Beneteau First 18
Full Specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Overall (LOA) | 5.49 m | 18.0 ft |
| Length Waterline (LWL) | 4.96 m | 16.3 ft |
| Beam | 2.28 m | 7.5 ft |
| Draft | 1.10 m | 3.6 ft |
| Mast Height | 7.50 m | 24.6 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 450 kg | 992 lbs |
| Ballast | 100 kg | 220 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 16.0 m² | 172 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Sloop | |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | |
| Keel Type | Lifting | |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | — | |
| Fuel Capacity | — | — |
| Water Capacity | — | — |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 2 | |
| Cabins | — | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | Sam Manuard | |
| Country of Origin | France | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
27.71
High performance — fast and responsive in light air
Ballast Ratio
22.2%
Light ballast — more tender, may need careful handling
Capsize Screening Ratio
1.19 Offshore Capable
Excellent — suitable for offshore passages
Lower is better. Values below 2.0 are considered suitable for offshore sailing.
Comfort Ratio
8.8
Spartan — racing-oriented, uncomfortable in a seaway
About the Beneteau First 18
The First 18 is a trailerable sportboat that combines racing thrills with minimal cruising capability. Light and responsive with an asymmetric spinnaker for downwind excitement.