Blackwater 43 Luxury Fish Specifications
- Length Overall (LOA): 43'
- Beam: 11'11"
- Dry Weight: ~22,000 lbs
- Engine: Quad outboards, up to ~1,881 HP max
- Fuel Capacity: 778 gallons
- Draft: ~36"
- Hull Type: Deep-vee with 24° transom deadrise
Cover Features
- Fabric Options: 9oz solution-dyed marine fabric or premium Sunbrella acrylic
- Coverage Type: T-Top cover wraps hull below hardtop; hardtop remains exposed
- Construction: Reinforced stitching, hem cord at rubrail, adjustable tie-down straps
- Durability: Solution-dyed fabric (5-7 years); Sunbrella acrylic (8-10 years)
- Fit: Custom-fitted to 43' Blackwater 43 Luxury Fish specifications
- Protection: UV-resistant, water-repellent, weatherproof
Additional information
Choose Your Cover Fabric
7 oz. Polyester — Our entry-level marine cover fabric, woven from 100% polyester fiber at a 7 oz. per linear yard weight. This lighter option keeps the cover manageable for solo handling while still delivering reliable protection against sun, rain, and debris. Backed by a 3-year fabric warranty. Ships in Black.
9 oz. Polyester — Step up to our heavy-duty polyester, engineered at 9 oz. per linear yard for boats that face tougher conditions or extended outdoor storage. The denser weave adds an extra layer of defense against abrasion and weather without adding unnecessary bulk. Protected by a 5-year fabric warranty. Ships in Navy or Black.
Sunbrella® — For boaters who want the best, our Sunbrella covers use 100% solution-dyed acrylic — the same fabric trusted by marine professionals worldwide. Naturally resistant to fading, mold, and water damage, Sunbrella holds its color and integrity season after season. Covered by a 6-year fabric warranty. Ships in Black, Smoke, or Marine Blue.
Both polyester options feature solution-dyed construction, where pigment is infused into each fiber during production rather than applied to the surface afterward. This process locks color deep into the material, preventing any dye transfer to your boat’s gel coat or finish. The result is a cover that stays vibrant without bleeding or rubbing off. Our polyester is also designed to breathe — it allows moisture trapped underneath to vent out naturally, reducing the risk of mildew and keeping your boat dry. The fabric holds its form without sagging or stretching over time, stays lightweight enough for one person to handle, and stands up to prolonged UV exposure and harsh marine weather.
*The warranty periods above are provided by the fabric manufacturer and cover the material itself. For details on what’s included in the warranty for your completed cover, please see our warranty page.
7 oz. Polyester — Our entry-level marine cover fabric, woven from 100% polyester fiber at a 7 oz. per linear yard weight. This lighter option keeps the cover manageable for solo handling while still delivering reliable protection against sun, rain, and debris. Backed by a 3-year fabric warranty. Ships in Black.
9 oz. Polyester — Step up to our heavy-duty polyester, engineered at 9 oz. per linear yard for boats that face tougher conditions or extended outdoor storage. The denser weave adds an extra layer of defense against abrasion and weather without adding unnecessary bulk. Protected by a 5-year fabric warranty. Ships in Navy or Black.
Sunbrella® — For boaters who want the best, our Sunbrella covers use 100% solution-dyed acrylic — the same fabric trusted by marine professionals worldwide. Naturally resistant to fading, mold, and water damage, Sunbrella holds its color and integrity season after season. Covered by a 6-year fabric warranty. Ships in Black, Smoke, or Marine Blue.
Both polyester options feature solution-dyed construction, where pigment is infused into each fiber during production rather than applied to the surface afterward. This process locks color deep into the material, preventing any dye transfer to your boat’s gel coat or finish. The result is a cover that stays vibrant without bleeding or rubbing off. Our polyester is also designed to breathe — it allows moisture trapped underneath to vent out naturally, reducing the risk of mildew and keeping your boat dry. The fabric holds its form without sagging or stretching over time, stays lightweight enough for one person to handle, and stands up to prolonged UV exposure and harsh marine weather.
*The warranty periods above are provided by the fabric manufacturer and cover the material itself. For details on what’s included in the warranty for your completed cover, please see our warranty page.
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Install
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Blackwater 43 Luxury Fish T-Top cover is available in 9oz solution-dyed marine fabric, 7oz marine fabric, or premium Sunbrella acrylic. The 9oz solution-dyed option delivers 5–7 years of UV and weather resistance, while Sunbrella acrylic extends protection to 8–10 years. All fabrics are mildew-resistant and breathable to protect the 43 Luxury Fish's cabin, livewells, and electronics.
Yes. The cover is pattern-cut specifically for the Blackwater 43 Luxury Fish's oversized hardtop frame with dual-actuated sunroof. Reinforced cutouts route cleanly around each T-Top support leg, and the cover wraps the entire hull below the hardtop while leaving the white fiberglass hardtop roof fully exposed. The fit accounts for the 43's 11'11" beam and unique layout including triple helm chairs and second-row seating.
Installation takes under five minutes with no tools required. Drape the cover over the Blackwater 43 Luxury Fish's hull from bow to stern, route the reinforced cutouts around each T-Top leg, and secure the adjustable strap-and-buckle tie-down system at the rubrail. A hem cord ensures a snug fit along the entire hull edge. One person can install the cover solo.
Yes, the Blackwater 43 Luxury Fish T-Top cover is reinforced for highway-speed trailering. Double-stitched seams and the adjustable strap-and-buckle tie-down system keep the cover secure at speed. At 43 feet on a triple-axle trailer, the cover's snug fit prevents wind lift and flapping during transport.
Absolutely. The T-Top cover creates a complete barrier over the Blackwater 43 Luxury Fish's helm electronics, Backlit LED switching system, triple helm chairs, forward lounge seating, and all interior upholstery. It blocks UV rays, rain, salt spray, bird droppings, and airborne debris — protecting the summer kitchen, tackle stations, and cabin entry from the elements.
Every Blackwater 43 Luxury Fish T-Top cover ships with a 2-year manufacturer warranty covering defects in materials and workmanship. The solution-dyed marine fabric is rated for 5–7 years of UV resistance, and the premium Sunbrella acrylic option extends that to 8–10 years of reliable outdoor protection.
The cover is water-resistant with a durable water repellent (DWR) finish that causes rain and spray to bead and roll off. It is intentionally breathable rather than fully waterproof — this prevents moisture and mildew buildup beneath the cover, which is critical for protecting the Blackwater 43 Luxury Fish's cabin upholstery, livewells, and electronics during extended storage.
Yes. The cover is custom-fitted to the Blackwater 43 Luxury Fish's standard production dimensions — 43' LOA with an 11'11" beam — and fits all model years equipped with the factory T-Top hardtop. Since Blackwater builds each 43 to order with customizable layouts, the cover's design accommodates the standard hull and hardtop configuration across all production years.
The 9oz solution-dyed marine fabric is available in Navy, Black, and Charcoal. Upgrading to premium Sunbrella acrylic unlocks an expanded palette of additional colors. All colors are solution-dyed, meaning the pigment is locked into every fiber during manufacturing for fade-resistant performance that lasts the life of the fabric.
Shipping is a flat rate per cover to anywhere in the continental United States. Orders typically ship within 1–2 business days. The cover arrives folded and ready to install on your Blackwater 43 Luxury Fish with no additional hardware or assembly required.
⏱️ Current lead time: 1–3 weeks — every cover is custom-made for your boat.
Questions about fit? Call (561) 677-2628
Questions about fit? Call (561) 677-2628
Blackwater 43 Luxury Fish T-Top Boat Cover — Quad-Powered Offshore Dominance Deserves Premium Protection
The Blackwater 43 Luxury Fish is the flagship of Eugene Uriarte’s Miami-built lineup — a 43-foot center console powered by up to quad outboard engines producing nearly 1,900 combined horsepower. With an 11’11” beam, 22,000-pound dry weight, 778-gallon fuel capacity, and a deep-vee hull with 24-degree transom deadrise, the 43 Luxury Fish was designed to cross oceans and dominate tournament circuits. This is a boat that runs hard, fishes harder, and deserves a custom boat cover engineered specifically for its massive footprint. Our custom-fitted T-Top cover wraps every inch of the 43 Luxury Fish’s hull below its oversized hardtop, protecting dual 65-gallon livewells, the full cabin with head and galley, the summer kitchen, triple helm chairs, and 15 transom-mounted rod holders from UV exposure, rain, salt spray, and airborne debris.
Tailored to the 43 Luxury Fish’s Tournament-Grade Layout
Blackwater builds every 43 Luxury Fish to order in their 120,000-square-foot Miami factory, and our cover is pattern-cut to match that same precision. The T-Top cover accounts for the boat’s oversized hardtop frame with dual-actuated sunroof, the reinforced T-Top legs, the forward deluxe lounge seating with bow storage compartments, and the second-row helm seating with port and starboard tackle storage flanking the console. Installation takes under five minutes — drape the cover over the hull, route the reinforced cutouts around each T-Top leg, and secure the adjustable strap-and-buckle tie-down system at the rubrail. The cover is reinforced for highway trailering, though at 43 feet on a triple-axle trailer, most owners will appreciate the snug fit for long-term dock or rack storage. The Blackwater 23 Bay T-Top cover uses the same proven construction for Blackwater’s inshore platform.
Protection That Matches Blackwater’s Custom-Built Quality
A boat built with no shortcuts deserves a cover built the same way. Choose from our 9oz solution-dyed marine fabric rated for 5–7 years of UV and weather resistance, or upgrade to premium Sunbrella acrylic for 8–10 years of protection. Both fabrics are water-repellent, mildew-resistant, and breathable to prevent moisture buildup beneath the cover. Every seam is double-stitched with UV-resistant thread, and a hem cord at the rubrail ensures a clean, secure fit from bow to stern. The cover ships with a 2-year manufacturer warranty and pairs perfectly with our Front Runner 39 T-Top cover for owners running multiple big offshore platforms.
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