Chris Craft Roamer 43-Test
Yacht · 43 ft (13 m) · Italy
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Technische Daten
- Werft
- Chris Craft
- Modell
- Roamer 43
- Länge
- 43 ft (13 m)
- Gäste
- 4
- Kabinen
- 2
Urteil
The Chris-Craft Roamer 43 is a capable 43-foot diesel cruiser with a classic profile, strong twin-engine performance, and a practical two-cabin, two-head layout. Its main tradeoffs are age, fuel burn, and a value proposition that depends heavily on condition and maintenance history.
Vorteile
- +Deep-V hull and 14 ft beam improve ride stability and interior volume
- +Twin 480 hp Volvo Penta diesels deliver strong cruise performance
- +Two private cabins with two heads suit cruising couples or two families
- +400-gallon fuel capacity supports longer-range passagemaking
- +Air conditioning, Wi-Fi, autopilot, and GPS add useful cruising equipment
Nachteile
- −Fuel capacity and diesel setup favor range over efficiency
- −Older 2003 build means condition and upkeep matter greatly
- −Accommodation is comfortable but not large by modern 43-foot standards
- −Listed capacity is only 3 persons by load spec despite 4 berths
The Roamer 43 combines a traditional Chris-Craft look with a practical fiberglass cruiser layout. At 43'6" overall, 14' beam, and about 27,000 lb, it sits in the solid, moderate-displacement class rather than the lightweight express-cruiser segment. The deep-V hull and 20-degree transom deadrise point to a design aimed at steady offshore cruising rather than shallow-water lounging.
On the water, twin 480 hp Volvo Penta diesels give the boat a strong power-to-weight balance for its size. Public test data places cruise and top-end performance in the low-30-knot neighborhood, which is competitive for a yacht of this era and layout. Handling should be predictable and secure, with the beam and hull form helping tracking and comfort in chop, though buyers should expect diesel-maintenance costs and plan for regular mechanical attention.
Inside, the two-cabin, two-head arrangement is a major strength for a 43-footer, especially for owners who want private overnight spaces. The listed berth arrangement can reach four with the optional filler, but the official load spec is more conservative at three persons. Air conditioning, Wi-Fi, autopilot, GPS, and a 95-gallon water system make it workable for extended weekends or short cruising trips.
Value is mixed: the model offers genuine cruising capability, good range from the 400-gallon tank, and a livable layout, but age and upkeep dominate the buying case. It appeals most to buyers who want a well-built classic motor yacht and are prepared to judge each individual boat on condition, service records, and equipment rather than brochure appeal.
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