FIRST 35-2 (BENETEAU)
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 35.6 ft |
| LWL | 30.61 ft |
| Beam | 11.94 ft |
| Draft | 7.22 ft |
| Displacement | 13,360 lb |
| Ballast | 3,682 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 7.4 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Pmainsail luff | 17.72 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 15.75 ft |
| Mainsail | 446.38 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 1,108.68 sq ft |
About the FIRST 35-2 (BENETEAU)
Hull length: 10.66m / 34.97 ft. Shoal draft vers: 1.8m/5.91' Ballast for shoal draft vers: 2,010 kg./4,431 lb. (Other keel options pertaining to IRC optimization) Reported sail area: - main: 41.47m² / 446.38 ft² - jib (108%): 31m² / 333.68 ft² - Spinnaker: 103m² / 1108.68 ft² Farr design #622. Interior by Nauta Design. Special 'CARBON EDITION' (2015) includes carbon spar, lead keel, and 'rocking' wheel'.
Designed by Bruce Farr and built by Beneteau, the First 35-2 is a performance-oriented cruiser from 2009 with a build count that remains unverified in available data. Its fractional sloop rig and 35.6 ft LOA reflect a design focused on speed and modern aesthetics.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal cruisers and active weekend sailors who prioritize sailing performance and modern ergonomics over heavy bluewater provisioning.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a displacement of 13360.0 lb and a capsize ratio of 2.02, the boat is moderately capable offshore but is primarily designed for coastal cruising rather than heavy ocean passage-making.
- Comparables:
- Comparable to the Beneteau First 36.7 and Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 34.2, as these contemporaries share similar fractional rigs, beamy hulls, and a focus on interior volume and planing capability.
Performance
Pricing
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 35.6ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
15 reported issues across 8 systems for the FIRST 35-2 (BENETEAU), compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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