Beneteau First 18

A large progressively chined hull gives you a taste of what is to come. The First 18 offers speed and sensations, whatever your programme. Stable and lightweight, with a planning hull and high-performance rigging, the First 18 makes the most of the slightest puff of wind to reach speeds that can equal it! Stiff in a breeze, she is also perfectly at ease when the wind picks up. Certified for four people aboard, the First 18 handles easily with a crew of two or solo, even under spinnaker. Thanks to her lifting keel, you can beach wherever you want..

  • LOA 5.55m
  • Beam 2.38m
  • Standard Sail Area 23.70m²
  • Cabins 1

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Key Features

Transportable

The First 18 is just 5.5 m long, with a built-in centreboard and an ultra-light carbon mast. This makes it easy to tow. The boat can be rigged and launched from the beach or a slipway inside an hour, making it as simple to use as a light dinghy.

Deep draught keel

With a deep draught of 1.50 m and optimised sail areas, the First 18 offers excellent performance even in light air. The boat is easy to control and very stable under sail.

One design regattas

The First 18 is a certified member of the Osiris class, and is officially recognized as a one design by the Fédération Française de Voile (French Sailing Federation), so there will be countless opportunities take the lead in races.

Life on board

The starboard engine mount clears a passageway to climb aboard from the stern. As for the sun lounger on the foredeck, it is an ideal place to relax.

Specification

Manufacturer
Beneteau
Model
First 18
Designer
Manuard YD
LOA
5.55m
Maximum Beam
2.38m
Dry (Light) Weight
500 KG
Category of Sailing
C2
Standard Sail Area
23.70m²
Cabins
1
Berths
2
Base Price
£23,727 ex VAT
On the Water Price
£31,691 ex VAT

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Beneteau Sail Brand Manager

James Douch

Beneteau Sail Brand Manager

James Douch is our Beneteau Sail Brand Manager, here to help you find the best yacht for your boating plans from Beneteau’s extensive range of cruising and performance sailboats. James has been with Ancasta since 2015, previously managing our Lymington Office, and is a helm for the RNLI Lymington Lifeboat.

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