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

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

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

At a Glance

Pardo 43 Mk2

Status
In Production
2025 - Present

Fjord 490 Open

Status
In Production
2025 - Present
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

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

Performance

  • Cruising Speed

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

  • Top Speed

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

Range

Fuel Capacity

  • Pardo 43

    -

  • Fjord 490 Open

    -

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.

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

Accommodation

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

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

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.

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

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.

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

Compare Layouts

Main Deck

Pardo 43 Mk2

Main Deck

 

Fjord 490 Open

Main Deck

 

Lower Deck

Pardo 43 Mk2

Lower Deck

Standard

Lower Deck

Optional dinette layout Option

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

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.

Pardo 43 Used Prices

In Production Since: 2025

  • Average Price* -
  • Price Range † -
  • Average Age -
 
 
 
No Yachts For Sale
P43 For Sale

or Build Your Own

 
 


Rivals to Pardo 43

Fjord 490 Open Used Prices

In Production Since: 2025

  • Average Price* -
  • Price Range † -
  • Average Age -
 
 
 
No Yachts For Sale
Fjord 490 Open For Sale

or Build Your Own

 
 


Rivals to Fjord 490 Open

Specification Data

Model Name:P43 Mk2Fjord 490 Open
Builder:Pardo YachtsFjord Yachts
Range:Walkaround -
Principal Characteristics
Body Type: Sportsboat Cruiser
Use Types: Weekending Weekending, Dayboating
LOA: 14m 14.9m
Max Beam: 4.2m 4.58m
Draft: 1.05m 0.95m
Gross Tonnage: - -
Displacement: 11,700 Kg  
(Approx)		 -
Hull Material: GRP / Fibreglass  (GRP) GRP / Fibreglass  (GRP)
Superstructure: GRP GRP
Fuel Capacity: 1,300 Litres 1,500 Litres
Fresh Water Capacity: 400 Litres 390 Litres
Yacht Designers
Exterior Designer: Nauta Design, Zuccheri Yacht Design Marco Casali - Too Design
Interior Designer: Nauta Design Marco Casali - Too Design
Accommodation
Guests: 4 (Optional 2) 4
Cabins: 2 - 1 2
Berths:2x Single1x Double2x Single
Guests Heads: 1 1 (max 2)
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:IPS500IPS600IPS650D8-IPS700D8-IPS800
Qty: x2 x2 x2 x2 x2
Power: 370 bhp (272 Kw) each
@ 3,500 rpm 435 bhp (320 Kw) each
@ 3,500 rpm 510 bhp (375 Kw) each
@ 2,250 rpm		 550 bhp (405 Kw) each
@ 2,900 rpm 600 bhp (441 Kw) each
@ 3,000 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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