New Princess Yachts 43 Flybridge

From her majestic flybridge to her impeccably designed quarters below deck, the Princess F43 motor yacht is an impressive package. Able to reach speeds up to 30 knots, depending on engine selection, the F43 captivates both captain and guests with her superior handling and smooth ride.

The Princess F43 is available with either a twin Volvo Penta D6-435 or twin Cummins QSB6.7-550 engine package. The more powerful Cummins engine enables this superb oceangoing vessel to reach a top speed of 30 knots. Even with all of that power at her command, the F43 never lacks stability and seakeeping prowess.

Beginning on her spacious flybridge, the F43 provides more than ample seating and storage. Along with instruments and controls that mirror those found in the cockpit, the flybridge features a large, U-shaped banquette with a folding teak table in addition to an L-shaped seat that converts to a sun pad. Speakers allow music to flow from the salon below, and a cool box keeps drinks cold and handy.

From the cockpit on the main level, transom gates lead to a swim platform that features a foldaway swim ladder and hot-and-cold shower to rinse off the ocean’s salt after a dip. The platform may be electro-hydraulically raised and lowered with an optional mechanism, and a dinghy chock system is also available.

Triple sliding doors lead from the aft seating area to the cockpit, keeping the adjacent salon cozy and protected from inclement weather. A large, movable sofa, second U-shaped seating, and table unit, and sideboards that can accommodate an optional refrigerator comprise the salon. Large windows surround the entire main deck interior, keeping this space sunny and bright.

The well-appointed galley is tucked below deck but is visible from the cockpit and upper salon, allowing the chef to mingle with pilot and guests while preparing meals. It includes a three-zone gas hob, stainless steel sink, refrigerator/freezer, microwave/convection oven, built-in chopping board and storage areas dedicated to crockery and cutlery, and stairs that lift up to reveal storage and an area set aside for a washer/dryer.

All cabins and baths have operable portholes and 220-volt electrical sockets to plug in necessities (hair dryers, curling irons, etc.) as well as laptops, cell phones, and kids’ games. All furnishings are available in a range of quality fabrics, and oak or optional walnut furniture can have either a satin or high-gloss finish.