Twin Volvo IPS500 POD Drives
Twin Volvo IPS500 POD drives with joystick steering deliver confident maneuvering in all conditions — efficient, quiet and powerful.
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R-43 CB
A 43-foot Command Bridge cruiser with twin Volvo IPS drives, joystick steering, a 22" Garmin suite and seating for 12 — built for extended cruising and entertaining.
A 43-foot Command Bridge cruiser with twin Volvo IPS drives, joystick steering, a 22" Garmin suite and seating for 12 — built for extended cruising and entertaining.
The R-43 Command Bridge is thoughtfully equipped with many innovative features that will make your life on the water stress free and fun like it's supposed to be. Designed and built by hand in the USA, the R-43 CB will turn heads and collect fans everywhere you go. The heart of the R-43 Command Bridge is its spacious, light-filled salon; with a conversational layout and seating for 12, you'll make a lifetime's worth of memories with friends and family in this warm, inviting space. With two private staterooms, each with en suite head and shower, there's plenty of room to comfortably entertain guests. You'll feel confident in all conditions with twin Volvo IPS drives, joystick steering, and a state of the art 22" Garmin navigation suite with chartplotter, AIS, autopilot, and radar. Add even more control with available gyroscope stabilization, Sionyx pan and tilt thermal camera, and Dynamic Positioning.
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Command Bridge.
Luxury Cruiser.
46' 9"
LOA (Rigged)
14'
Beam
42"
Draft
300 gal.
Fuel
Volvo Twin IPS500
POD Drives
This Model Is Equipped With
Command Bridge Cruiser
Twin Volvo IPS500 POD drives, joystick steering at three stations and a 22" Garmin navigation suite combine in a 43' command-bridge cruiser with two en-suite staterooms and seating for 12.
- 01Twin Volvo IPS500
- 02Two En-Suite Staterooms
- 03Seating for 12
- 04Command Bridge
Key Benefits
05 Advantages205 sq. ft. Command Bridge
A spacious command bridge with wraparound seating for eight, electric grill, refrigerator, sink and davit lift — the ultimate entertaining space with a view.
Two Private Staterooms, Two Heads
A forward island berth and a midship stateroom, each with en-suite head and shower, give guests and owners genuine privacy on extended cruises.
22" Garmin Navigation Suite
A state-of-the-art 22" Garmin helm with chartplotter, AIS, autopilot and Fantom radar centralizes every navigation data point at your fingertips.
Open-Concept Salon for 12
A light-filled salon with conversational layout and seating for 12 makes the R-43 CB a true entertainer — warm, inviting and built for gatherings.
Performance
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Twin Volvo IPS500 POD Drives
Twin Volvo IPS500 POD drives deliver powerful, efficient propulsion with joystick control for confident handling in tight marinas and open water alike.
Joystick Steering
Joystick steering at the helm, cockpit and command bridge puts intuitive, fingertip control within reach from any station on board.
Electric Trim Tabs
Electric trim tabs dial in the running attitude for an efficient, level and comfortable ride across the full speed range.
Dynamic Positioning Ready
Optional Dynamic Positioning holds the boat in place against wind and current — ideal for waiting on bridges, fuel docks or fishing spots.
Command Bridge
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205 sq. ft. Command Bridge
The R-43 CB features a 205 square foot command bridge accessed via a staircase with handrail — an expansive upper entertaining deck with panoramic views.
Seating for Eight
Wraparound bench seating for eight and a removable table turn the bridge into the social heart of the boat — happy hour with a horizon view.
Bridge Galley & Grill
A command bridge refrigerator, electric grill, sink and counter space let you prep, serve and entertain upstairs without ever going below.
Dinghy Davit with Electric Winch
A davit lift with electric winch on the command bridge makes stowing and deploying your tender effortless — explore more, hassle less.
Deck & Cockpit
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Oversized Swim Platform
An oversized swim platform with latched transom doors makes boarding safe and easy from any dock — or the water.
Starboard Dive Door
A starboard dive door provides safe, easy access to the covered cockpit from any dock — ideal for divers, swimmers and pets.
Glass Pass-Through Window
An opening glass pass-through window connects the galley and cockpit, creating an open, social area for entertaining and gathering.
Rotating Transom Seats & Tables
Innovative transom seats and tables rotate into multiple configurations — lounge, dine, or stow depending on your plans.
Cockpit Amenities
An icemaker, sink, Fusion stereo control and joystick steering station in the cockpit keep everything you need within arm's reach.
Accommodations
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Forward Island Berth with En-Suite Head
A private forward stateroom with island berth and en-suite head with shower — a true owner's retreat for extended cruising.
Midship Stateroom with En-Suite Head
A second private stateroom with its own en-suite head and shower gives guests real privacy — two staterooms, two heads, no compromises.
Convertible Dinette
A dinette that seats six converts into an additional berth, putting the salon to work at anchor as well as it does underway.
Full-Size Washer & Dryer
A full-size clothes washer and dryer mean you can live aboard just like you do at home — fresh linens and dry towels, always.
Climate Control & Skylights
Three-zone climate control, atrium skylights, solar-reflective pilothouse hatches and stateroom hatches keep the cabin comfortable and bright.
Galley & Helm
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Full-Size Galley
A spacious galley with 3-burner stove and oven, double-basin sink, microwave, multiple refrigerators, butcher block and in-floor pantry — live and entertain just like home.
22" Garmin Navigation Suite
A 22" Garmin helm with GPS, sonar, Fantom 24x radar, AIS transmit/receive, autopilot, color engine display and digital fuel flow — every data point at a glance.
Sliding Helm Door
A sliding helm door puts the captain on the side deck in a step — quick bow access for line handling without leaving the helm for long.
Fusion Multi-Zone Stereo
A Fusion multi-zone stereo, indirect cabin lighting, LED courtesy lights and TVs in salon and stateroom set the mood from sunrise to sundown.
Power & Systems
06 / 07Diesel Generator & Inverter
A diesel generator, inverter, battery charger and AC/DC electrical panels deliver real off-grid endurance for extended time at anchor.
440W Bi-Facial Solar
Two 220W bi-facial solar panels keep the house bank topped up between marinas — quiet, renewable power from sunrise to sundown.
Smart Plug Shorepower
A Smart Plug inlet and 50 amp shorepower cord make connecting at the dock fast, safe and reliable.
Starlink Ready
Starlink-ready wiring means high-speed internet at anchor or underway — stay connected wherever the water takes you.
Notable Options
07 / 07Gyroscope Stabilization
Available gyroscope stabilization dramatically reduces roll at anchor and underway — a game-changer for comfort on extended cruises.
Sionyx Night Vision Camera
A Sionyx pan and tilt thermal camera extends your vision after dark — spot hazards, wildlife and markers with confidence.
Dinghy & Motor Package
Add a complete dinghy/motor package with Garmin 7" chartplotter, transducer, winch assembly, safety kit and lines for off-boat exploration.
Command Bridge Bimini Top
A bimini top for the command bridge extends shade and weather protection at the upper helm — comfort without sacrificing the view.
Seakeeper Ride
Optional Seakeeper Ride adds intelligent trim control that automatically adjusts to sea state — smoother, more comfortable cruising in any conditions.
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