1994 Viking 43 Open - Fully Refit | New CAT C7.1 Power | Tournament Equipped

This fully refitted 1994 Viking 43 Open represents one of the most comprehensively updated examples of this iconic express sportfish available today. With new Caterpillar power, completely modernized electronics, upgraded mechanical systems, fresh cosmetics, and an immaculate engine room, this Viking is turnkey and ready for serious offshore fishing or luxury cruising.

The Viking 43 Open was one of the most successful express sportfish designs of the 1990s -- known for its muscular profile, large bridge deck, centerline helm, and wide-open cockpit built for tournament-level performance. This particular vessel elevates that legacy with extensive recent upgrades that bring her into modern performance and reliability standards.

Performance & Mechanical

Powered by NEW Caterpillar C7.1 500HP common rail diesel engines (480 hours), professionally serviced and under warranty through 2026. These engines deliver clean, smoke-free performance with excellent torque and efficiency.

Cruise: 24-25 knots fully loaded
Top End: 29-31 knots WOT

Additional Mechanical Highlights:

• New ZF 2801 transmissions (2.478 ratio)

• New VEEM props, shafts & rudders (2024)

• All-new Optimus Fly-by-Wire steering system (2025)

• Fuel tanks polished (2024)

• Oil transfer system

• New trim tab cylinders & hoses (2025)

• New cranking batteries & cables (2024)

• Complete generator service (2025)

• Engines fully serviced Spring 2025

• HullShield ultrasonic antifouling system (2024/2025)

• New bottom paint & zincs (2025)

• Immaculate, refinished and brightly lit engine room

The engine room is exceptionally clean and organized with upgraded lighting and detailed refinishing -- showcasing pride of ownership and professional maintenance.

Electrical & Power Management

One of the standout upgrades on this Viking is the custom lithium-powered inverter system, allowing the boat's A/C loads to run without the generator -- a major modernization rarely seen in boats of this vintage.

• Victron inverter + lithium battery bank

• DC/DC battery chargers

• New AC unit

• Starlink Internet (2024/2025)

• BRNKL Blue Boat monitoring & security system with 3 cameras

This system dramatically improves comfort at anchor and reduces generator runtime.

Helm & Electronics

The helm has been completely redesigned with a new hinged main panel for easy service access, new dash layout, switches, wiring, and digital controls.

Electronics Suite Includes:

• Simrad NSS16 EVO3S (primary)

• Simrad NSS16 EVO2 (secondary)

• Simrad NSS12 EVO2 (tower station)

• New CHIRP radar (2025)

• Airmar 1kW B175 & B250 transducers

• Simrad Autopilot

• New digital VHFs with antennas

• CAT digital engine displays

• New compass (helm & tower)

• Rudder indicator

• 52" dropdown cockpit TV integrated with Simrad displays for live sonar viewing while fishing

The centerline helm layout offers excellent visibility and ergonomics.

Tower & Cockpit

Equipped with a professionally proportioned Pipe Welders tuna tower featuring:

• Fiberglass hardtop

• Upper helm station

• New Rupp lines & releases

• New hydraulic outrigger extender system (included, to be installed by new owner)

• Power plugs for electric reels

• Cannon Optimum bottom-tracking downriggers (2)

• Scopinich fighting chair

The cockpit is large, clean, and tournament-ready featuring:

• Top-loading freezer

• Tackle center with bait prep

• Baitwell

• Removable fish box

• Walk-in engine room access

• Saltwater washdown

• Refinished bow & anchoring system

The bridge deck is also an exceptional entertaining space with:

• Full StrataGlass enclosure (2025)

• Custom seating

• L-shaped lounge to port

• Opposing bench seating

• Comfortable seating for 8+ guests

Interior

The interior is clean, neutral, and purpose-built for comfortable overnighting or extended cruising.

• Spacious salon with large U-shaped settee

• Full-service galley

• New commercial-grade microwave

• Single-stateroom layout

• Updated head with new toilet & plumbing upgrades

The Viking 43's open salon design remains one of the most functional layouts ever produced in an express sportfish.

Additional Recent Upgrades

• Stern repainted with new name

• IMRON hull paint (previous owner, 2021)

• Custom stainless bow rail (2025)

• Custom chrome boarding rail

• New saltwater washdown pump

• 10-person life raft (2024)

• New cockpit upholstery & enclosure (2025)

Summary

This 1994 Viking 43 Open has been transformed into a modern, highly capable offshore platform while retaining the timeless Viking ride and fishability that made this model legendary.

With new CAT power, new steering system, new electronics, lithium inverter technology, tower, updated cosmetics, and a spotless engine room, this boat is far beyond the typical 43 Open on the market.

Serious buyers looking for a turnkey Viking with modern performance and systems should not overlook this opportunity.