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Introducing the 2023 Beneteau First 36, a remarkable yacht that seamlessly combines the thrill of racing with the comfort of cruiser-racers. Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL, this 39.33 ft yacht is designed for those who demand both performance and versatility on the water. The Beneteau First 36 is not just any yacht; it’s a customizable vessel that can fully plane in moderate breezes, thanks to its deck-stepped tapered aluminium mast with two sets of swept-back spreaders, and high-performance halyards and running rigging featuring Dyneema cores. With a focus on precision sail trimming and maneuverability, the yacht is equipped with two 46 Harken Self-Tailing Performa Winch and four 40 Harken Self-Tailing Performa Winch, ensuring a smooth sailing experience.
Under the hood, the Beneteau First 36 boasts a Yanmar 3YM30 inboard diesel engine, 29 HP with a sail drive and folding propeller, making it as reliable as it is powerful. The yacht’s practicality extends to its 70 L fuel capacity, two 100 L rotomoulded freshwater tanks, and a 12V 50AH AGM engine battery, ensuring long-lasting performance on your voyages. The interior features a lightweight vacuum infused GRP with a low-maintenance gelcoat finish, offering both durability and ease of care. For those who value both the journey and the destination, the Beneteau First 36’s design, emphasizing comfort and performance, along with its Build To Order status allowing for extensive customization, makes it an ideal choice for discerning sailors looking for a top-quality sailing experience.
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Basic Information:
- Price: N/A
- Length: 39.33 ft
- Year: 2023
- Make: Beneteau
- Model: First 36
Technical Specifications:
- Beam: 12.5 ft
- Draft: N/A
- Fuel Capacity: 18.5|gallon
- Water Capacity: 53|gallon
- Cruising Speed: N/A
- Maximum Speed: N/A
Engine Details:
- Make: Yanmar – Model: N/A – Power: N/A
Location:
Fort Lauderdale, FL, US
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What makes the Beneteau First 36 stand out among yachts designed for both racing and cruising?
The Beneteau First 36 is uniquely positioned in the yachting world due to its ability to fully plane in moderate breezes, offering an exhilarating sailing experience usually found in pure racing boats, while also providing the comfort and amenities expected in cruiser-racers. Key features include a deck-stepped tapered aluminium mast, high-performance halyards and running rigging with Dyneema cores, and a versatile sail plan. Its build emphasizes not only speed and performance but also liveability and ease of handling, catering to a wide range of sailors’ needs.
Can the Beneteau First 36 be customized, and what options are available for potential buyers?
Yes, the Beneteau First 36 boasts a Build To Order status, meaning it can be highly customized to meet the specific desires of its owner. Potential customization options range from rigging adjustments suited for either racing or cruising to interior finishes that complement the owner’s style. Buyers can discuss preferences for deck equipment, sail selections, and even the choices in onboard electronics, making each First 36 a reflection of its owner’s unique sailing aspirations and lifestyle.
What are the key performance features of the Beneteau First 36?
The Beneteau First 36 is designed with performance at its heart. Key features include its ability to plane in moderate breezes, a lightweight and strong vacuum-infused GRP construction, and a carefully designed underbody that optimizes upwind performance and control at high speeds. The yacht’s deck equipment, including Two 46 Harken Self-Tailing Performa Winch and Four 40 Harken Self-Tailing Performa Winch, allows for precision sail trimming. The Jefa steering system, coupled with the boat’s balanced hull, provides responsive and exhilarating helming. These elements together ensure a racing edge without compromising cruising comfort.
What amenities does the Beneteau First 36 offer to enhance comfort onboard?
The Beneteau First 36 doesn’t skimp on comfort, offering features designed to make life at sea as enjoyable as possible. Amenities include a lightweight foldable bathing platform with HoneyComb technology for easy access to the water, spacious aft cockpit storage for gear and supplies, and a low-maintenance gelcoat finish for the interior that combines durability with style. Freshwater needs are covered by Two 100 L rotomoulded tanks, ensuring ample supply for extended adventures. Electric and manual bilge pumps provide safety and convenience, highlighting the yacht’s commitment to a pleasant onboard experience.
How does the Yanmar 3YM30 inboard diesel engine benefit the Beneteau First 36’s performance?
The Yanmar 3YM30 inboard diesel engine, with 29 HP and a sail drive with a folding propeller, is a perfect match for the Beneteau First 36, offering reliable and efficient power when needed. This engine enhances the yacht’s performance by providing ample power for maneuvering in tight marinas and calm conditions, without compromising the boat’s sleek, streamlined underwater profile. Its sail drive system reduces drag when sailing, and the folding propeller further ensures that when under sail, the focus remains on maximizing speed and efficiency. With a 70 L fuel capacity, it strikes a balance between range and performance, making this yacht versatile for a variety of sailing adventures.
Provided Description:
Customizable Boat: Fort Lauderdale The BENETEAU First 36 has a mission to bridge the gap between high-tech development in the world of racing and mainstream racer-cruisers. To be specific, even the standard version of First 36 will fully plane in a moderate breeze. However, this by itself was not the main challenge for the design and production teams. For 40 years, the Firsts were successfully hitting the elusive sweet spot between comfort, performance, utility, elegance, high-tech construction, and reasonable price. The First 36 is no different.
Standard FeaturesRIG & RUNNING RIGGING • Deck-stepped tapered Z Spars 9/10 aluminium mast with two sets of swept-back spreaders • Linked standing rigging with bottle screw adjusters, 1×19 wire rope • Backstay with purchase, control lines lead to both steering wheels • Z Spars aluminium boom • Windex 15 • Robline high-performance halyards (Dyneema cores with polyester covers): mainsail, jib, masthead gennaker, masthead Code0 2:1 • Wichard snapchackles & 2x MX8 for Code 0 • Two 46 Harken Self-Tailing Performa Winch • Four 40 Harken Self-Tailing Performa Winch • Spinlock XTS halyard clutches on the coachroof • Ronstan blocks and deck equipment for mainsail, jib and gennaker controls • Robline high-performance running rigging (Dyneema cores with polyester covers): jib & mainsail & gennaker sheets, two mainsail reefs, two tacklines, other control lines • Ronstan aluminium mainsail traveller system with dedicated mainsail sheet winches at both steering wheels • Adjustable jib in- and down-haulers for precise 3D trim of the jib • Wichard folding padeye aft of anchor locker for the staysail deck attachment DECK EQUIPMENT • Stainless steel stanchions (60 cm / 2’’ high) with double lifelines • Aluminium mooring cleats on the bow, stern and beam • Jefa steering system with two composite steering wheels in black • Grabrails on the top of each steering console, with one Silva 85E compass • Moulded GRP toerails front and aft of steering wheels for helmsman and crew • Four Outils Océan rope bags, two at the jib trimmer position & two at the cabin entrance • Two Outils Océan winch handle bags with two Harken winch handles • Anchor locker with a hatch • Stowage compartments for one gas bottles under the port helmsman bench • Storage compartment under the starboard helmsman bench with breathable storage bag • Spacious storage compartment with hatch below the aft cockpit floor between the steering wheels; also for life-raft stowage • Light-weight foldable bathing platform, built in HoneyComb technology, with a lifting system • Foldable and telescopic bathing ladder on the side of the bathing platform, also used as reboarding equipment SALOON • Lightweight vacuum infused GRP interior (saloon benches, galley, icebox, navigation table) with low-maintenance gelcoat finish • Central table island (coffee table), with modular & foldable table flaps (plywood, Alpi teak wood veneer) • Laminated Alpi teak wood veneer fiddles (railing edge) around galley, icebox, navigation table and central table island • Floorboards made of plywood with durable imitation teak • Extremely light deck liners (moulded GRP, mat spray painted finish) and side liners (covered in textile) • Laminated tempered glass windows on both sides of the hull and the sides of the coachroof • Lewmar Flush Hatch 3G (60 cm x 60 cm / 24 inches x 24 inches) above saloon table and two Lewmar Flush Hatch 3G (21 cm x 40 cm / 8 inches x 16 inches) above the galley and navigation table • Wooden companionway stairs, closing the access to the engine compartment • Horizontal sliding plexi panel, with dial combination lock • Plexi companionway washboard in three parts – foldable bottom piece and two removable panels • Comfortable cushions for saloon benches in light grey • Indirect LED lights for different light setups around the ceiling edge, behind the deck inner liner edge and under the benches. Additional red LED lights behind the deck innerliner for night sailing. • Headroom: 1,88 – 1,80 m / 6’ 2’’ – 5’ 11’’ GALLEY • L-galley on the port side of the saloon • Eno gimbaled gas marine stove (2 burners) with oven • Gas installation with safety tap • Galley working surface covered with Kerrock • Cupboards above the galley (plywood, Alpi teak wood veneer) • Bottles storage next to the stove • Single rectangular stainless-steel sink with a freshwater tap & plumbing • Trash bin next to the sink, with the top opening • Locker with drawers below the sink (three drawers, white plywood covers) • Central top-loading icebox (70 L / 18,5 US Gal) NAVIGATION TABLE • Navigation table on the starboard side of the saloon • Chart compartment with top opening • Cupboard with electric panel and storage above the table (plywood, Alpi teak wood veneer) • An adjustable spotlight in white or red • 2x USB-A & 2x USB-C & 2x 230V socket • Installation of all main electric systems behind and under the navigation table • Comfortable V berth (2,02 m x 2,00 m – 0,80 m / 6’ 7’’ x 6’ 7’’ – 2’ 7’’) with cushion • Locker with shelves & hangers (plywood, Alpi teak wood veneer), with fiddle on the top • Storage compartments under V-berth and locker • Shelve with fiddle (plywood, Alpi teak wood veneer) along both sides of the cabin • Indirect LED lights along the deck’s inner liner edge • Two reading spotlights with integrated USB-A sockets • Lewmar Low Profile hatch (60 cm x 60 cm / 24 inches x 24 inces) above the berth • Lewmar Flush Hatch 3G (21 cm x 40 cm / 8 inches x 16 inches) above the entrance AFT CABINS – PORT & STARBOARD • Comfortable berth (2,02 m x 1,35 m / 6’ 7’’ x 4’ 4’’) with cushion • Innovative removable bed slats for the inside berth, enabling easy access to the storage space underneath or its easy removal • Locker with shelves & hangers (plywood, Alpi teak wood veneer), with top fiddle • Shelve with fiddle (plywood, Alpi teak wood veneer) along with the cabin with indirect LED lights • Two reading spotlights with integrated USB-A sockets • Openings to storage space underneath the outside berth • Lewmar Flush Hatch 3G (21 cm x 40 cm / 8 inch x 16 inch) above the entrance • Lewmar Portlight openings towards the cockpit • Headroom: 1,90 / 6’ 3’’ at the entrance HEAD • A compact and innovative head compartment • Light-weight vacuum infused GRP with low-maintenance gelcoat finish • A floor in moulded nonskid surface with shower bilge pump • Innovative foldable GRP sink above the toilet, Barka tap with shower handle • Locker above the sink with mirror • Manual Jabsco toilet with black water tank (50 L / 13,2 US Gal) & plumbing • Lewmar Flush Hatch 3G (21 cm x 40 cm / 8 inch x 16 inch) above the entrance for ventilation • Headroom at the entrance: 1,86 / 6’ 1’’ PROPULSION • Yanmar 3YM30 inboard diesel engine, 21 KW / 29 HP • Sail drive SD25 with Flexofold composite hub folding propeller • Yanmar B-20 engine control panel with tachometer and fuel gauge • Fuel capacity: 70 L / 18,5 US Gal • 12V 50AH AGM engine battery, installed under the icebox • Alternator 12V 125A PLUMBING • 2x 100 L / 26,4 US Gal rotomoulded freshwater tanks under saloon benches • 12V pressurised fresh water system • Plumbing with taps in the galley and head • Electric & manual bilge pump ELECTRICITY • Simarine customised electric control panel (12V & 230DC) with fluids indicators screen, installed at the navigation table • 12V electric circuit and 2 x 12V 105 AH AGM service battery, installed under the ice-box • 230V/115V installation with 30A battery charger and magnetic circuit breaker • 230V or 115V (the USA only) cockpit shore power socket with shore power cord • 2x 230V or 2x 115V (the USA only) next to the navigation table • Indirect LED lights & spotlights; see each room for details • Masthead LED navigation, steaming and anchor lights StatusBuild To Order
Fly Yachts is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by Nautical Ventures-Fort Lauderdale.
