The Tanton 43 is a cat rigged two masted ketch with a round stern. The sail area is divided almost equally between the mainsail and mizzen; both of these are set on freestanding carbon-fiber masts with booms. Handling the sails, therefore, is never overwhelming, even when sailing shorthanded. Tacking requires little more than a turn of the wheel. The absence of standing rigging allows the boat effortlessly to sail wing and wing. Down below Mahogany and teak dominate the two staterooms and two heads. A good sized saloon and galley complete the boat.