Beneteau First 20
Full Specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Overall (LOA) | 5.90 m | 19.4 ft |
| Length Waterline (LWL) | 5.39 m | 17.7 ft |
| Beam | 2.34 m | 7.7 ft |
| Draft | 1.30 m | 4.3 ft |
| Mast Height | 8.00 m | 26.2 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 660 kg | 1,455 lbs |
| Ballast | 165 kg | 364 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 19.5 m² | 210 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Sloop | |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | |
| Keel Type | Lifting | |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 4 HP | |
| Fuel Capacity | — | — |
| Water Capacity | 10 L | 2.6 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 3 | |
| Cabins | 1 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | Sam Manuard | |
| Country of Origin | France | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
26.16
High performance — fast and responsive in light air
Ballast Ratio
25.0%
Light ballast — more tender, may need careful handling
Capsize Screening Ratio
1.08 Offshore Capable
Excellent — suitable for offshore passages
Lower is better. Values below 2.0 are considered suitable for offshore sailing.
Comfort Ratio
10.6
Spartan — racing-oriented, uncomfortable in a seaway
About the Beneteau First 20
A sporty trailerable keelboat offering genuine sailing performance with basic overnight accommodation. The First 20 planes easily in moderate breezes and delivers pure sailing fun.