1985 Beneteau First 285
LOA
8.65m (28.4ft)
Beam
2.90m (9.5ft)
Displacement
2,900kg (6,393lbs)
Year
1985–1990
Manufacturer
Beneteau
Full Specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Overall (LOA) | 8.65 m | 28.4 ft |
| Length Waterline (LWL) | 7.32 m | 24.0 ft |
| Beam | 2.90 m | 9.5 ft |
| Draft | 1.65 m | 5.4 ft |
| Mast Height | 11.80 m | 38.7 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 2,900 kg | 6,393 lbs |
| Ballast | 1,100 kg | 2,425 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 36.0 m² | 388 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Sloop | |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | |
| Keel Type | Fin | |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 13 HP | |
| Fuel Capacity | 45 L | 11.9 gal |
| Water Capacity | 76 L | 20.1 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | |
| Cabins | 1 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | Jean Berret | |
| Country of Origin | France | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
17.99
Good — responsive and versatile
Ballast Ratio
37.9%
Moderate — good balance of stability and performance
Capsize Screening Ratio
0.81 Offshore Capable
Excellent — suitable for offshore passages
Lower is better. Values below 2.0 are considered suitable for offshore sailing.
Comfort Ratio
18.1
Spartan — racing-oriented, uncomfortable in a seaway
About the 1985 Beneteau First 285
The First 285 is a quick French racer-cruiser that excels in club racing and coastal cruising. A well-balanced Berret design with a competitive turn of speed.