Beneteau First 47.7 vs 2008 X-Yachts X-46 — Comparison
Beneteau First 47.7
2008 X-Yachts X-46
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Beneteau First 47.7 | 2008 X-Yachts X-46 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Beneteau | X-Yachts |
| Year | 2003–2008 | 2008–2014 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Denmark |
| Designer | Farr Yacht Design | Niels Jeppesen |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 14.69 m (48.2 ft) | 13.95 m (45.8 ft) |
| LWL | 12.90 m (42.3 ft) | 12.00 m (39.4 ft) |
| Beam | 4.30 m (14.1 ft) | 4.10 m (13.5 ft) |
| Draft | 2.50 m (8.2 ft) | 2.35 m (7.7 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 11,500 kg (25,353 lbs) | 11,000 kg (24,251 lbs) |
| Ballast | 4,200 kg (9,259 lbs) | 4,200 kg (9,259 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 105.0 m² (1,130 ft²) | 93.0 m² (1,001 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 75 HP | 55 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 250 L (66.0 gal) | 160 L (42.3 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 450 L (118.9 gal) | 300 L (79.3 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 10 | 7 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Beneteau First 47.7 and 2008 X-Yachts X-46 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Beneteau First 47.7 is a 2000s design by Beneteau from France, while the 2008 X-Yachts X-46 is a 2000s offering from X-Yachts from Denmark. The Beneteau First 47.7 was penned by Farr Yacht Design. The 2008 X-Yachts X-46 was designed by Niels Jeppesen.
In terms of size, the Beneteau First 47.7 measures 14.69m (48.2ft) overall with a beam of 4.30m, compared to the 2008 X-Yachts X-46 at 13.95m (45.8ft) with a 4.10m beam. The Beneteau First 47.7 is 0.74m longer than the 2008 X-Yachts X-46. The Beneteau First 47.7 displaces approximately 5% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Beneteau First 47.7 has generous sail power for spirited sailing with an SA/D ratio of 20.93 and 105.0 m² of sail area. The 2008 X-Yachts X-46, with an SA/D of 19.10 and 93.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Beneteau First 47.7 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Beneteau First 47.7 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 14.0) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.76). The 2008 X-Yachts X-46 has a comfort ratio of 16.3 and a capsize screening value of 0.74. The ballast ratios are 36.5% for the Beneteau First 47.7 and 38.2% for the 2008 X-Yachts X-46, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Beneteau First 47.7 provides 10 berths in 3 cabins with 450L of water capacity and 250L of fuel. The 2008 X-Yachts X-46 offers 7 berths in 3 cabins with 300L water and 160L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2008 X-Yachts X-46 is the better choice for comfortable cruising thanks to its higher comfort ratio, offering a gentler motion at sea that crews will appreciate on longer passages.
For racing: The Beneteau First 47.7 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The Beneteau First 47.7 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.