FIRST 36 (BENETEAU)
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 39.33 ft |
| LWL | 33.63 ft |
| Beam | 12.47 ft |
| Draft | 7.38 ft |
| Displacement | 10,582 lb |
| Ballast | 3,416.9 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 7.8 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Mainsail | 452.08 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 409.03 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 1,517.71 sq ft |
About the FIRST 36 (BENETEAU)
Offered in two layouts: Racing and Cruising DESIGN : LORENZO ARGENTO INTERIOR DESIGN: GIGODESIGN STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING : PURE DESIGN & ENGINEERING Sail area: -Main: 42 m² / 452 ft² -Jib: 38 m² / 409 ft² -Masthead gennaker: 141 m² / 1,518 ft² -Fractional furling gennaker: 58 m² / 624 ft²
Designed by Samuel Manuard and built by Beneteau (FRA), the First 36 is a modern cruising sloop with production years listed as 2022 and an unknown hull build count. This data-driven synthesis highlights significant structural and mechanical concerns reported by owners, despite the boat's contemporary design.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal cruisers and weekend sailors who prioritize modern interior layouts and fractional rig performance, provided they are prepared for rigorous maintenance of structural components.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a displacement of 10582.0 lb and a capsize ratio of 2.28, the boat offers moderate offshore stability, though critical reports of keel smile and deck core moisture significantly undermine its bluewater readiness without extensive structural repair.
- Comparables:
- Comparable to other modern Beneteau Oceanis models and similarly sized fractional sloop cruisers from the 2020s, such as the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 38.2, due to shared emphasis on interior volume and fractional rigging.
Performance
ORC Performance Data(31 certificates)
Measured performance data from ORC (Offshore Racing Congress) certificates.
Polar Diagram
Boat speed (kn) vs. true wind angle. Source: ORC
Racing Ratings
Triple Number
ORC Measured
Sail Areas (ORC)
Speed Table (kn)
| TWA \ TWS | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 20 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52° | 4.0 | 5.5 | 6.5 | 7.2 | 7.6 | 7.8 | 7.9 | 8.0 | 8.0 |
| 60° | 4.3 | 5.8 | 6.8 | 7.4 | 7.8 | 8.0 | 8.1 | 8.3 | 8.3 |
| 75° | 4.5 | 6.0 | 7.0 | 7.6 | 7.9 | 8.3 | 8.5 | 8.8 | 8.9 |
| 90° | 4.6 | 6.2 | 7.3 | 7.9 | 8.3 | 8.6 | 8.8 | 9.3 | 9.7 |
| 110° | 4.6 | 6.3 | 7.4 | 8.1 | 8.7 | 9.1 | 9.4 | 10.3 | 11.0 |
| 120° | 4.5 | 6.1 | 7.3 | 8.0 | 8.7 | 9.3 | 9.8 | 10.7 | 12.1 |
| 135° | 3.8 | 5.4 | 6.8 | 7.7 | 8.3 | 8.9 | 9.6 | 11.4 | 14.2 |
| 150° | 3.2 | 4.5 | 5.8 | 6.8 | 7.6 | 8.1 | 8.6 | 9.9 | 13.1 |
| Beat VMG | 2.5 | 3.5 | 4.4 | 5.0 | 5.3 | 5.5 | 5.6 | 5.7 | 5.7 |
| Run VMG | 2.8 | 3.9 | 5.0 | 5.9 | 6.6 | 7.1 | 7.5 | 8.6 | 11.3 |
Pricing
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 39.33ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Articles & Reviews
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
22 reported issues across 9 systems for the FIRST 36 (BENETEAU), compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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