Fjord 490 OpenFjord 490 Open
Pardo 43 Mk2Pardo 43 Mk2
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Fjord 490 Open
vs.
Pardo 43 Mk2

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Below, we delve into a detailed comparison of the Fjord 490 Open and the Pardo 43. The Fjord Yachts 490 Open features a GRP planing hull, ensuring durability and a lighter weight. The yacht's length of 14.9m/48'11" and beam of 4.58m/15' provide a stable and spacious platform for both at-sea and anchored conditions. The Pardo Yachts P43 is slightly shorter in length at 14m/45'11", with a marginally narrower beam of 4.2m/13'9",

Interested in owning a Fjord Yachts 490 Open or Pardo Yachts P43? Explore all globally available Fjord Yachts 490 Open for sale and Pardo Yachts P43 for sale verified through YachtBuyer MarketWatch, free of fake listings, or check out all similar models from Fjord Yachts for sale or Pardo Yachts for sale.

At a Glance

Fjord 490 Open

Status
In Production
2025 - Present

Pardo 43 Mk2

Status
In Production
2025 - Present
Fjord 490 Open illustration
14.9m  

Beam 4.58m

Draft 0.95m

LENGTH : BEAM Ratio

0.00
:
1

4 Guests

  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • 4

 

2 Cabins

Pardo 43 Mk2 illustration
14m  

Beam 4.2m

Draft 1.05m

LENGTH : BEAM Ratio

0.00
:
1

4 Guests

  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • 4

 

2 Cabins

Performance

  • Cruising Speed

  • Fjord 490 Open
    No Data
  • Pardo 43 Mk2
    0
    knots

  • Top Speed

  • Fjord 490 Open
    No Data
  • Pardo 43 Mk2
    0
    knots

Range

Fuel Capacity

  • Fjord 490 Open

    -

  • Pardo 43

    -

Interior

For most buyers, interior layout, finish and especially space will rank as some of the most important factors when choosing a yacht, here you can see how your chosen yachts directly compare.

Fjord 490 Open, Interior Fjord 490 Open, Interior
Fjord 490 Open
Pardo 43 Mk2, Interior Pardo 43 Mk2, Interior
Pardo 43 Mk2

Accommodation

Cabin design and luxury should deliver a place of real sanctuary for the Owner or guests, with finish, space and light all key.

Fjord 490 Open, Accommodation Fjord 490 Open, Accommodation
Fjord 490 Open
Pardo 43 Mk2, Accommodation Pardo 43 Mk2, Accommodation
Pardo 43 Mk2

Helm Station

Whether it will be the Owner or skipper taking control, helm positions should ensure excellent visibility, supportive seating and a design that delivers clear instrumentation.

Fjord 490 Open, Helm Station Fjord 490 Open, Helm Station
Fjord 490 Open
Pardo 43 Mk2, Helm Station Pardo 43 Mk2, Helm Station
Pardo 43 Mk2

Deck Areas

As well as being a place to enjoy the real essence of yachting lifestyle, decks are also a serious work area and each area must be safe, practical and so fun to use.

Fjord 490 Open, Deck Area Fjord 490 Open, Deck Area
Fjord 490 Open
Pardo 43 Mk2, Deck Area Pardo 43 Mk2, Deck Area
Pardo 43 Mk2

Compare Layouts

Main Deck

Fjord 490 Open

Main Deck

 

Pardo 43 Mk2

Main Deck

 

Lower Deck

Fjord 490 Open

Lower Deck

Standard

Lower Deck

Optional forward cabin layout Option  A

Lower Deck

Additional day head Option  B

Lower Deck

Optional convertible saloon Option  C

Pardo 43 Mk2

Lower Deck

Standard

Lower Deck

Optional dinette layout Option

LIVE: Used Price Guides

Find out how much a pre-owned version of these models may cost based upon the asking prices of all yachts listed for sale globally in the last 3 years according to YachtBuyer Market Watch & our current sales listings.

Fjord 490 Open Used Prices

In Production Since: 2025

  • Average Price* -
  • Price Range † -
  • Average Age -

Available to order

View Options & Specs
Fjord 490 Open For Sale

or Build Your Own

 
 


Rivals to Fjord 490 Open

Pardo 43 Used Prices

In Production Since: 2025

  • Average Price* -
  • Price Range † -
  • Average Age -

Available to order

View Options & Specs
P43 For Sale

or Build Your Own

 
 


Rivals to Pardo 43

Specification Data

Model Name:Fjord 490 OpenP43 Mk2
Builder:Fjord YachtsPardo Yachts
Range: - Walkaround
Principal Characteristics
Body Type: Cruiser Sportsboat
Use Types: Weekending, Dayboating Weekending
LOA: 14.9m 14m
Max Beam: 4.58m 4.2m
Draft: 0.95m 1.05m
Gross Tonnage: - -
Displacement: - 11,700 Kg  
(Approx)
Hull Material: GRP / Fibreglass  (GRP) GRP / Fibreglass  (GRP)
Superstructure: GRP GRP
Fuel Capacity: 1,500 Litres 1,300 Litres
Fresh Water Capacity: 390 Litres 400 Litres
Yacht Designers
Exterior Designer: Marco Casali - Too Design Nauta Design, Zuccheri Yacht Design
Interior Designer: Marco Casali - Too Design Nauta Design
Accommodation
Guests: 4 4 (Optional 2)
Cabins: 2 2 - 1
Berths:1x Double2x Single2x Single
Guests Heads: 1 (max 2) 1
Shared Day Heads: 1 -
Crew
Crew:  (Crew not required)  (Crew not required)
Crew Cabins: - -
Crew Heads: - -
Engines & Performance
Max Speed: - 38 knots
Max Range: - 350 NM @ 30 knots
Engine Options:

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Brand: Volvo Penta Volvo Penta Volvo Penta Volvo Penta Volvo Penta
Model:D8-IPS700D8-IPS800IPS500IPS600IPS650
Qty: x2 x2 x2 x2 x2
Power: 550 bhp (405 Kw) each
@ 2,900 rpm 600 bhp (441 Kw) each
@ 3,000 rpm		 370 bhp (272 Kw) each
@ 3,500 rpm 435 bhp (320 Kw) each
@ 3,500 rpm 510 bhp (375 Kw) each
@ 2,250 rpm
Max Speed: - - - - 38 knots
Cruising Speed: - - - - 30 knots  
Economic Speed: - - - - -
Cylinders: 6 Cylinder 6 Cylinder 6 Cylinder 6 Cylinder 6 Cylinder

Speeds/Ranges Are Approx. - Subject to Load, Sea Conditions & Variables.

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