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- Beam: 13' 6''
- Hull Material: Fiberglass
- Max Draft: 5' 9''
- Displacement: 21,800 lb
- Fuel Tank: 1 x 50|gallon
- Fresh Water: 1 x 100|gallon
- Holding: 1 x 24|gallon
- Heads: 1
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2008 Tartan 4300 Two Cabins, Two Heads
Solar, Watermaker, Lithium Batteries, AC 1600 BTU
BORN IN THE USA!
“Rio” is a spacious 43’ monohull designed by Tim Jackett and built at Tartan Yachts located in Painesville, Ohio, USA. Unlike a lot of boat designers, Tim Jackett is an active sailor / racer and has been since he was a kid. He started working for Tartan Yachts out of college and has been there ever since – going on 50 years!
Why is this important? Who cares? Right? Wrong! This shows the commitment, integrity and craftmanship maintained over the years with Tartan Yachts and, yes, they are still in business today (since 1951).
Now, about Rio, first of all, this boat is made out of vacuum bagged, two-part epoxy laminate. This makes her light weight and impervious to osmosis. THEN add carbon fiber rigs and parts. What? Yea, the Tartan 4300 was engineered to perform!
The streamlined low coach roof adds to the performance as well as classic lines that gets heads turning in any marina. The self-tacking jib makes cruising easy in addition to all lines leading back to the cockpit. The current and only owner sailed her around the world mostly single-handed. The decks are uncluttered with a deep, secure cockpit area.
When I first stepped on board Rio I was impressed. The interior cabin area is very spacious for a 43’ boat. Aside from the amazing rum collection, my first thought was “elegant”. It was like you go below and “Ahh!” – a great escape for the crazy world outside. The navigation station is tucked into the corner with a comfy adult-size chair. (Most boats have a tiny stool that swings out.) This would make a great office space as it’s out of the way of traffic.
The U-shaped galley is one of the most efficient I have ever seen. The solid molded double sink is on an island-ish cabinet facing the aisle where you have access to both sides. It also has a versatile pull-out faucet, handy for rinsing dishes. The fridge is a convenient top loading AND front-loading model. There is also a separate top loading efficient freezer. There is plenty of counter space, cabinets and ventilation. I love this galley!
The cream colored Utra-Leather upholstery compliments the cherry finish cabinetry and enhances the roomy feel. A wide, flat screen tv adds to the entertainment esthetics of the saloon area. Dimmable light switches allow for warm, ambient light. Dining for eight? Yes, please!
Each cabin has it’s own electric fresh water head which eliminates odors! The forward owner’s cabin has a semi-island style queen bed, and a flat screen tv with Bose speakers. There is a seating area and hanging lockers. The aft cabin has a double bed with lots of storage space.
Included is a nine foot AB aluminum bottom rib with engine and custom covers.
The value of a boat is based on condition and upkeep. If you have been in the market for awhile and have looked at a few boats, you will quickly realize the Rio is a well-cared for yacht.
Rio was originally purchased by her owner brand new from the factory. She has been around the world and is currently sailing around the tropical islands of the Caribbean. She is located in Grenada which has some of the best sailing in the world. Tim designed this boat with comfort and cruising in mind.
*** New headsails from North Sails! March 2025
Rio – Tartan quality built for optimal cruising performance in a classic style.
Compare to SOLD boats within the last year:
29 Mar 2023, 2009 Tartan 4300 SOLD for 339,000 USD
3 Feb 2023 2009 Tartan 4300 SOLD for $389,900 USD
As you can see, Rio is a BARGAIN! The owner wants her SOLD so he can move on to new adventures.
This listing is courtesy of the BoatWizard MLS and may be centrally listed withanother broker. It is offered as a convenience by this broker/dealer to its clients and is not intended to convey representation of a particular vessel.
Denison Yacht Sales offers the details of this yacht in good faith but can’t guarantee the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of this boat for sale. This yacht for sale is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal from that yacht market without notice. She is offered as a convenience by this yacht broker to its clients and is not intended to convey direct representation of a specific yacht for sale.
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On the surface, the 4300 has all the design elements of classic American yacht design. Graceful sheerline, balanced overhangs, complimentary low coach roof, sweeping cockpit coamings and thoughtful convenience details on deck all give the 4300 a very classic profile. However, built within these stylish good looks are elements that take full advantage of Tartan's advanced construction practices providing excellent performance that is realized with minimum effort. A long and lean hull is fit with a choice of low CG keels designed for great stability and sail carrying ability, and a carbon mast and "Pocket Boom" that are extremely stiff and strong. Tartan's overall commitment to advancing the art of yacht construction allows an opulent interior while still maintaining impressive performance numbers. Her weight control results in a center of gravity that is lower than most cruising boats, improving performance and handling characteristics, even when loaded for extended passages. A modern classic in the making, the Tartan 4300 promises to be a head turner in any harbor.
The Tartan 4300 has been designed with Tartan's Cruise Control Rig; key features are a double spreader tapered carbon mast, self-tacking 100% jib, Her carbon rig is lighter, stiffer and stronger than aluminum; the weight savings aloft provide the stability equivalent of (5) 200 lb crewmembers on the rail. Upwind sailing is made easy by single sheet trimming for the jib, tacking is as easy as a turn of the wheel, the jib tends to itself and with the traveler mounted on the hardtop, the main is free and clear from the cockpit. Offwind, roll up the self-tacker and unfurl the lightweight masthead reacher and the 4300 is canvassed for powerful reaching and downwind sailing. When its time to head for the harbor, the headsails are neatly rolled on the Harken furlers and the mainsail is conveniently dropped into the Pocket Boom and stowed with a zip of the sail cover, no sail ties needed, no muss or fuss. Simply stated, the Tartan 4300 makes performance cruising easy.
The Tartan tradition of offering unmatched interior comfort is expanded in the Tartan 4300. Choose from layout plans with two or three cabins to meet your cruising family needs. Both feature a forward owners stateroom with a queen size double ?island? berth for easy access and extensive lockers and storage for extended time aboard. The forward head is accessed from this stateroom. The center of the boat has a large main cabin area with plush seating, entertainment locker and plenty of storage in varnished cherry cabinetry. The galley is fully equipped for preparing meals dockside or underway. A full forward facing nav station with electrical controls and nav locker to house a full array of navigation equipment rounds out the central living areas. Aft the 4300 can be fit with either a single cabin or split aft cabin providing private accommodations for 3 couples. Finish throughout is varnished cherry cabinetry and trim, and a varnished teak and holly sole, the 4300 surrounds her owner with opulent comfort.
The hull design of the 4300 continues the Tartan trend of long waterline, slippery entry forward, full and flat aft quarters and carefully sculpted balanced volume to produce a yacht that is easily driven and powerful for maximum performance. Her long waterline length relative to over-all length provides a high theoretical hull speed and the full aft sections allow the 4300 to surf and extend her sailing and motoring length to provide fast and exhilarating passage making. By maintaining balanced volume in the hull, the 4300 heals predictably and evenly, unlike many extreme designs that develop bad manners under difficult conditions. Through optimized hull design the 4300 will extend your daily range, expanding the possibilities for weekend cruising and offering long daily passages offshore. Safety and comfort aboard require a thoughtfully designed deck and cockpit and as with past Tartans, the 4300 will excel in this area.Visibility, wide and uncluttered sidedecks, and a deep and secure cockpit are essential elements of the 4300. Additionally, the Tartan 4300 deck offers an abundance of ventilation through 14 opening portlights, 6 deck hatches and 4 dorade vents.A hardtop dodger is available, with the traveler mounted clear of the cockpit and coachroof. 27? lifelines, extended bow and stern rails and handrails with in easy reach offer on deck security and comfort. A convenient walk through transom with platform provides access for swimming or for stern boarding from a dinghy. The 4300 is fit with the best hardware from the best suppliers in the industry to assure that lines run free and easy. Trimmed with just the right amount of exterior teak, the 4300 is classic without being a burdensome taskmaster.
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