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Beneteau First 20

• By Jen Brett
• Updated: July 19, 2013

Just shy of 21 feet, the Beneteau First 20 is the smallest boat in this builder’s lineup. But don’t let the size fool you. The First series is the performance-sailing line from Beneteau USA , and like the First 20’s larger siblings, this boat is designed for a good turn of speed. And going with the theory that the easier a boat is to sail, the more likely you are to do so, things have been kept simple. As an updated version of the popular Beneteau First 211, the First 20 has dual rudders, an all-new backstay-less rig, and flies a large square-topped mainsail and 100-percent roller-furling headsail. This Finot-Conq design has higher freeboard than a pure sportboat, which will keep you drier, but still has a modern, sharp look. The First 20 comes standard with a fiberglass bowsprit for flying an asymmetric spinnaker.

I’ve always thought that when I’m done with big cruising boats, I’d love to have a simple trailer-sailer, and the First 20 (with a base price of $37,700) would fit that bill. The lifting keel and fold-down mast fit nicely on a trailer, and with a weight of less than 3,000 pounds, the First 20 can be towed by typical trucks and SUVs, opening up your cruising range to include any number of inland lakes and waterways. Try doing that with a full-size cruising boat.

The cabin is weekend-getaway ready with a double V-berth—it can be separated from the saloon with a privacy curtain—and two decent-sized quarter berths, a small sink, and a portable toilet.

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Beneteau First 20

Beneteau First 20 is a 20 ′ 11 ″ / 6.4 m monohull sailboat designed by Jean Marie Finot (Groupe Finot) and built by Beneteau starting in 2011.

Rig and Sails

Auxilary power, accomodations, calculations.

The theoretical maximum speed that a displacement hull can move efficiently through the water is determined by it's waterline length and displacement. It may be unable to reach this speed if the boat is underpowered or heavily loaded, though it may exceed this speed given enough power. Read more.

Classic hull speed formula:

Hull Speed = 1.34 x √LWL

Max Speed/Length ratio = 8.26 ÷ Displacement/Length ratio .311 Hull Speed = Max Speed/Length ratio x √LWL

Sail Area / Displacement Ratio

A measure of the power of the sails relative to the weight of the boat. The higher the number, the higher the performance, but the harder the boat will be to handle. This ratio is a "non-dimensional" value that facilitates comparisons between boats of different types and sizes. Read more.

SA/D = SA ÷ (D ÷ 64) 2/3

• SA : Sail area in square feet, derived by adding the mainsail area to 100% of the foretriangle area (the lateral area above the deck between the mast and the forestay).
• D : Displacement in pounds.

Ballast / Displacement Ratio

A measure of the stability of a boat's hull that suggests how well a monohull will stand up to its sails. The ballast displacement ratio indicates how much of the weight of a boat is placed for maximum stability against capsizing and is an indicator of stiffness and resistance to capsize.

Ballast / Displacement * 100

Displacement / Length Ratio

A measure of the weight of the boat relative to it's length at the waterline. The higher a boat’s D/L ratio, the more easily it will carry a load and the more comfortable its motion will be. The lower a boat's ratio is, the less power it takes to drive the boat to its nominal hull speed or beyond. Read more.

D/L = (D ÷ 2240) ÷ (0.01 x LWL)³

• D: Displacement of the boat in pounds.
• LWL: Waterline length in feet

Comfort Ratio

This ratio assess how quickly and abruptly a boat’s hull reacts to waves in a significant seaway, these being the elements of a boat’s motion most likely to cause seasickness. Read more.

Comfort ratio = D ÷ (.65 x (.7 LWL + .3 LOA) x Beam 1.33 )

• D: Displacement of the boat in pounds
• LOA: Length overall in feet
• Beam: Width of boat at the widest point in feet

Capsize Screening Formula

This formula attempts to indicate whether a given boat might be too wide and light to readily right itself after being overturned in extreme conditions. Read more.

CSV = Beam ÷ ³√(D / 64)

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An evolution of the First 210, it remains fresh and smart even after more than twenty years. True to its timeless concept, more agressive and sporty looking, the First 20 has been updated and it is the best compromise in its category between safety, performance and comfort. Designed by finot-conq, its full yet sleek hull shape remains a reference for its stability. Its self-supporting rig allow a generous sail plan with a square top mainsail, a code zero and an optional asymmetrical spinnaker. The twin rudders and a chain locker are more highlights of this most enjoyable boat.

Always more habitable and comfortable, the First 20 did away with the bulkheads. Replacing the mast pillar with a structure integrated in the deck, there is no equivalent to this coastal cruiser's sense of inner space. The interiors are well lit thanks to the deck hatch, and featrue four berths and numerous stowage spaces.

CHARACTERISTICS

Lenght OA : 6,40 m

Beam : 2,48 m

Draft : 0,70/ 1,80 m

Light displacement : 1,24 t

Upwind sail area : 26 m2

Downwind sail area : 39 m2

DESIGN & ARCHITECTS

Architects Finot-conq

Exterior design Finot-Conq Interior design. Finot-Conq/Beneteau 

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Cruising World’s review of the Beneteau First 20

July 19, 2013

Beneteau First 20

Just shy of 21 feet, the Beneteau First 20 is the smallest boat in this builder’s lineup. But don’t let the size fool you. The First series is the performance-sailing line from Beneteau USA , and like the First 20’s larger siblings, this boat is designed for a good turn of speed. And going with the theory that the easier a boat is to sail, the more likely you are to do so, things have been kept simple. As an updated version of the popular Beneteau First 211, the First 20 has dual rudders, an all-new backstay-less rig, and flies a large square-topped mainsail and 100-percent roller-furling headsail. This Finot-Conq design has higher freeboard than a pure sportboat, which will keep you drier, but still has a modern, sharp look. The First 20 comes standard with a fiberglass bowsprit for flying an asymmetric spinnaker. READ THE REVIEW: http://www.cruisingworld.com/sailboats/boat-reviews/beneteau-first-20  

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The first 20 beneteau is a 21.0ft fractional sloop designed by finot / conq assoc. and built in fiberglass by beneteau since 2011..

The First 20 Beneteau is a light sailboat which is a reasonably good performer. It is stable / stiff and has a low righting capability if capsized. It is best suited as a day-boat.

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The Bénéteau shipyard has been producing boats for over 130 years. Their unparalleled know-how has meant this French manufacturer is now the world leader in the manufacture of sailing boats. Robust and efficient, Bénéteau boats are always at the cutting edge of innovation. Since 1977, the First range has been offering sailing enthusiasts yachts specially designed for racing and cruising. Cutting edge technology, sturdiness and lightness are what characterise the First 20. This sailboat is competitive on all types of water. It is 6.25 m long and was manufactured from 2012 to 2019. Designed in collaboration with the naval architect Finot Conq et associés, it features a dynamic hull and a self-supporting mast for a generous sail plan. With a square-top mainsail, next generation code 0, spinnakers, and a whole range of the most useful equipment out there ensure you get the best performance out of it. The double rudder gives you precision sailing. For day trips or short cruises, this compact sailboat with its outboard motor and lifting keel is easy to transport on a trailer.

Inside, there is enough room for 4 passengers to sleep on board: - A double berth in the forepeak; - Two single berths in the convertible saloon.

The interior is completely open, giving you a pleasant feeling of space. The First 20 is a high-performance yacht that will delight the most demanding sailing enthusiasts. It's high on thrills for day or weekend outings.

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