ser No.: 7FJ5146
- Hours: 2647.0hrs.
- Rated: 60hp@2,700rpm
Tankage
- (2) Rectangular stainless-steel diesel tanks
- Approximately 120-gallons located under each of the aft cabin berths
Owners Comments and Boat History
- Vessel was used as a day charter boat
- The website and business comes with the boat at no additional costs
- The boat has run a successful charter business in the US Virgin Islands for years
- This boat has been looked after by all its prior owners
Disclaimer
The company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change or withdrawal without notice.
Contact
For more information about this yacht, please contact Ocean Petersen We look forward to working with you!
For more information about this yacht, please contact Ocean Petersen. We look forward to working with you!
For more information about this yacht, please contact Ocean Petersen.
