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Semi-custom 43-foot monohull aft-cockpit fiberglasssloop with pilothouse option from Alden Yachts. Designed by Niels Helleberg at John G. Alden Naval Arthitects. Built in the USA. Also called the Alden 45. 43/45 length change is function of transom choice.

Specifications for the Alden 43

LOA	43.2 ft.	LOD	43.2 ft.
LWL	34.5 ft.	Beam	12.5 ft.
Draft	7.4 ft.	DraftMin	6.0 ft.
Displaces	23,000 lbs.	Ballast	10,000 lbs.
Sail Area	915.0 sq. ft.

D/L	250	B/D	43 %	SA/D	18.1
Comfort	31.6	Capsize	1.76	L/B	3.5

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Alden 43/45 - boat review

[Article]
Boat Review By Bob Perry

Design review of 43- or 45-foot sloop. The author, a yacht designer, looks at the design on paper, with comments on aesthetics and design technique.

[Boats.com, August 1992]
- The Alden 43/45

Alden 43/45 - boat review

[Article]
Overview By Chris Caswell

Review of 43-foot offshore racer/cruiser. Photo.

[Boats.com, January 1993]
- The Alden 43/45

Alden Yachts

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Boatbuilder

Builder of Alden cruising/racing yachts from 43 to 78 feet. Also builds custom yachts, including the Alden 43/45.

- The Alden 43

John G. Alden Design Office

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Custom yacht designers since 1909. Most recent designs have been 50 to 127 feet in length, built by the top yacht yards worldwide, many in aluminum.

- Alden's website
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John G. Alden Design Office

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Yacht Designers

Custom yacht designers since 1909. Most recent designs have been 50 to 127 feet in length, built by the top yacht yards worldwide, many in aluminum.

- Alden's website
- See recent Alden designs

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