Beneteau Oceanis 430
Description
The Beneteau Oceanis 430 is a classic aft-cockpit cruiser designed by Jean Berret and built by Beneteau in France from 1986 to 1993. As a flagship of the early Oceanis line, it was crafted for family cruising and coastal voyages, featuring a wide beam for stability and a bulbous bow for a smooth entry. Approximately 200 units were produced, many in charter service, earning a reputation for spaciousness and value. The standard 3-cabin layout suits liveaboards, while the wing keel variant (5 ft draft) enhances shallow-water access. Owners praise its "powerful" performance in breezes and roomy feel, though it requires attentive reefing in heavy air to manage weather helm.
Construction Details
| Designer | Jean Berret |
|---|---|
| Builder | Beneteau |
| Length | 43.000 ft |
| LOA | 43.000 ft |
| LWL | 36.170 ft |
| Beam | 13.000 ft |
| Displacement | 19180 lb |
| Ballast | 6830 lb |
| Max Draft | 5.250 ft |
| Year Built | 1986 |
The standard boat dimensions
| i | 52.69 ft |
|---|---|
| j | 15.81 ft |
| p | 46.59 ft |
| e | 14.44 ft |
| p2 | - |
| e2 | - |
| i2 | - |
| j2 | - |
| I | J | P | E | P2 | E2 | I2 | J2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52.69 ft | 15.81 ft | 46.59 ft | 14.44 ft | - | - | - | - |
Sails
Beneteau Oceanis 430 - MAINSAIL
| Luff | * 46.59 ft - (14201 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 14.44 ft - (4401 mm) |
| Leech | * 47.87 ft - (14591 mm) |
| Tack Angle | * 87.99 ° |
| Diagonal | * 48.29 ft - (14719 mm) |
| Head (inches) | * 6 in - (152 mm) |
| Area | * 342.69 ft² |
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Beneteau Oceanis 430 - JIBSAIL
| Luff | 44.01 ft - (13414 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 20.73 ft - (6319 mm) |
| Leech | * 38.6 ft - (11765 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 114.99 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 18.18 ft - (5541 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 12.01 ° |
| Area | * 400.07 ft² |
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Beneteau Oceanis 430 - GENOA
| Luff | 52.26 ft - (15929 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 25.36 ft - (7730 mm) |
| Leech | * 49.36 ft - (15045 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 150.03 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 23.72 ft - (7230 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 4.02 ° |
| Area | * 619.79 ft² |
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Beneteau Oceanis 430 - DRIFTER
| Luff | 52.26 ft - (15929 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 26.32 ft - (8022 mm) |
| Leech | * 47.24 ft - (14399 mm) |
| Perc LP | * 150.03 % |
| Length Perp | * 23.72 ft - (7230 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 8.98 ° |
| Area | * 619.8 ft² |
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Beneteau Oceanis 430 - ASYMMETRICAL
| Luff | * 52.26 ft - (15929 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 26.09 ft - (7952 mm) |
| Leech | * 48.08 ft - (14655 mm) |
| Perc LP | * 165 % |
| Area | * 1023 ft² |
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Beneteau Oceanis 430 - SPINNAKER
| Stays | * 52.26 ft - (15929 mm) |
|---|---|
| MidGirth | * 28.46 ft - (8675 mm) |
| Foot | * 28.46 ft - (8675 mm) |
| Perc LP | * 180 % |
| Area | * 1264 ft² |
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Beneteau Oceanis 430 - STORMJIB
| Luff | * 30.26 ft - (9223 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 11.69 ft - (3563 mm) |
| Leech | * 25.28 ft - (7705 mm) |
| Perc LP | * 60.03 % |
| Length Perp | * 9.49 ft - (2893 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 19.04 ° |
| Area | * 143.56 ft² |
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