First 42 Beneteau


7 / 449 - score 89%

The First 42 Beneteau is a 42.92ft masthead sloop designed by German Frers and built in fiberglass by Beneteau between 1981 and 1985.

The First 42 Beneteau is a light sailboat which is a reasonably good performer. It is very stable / stiff and has a good righting capability if capsized. It is best suited as a coastal cruiser. The fuel capacity is originally small. There is a good water supply range.

This boat has a good score and ranks in the top quarter. It is an excellent choice.

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Main features 97%


Model First 42 Beneteau
Length 42.92 ft
Beam 13.08 ft (97%) the closest to 13.12 ft
Draft 7.25 ft
Country France (Europe)
Estimated price $ 64660

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Ratios 97%


Sail area / displ. 17.80 (97%) the closest to 17.75
Ballast / displ. 47.06 %
Displ. / length 179.29
Comfort ratio 24.78
Capsize 1.97

Hull 74%


Hull type Monohull fin keel with spade rudder
Construction Fiberglass
Waterline length 36 ft (74%) the closest to 35.10 ft
Maximum draft 7.25 ft
Displacement 18738 lbs
Ballast 8818 lbs
Hull speed 8.04 knots

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Rigging


Rigging Masthead Sloop
Sail area (100%) 782 sq.ft
Air draft 0 ft ??
Sail area fore 441.67 sq.ft
Sail area main 340.18 sq.ft
I 52.80 ft
J 16.73 ft
P 46.60 ft
E 14.60 ft

Engine


Nb engines 1
Total power 50 HP
Fuel capacity 40 gals

Accommodations


Water capacity 100 gals
Headroom 0 ft
Nb of cabins 0
Nb of berths 0
Nb heads 0

Builder data


Builder Beneteau
Designer German Frers
First built 1981
Last built 1985
Number built 0 ??

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