The Ted Hood-designed Hinckley 43 sailboats were built by Hinckley Yachts from 1976 to 1981. Hull #1 was launched in 1976, and a total of 18 hulls were produced during this period.
These yachts are known for their keel-centerboard design, offering a shallow draft of approximately 4’4″ with the centerboard up and a deeper draft of about 11’6″ when lowered, making them versatile for both coastal cruising and offshore sailing .
It’s worth noting that in 1979, Hinckley introduced a modified version of this model, often referred to as the Hinckley 43 (Hood)-2, which featured slight design adjustments
Ted Hood
1976-1981
33
28,000 lbs
18
43
12.3
