Beneteau First 40
LOA
12.16m (39.9ft)
Beam
3.80m (12.5ft)
Displacement
7,000kg (15,432lbs)
Year
2006–2012
Manufacturer
Beneteau
Full Specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Overall (LOA) | 12.16 m | 39.9 ft |
| Length Waterline (LWL) | 10.58 m | 34.7 ft |
| Beam | 3.80 m | 12.5 ft |
| Draft | 2.15 m | 7.1 ft |
| Mast Height | 17.00 m | 55.8 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 7,000 kg | 15,432 lbs |
| Ballast | 2,500 kg | 5,512 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 74.0 m² | 797 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Sloop | |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | |
| Keel Type | Fin | |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 40 HP | |
| Fuel Capacity | 150 L | 39.6 gal |
| Water Capacity | 280 L | 74.0 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | |
| Cabins | 3 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | Farr Yacht Design | |
| Country of Origin | France | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
20.55
High performance — fast and responsive in light air
Ballast Ratio
35.7%
Moderate — good balance of stability and performance
Capsize Screening Ratio
0.80 Offshore Capable
Excellent — suitable for offshore passages
Lower is better. Values below 2.0 are considered suitable for offshore sailing.
Comfort Ratio
14.9
Spartan — racing-oriented, uncomfortable in a seaway
About the Beneteau First 40
The First 40 bridges the gap between all-out racer and luxury cruiser with aplomb. Her Farr hull is fast and forgiving while the interior offers genuine comfort for extended passages.