Beneteau First 47.7
LOA
14.69m (48.2ft)
Beam
4.30m (14.1ft)
Displacement
11,500kg (25,353lbs)
Year
2003–2008
Manufacturer
Beneteau
Full Specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Overall (LOA) | 14.69 m | 48.2 ft |
| Length Waterline (LWL) | 12.90 m | 42.3 ft |
| Beam | 4.30 m | 14.1 ft |
| Draft | 2.50 m | 8.2 ft |
| Mast Height | 20.00 m | 65.6 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 11,500 kg | 25,353 lbs |
| Ballast | 4,200 kg | 9,259 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 105.0 m² | 1,130 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Sloop | |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | |
| Keel Type | Fin | |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 75 HP | |
| Fuel Capacity | 250 L | 66.0 gal |
| Water Capacity | 450 L | 118.9 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 10 | |
| Cabins | 3 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | Farr Yacht Design | |
| Country of Origin | France | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
20.93
High performance — fast and responsive in light air
Ballast Ratio
36.5%
Moderate — good balance of stability and performance
Capsize Screening Ratio
0.76 Offshore Capable
Excellent — suitable for offshore passages
Lower is better. Values below 2.0 are considered suitable for offshore sailing.
Comfort Ratio
14.0
Spartan — racing-oriented, uncomfortable in a seaway
About the Beneteau First 47.7
The largest First of her era, offering genuine offshore racing performance with superyacht-level comfort below. The First 47.7 is a serious bluewater racer-cruiser for experienced sailors.