2002 Mainship 430 Trawler

Step aboard and you’ll notice how the 430 feels more like a small waterfront condo than a typical trawler. Big salon windows flood the space with light, and the galley-down layout keeps cooking separate while still open to the conversation. Wide, safe molded steps to the bridge beat climbing a ladder at the end of a long day. Up top, there’s room for friends around the helm and space aft for chairs or a dinghy. The walk-in engine room access makes routine checks far less of a chore, and generous tankage means you can stretch out your cruising plans without constantly hunting for fuel docks.

This 430 is well suited to a region where you’ll see everything from tight marina fairways to long open-water runs between harbors. The generous beam and hard chines give reassuring stability in short, choppy conditions, while the efficient hull rewards slow, economical trawler speeds on longer passages. Twin diesels and a bow-friendly profile make docking in crosswinds more manageable. With two true staterooms and real showers, it’s comfortable for extended seasonal cruising when weather can swing from cool and blustery to hot and humid, and the covered side decks and high rails add confidence when you’re moving forward in less-than-perfect conditions.