Grand Soleil 43 OT - Open transom for easy handling

Grand Soleil 43' OT (approx. 13.10m long) and 46' new (approx. 14m) are the names of the new yachts from the Italian Cantiere del Pardo yard that are being premiered in Germany. Among the fundamental new features of the 43' OT compared with the previous model – which bagged a host of regatta victories – is an open transition from cockpit to transom, which makes handling of the aft mooring lines easier and gives the yacht its name – OT for Open Transom. To improve headsail control, the winches have been repositioned. With regard to the galley arrangement, prospective owners have two options to choose from. The interior of the cruiser/racer, designed by Marcelino Botin and Shaun Carkeek, is available in mahogany, oak or teak.

In the case of the 46' new, the owner can have a say in how the interior will look. The lines of this yacht have been reworked compared with its predecessor and the windows enlarged to provide more light inside.