Question 1

What are the specs of the SENSE 51 (BENETEAU)?

Accepted Answer

The SENSE 51 (BENETEAU) has the following specifications: 51.05ft LOA, 15.94ft beam, 7.38ft draft, 34,204lb displacement, 8,742.5lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

Who built the SENSE 51 (BENETEAU) and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Beneteau (FRA), designed by Berret Racoupeau Yacht Design, first built in 2016.

Question 3

Is the SENSE 51 (BENETEAU) good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The SENSE 51 (BENETEAU) is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 27.82, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 1.97, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 4

How fast is the SENSE 51 (BENETEAU)?

Accepted Answer

The SENSE 51 (BENETEAU) has a sail area to displacement ratio of 19.52, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 155.86, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a SENSE 51 (BENETEAU)?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a SENSE 51 (BENETEAU) is estimated at $2.9K – $7.8K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 6

How much does it cost to own a SENSE 51 (BENETEAU) per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the SENSE 51 (BENETEAU) (51.05ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $2.9K – $7.8K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 51.05ft boat: Florida: $9,200-$24,500/year. California: $8,600-$21,400/year. Massachusetts: $6,400-$14,300/year + $2,000 winter storage. New York: $6,400-$17,900/year + $2,000 winter storage. Maryland: $6,100-$11,000/year. Texas: $3,700-$11,000/year. Washington: $7,400-$15,900/year. Michigan: $3,600-$7,900/year + $2,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $5,500-$11,000/year. South Carolina: $8,000-$15,300/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $7K to $40K depending on location and maintenance approach. Source: SailPages.com, based on published marina rate cards and industry data.

Question 7

How much does it cost to dock a SENSE 51 (BENETEAU)?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the SENSE 51 (BENETEAU) (51.05ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $9,200-$24,500/year. California: $8,600-$21,400/year. Massachusetts: $6,400-$14,300/year + $2,000 winter storage. New York: $6,400-$17,900/year + $2,000 winter storage. Maryland: $6,100-$11,000/year. Texas: $3,700-$11,000/year. Washington: $7,400-$15,900/year. Michigan: $3,600-$7,900/year + $2,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $5,500-$11,000/year. South Carolina: $8,000-$15,300/year. Rates are per foot per month multiplied by boat length. Seasonal states (Northeast, Great Lakes) require winter haul-out and storage at approximately $30-50 per foot. Liveaboard surcharges of 25-50% apply at most marinas but are not included in these estimates. Mooring balls are typically 40-55% less than slip costs. Source: SailPages.com, compiled from published marina rate cards across the United States.

Question 8

What are the common problems with the SENSE 51 (BENETEAU)?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the SENSE 51 (BENETEAU) by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in structural, each rated by severity (critical, major, minor). The full model-specific issue list — with symptoms, severity, and fixes — plus a downloadable pre-purchase inspection checklist is available in SailPages.com's report for the SENSE 51 (BENETEAU).

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a SENSE 51 (BENETEAU)?

Accepted Answer

When buying a SENSE 51 (BENETEAU), SailPages.com has compiled 1 model-specific issues reported by owners across structural. Always hire a SAMS or NAMS accredited marine surveyor — SailPages.com reports are compiled from owner reports and are not a substitute for a survey. The downloadable report for the SENSE 51 (BENETEAU) includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 10

How does the SENSE 51 (BENETEAU) compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The SENSE 51 (BENETEAU) is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 51.05ft LOA, comfort ratio 27.82, capsize ratio 1.97, SA/disp 19.52. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	51.05 ft
LWL	46.1 ft
Beam	15.94 ft
Draft	7.38 ft
Displacement	34,204 lb
Ballast	8,742.5 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	9.1 kn

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