FIRST 36 SE (BENETEAU)
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 39.3 ft |
| LWL | 33.27 ft |
| Beam | 12.47 ft |
| Draft | 6.4 ft |
| Displacement | 9,590 lb |
| Ballast | 3,372.8 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 7.7 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Mainsail | 452.08 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 409.03 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 1,517.71 sq ft |
About the FIRST 36 SE (BENETEAU)
Design: Lorenzo Argento Structural engineering: Pure Design & Engineering ORC optimization: Maurizio Cossutti Interior design: Sito Displacement above = Lightship Sail area: -Main: 42 m² / 452 ft² -Jib: 38 m² / 388 ft² -Masthead gennaker: 141 m² / 1,518 ft² CE Certification: A6; B8; C10
The Beneteau First 36 SE is a modern fractional sloop designed by Samuel Manuard and built by Beneteau/Seascape, with production listed for 2025. As a brand-new model with no established historical owner report corpus, the data reflects anticipated maintenance patterns from the broader First series lineage rather than verified long-term wear on this specific hull.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal cruisers and performance-oriented sailors who prioritize modern ergonomics and fractional rig handling over heavy offshore displacement. Its light displacement of 9590.0 lb and high SA/D ratio of 30.63 indicate a focus on speed and ease of single-handed sailing.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a low D/L ratio of 116.26 and a capsize ratio of 2.35, the boat is designed for coastal and nearshore cruising rather than heavy bluewater passage-making. The fin keel and light displacement suggest it is not optimized for extreme offshore conditions without significant modifications.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include the Beneteau First 36.7 and First 36.5, which share the same designer lineage and similar fractional sloop configurations. These models are comparable due to their shared emphasis on performance cruising and similar beam-to-length ratios.
Performance
ORC Performance Data(1 certificate)
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° | 4.1 | 5.5 | 6.5 | 7.2 | 7.4 | 7.5 | 7.6 | 7.6 | 7.5 |
| 60° | 4.4 | 5.9 | 6.8 | 7.4 | 7.7 | 7.8 | 7.9 | 8.0 | 7.9 |
| 75° | 4.6 | 6.1 | 7.0 | 7.6 | 8.0 | 8.3 | 8.4 | 8.7 | 8.7 |
| 90° | 4.4 | 6.0 | 7.1 | 7.6 | 8.1 | 8.5 | 8.9 | 9.3 | 9.6 |
| 110° | 4.6 | 6.3 | 7.4 | 8.1 | 8.7 | 9.1 | 9.4 | 10.1 | 10.4 |
| 120° | 4.5 | 6.2 | 7.4 | 8.1 | 8.8 | 9.5 | 9.9 | 10.8 | 11.7 |
| 135° | 3.8 | 5.5 | 6.8 | 7.7 | 8.4 | 9.1 | 9.9 | 12.1 | 14.1 |
| 150° | 3.2 | 4.6 | 5.8 | 6.9 | 7.7 | 8.2 | 8.8 | 10.4 | 14.0 |
| Beat VMG | 2.5 | 3.6 | 4.4 | 4.9 | 5.0 | 5.2 | 5.2 | 5.2 | 4.9 |
| Run VMG | 2.8 | 4.0 | 5.0 | 5.9 | 6.7 | 7.1 | 7.6 | 9.0 | 12.1 |
Pricing
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 39.3ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Articles & Reviews
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
3 reported issues across 3 systems for the FIRST 36 SE (BENETEAU), compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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