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First 25 Beneteau
Designer: Jean-Marie Finot  ·  Builder: Beneteau  ·  First built: 1979
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About the First 25 Beneteau

Launched as part of Beneteau's renowned First series, this compact 25-footer represents the French builder's commitment to performance-oriented sailing in a manageable package. The First line has long been celebrated for bridging the gap between pure racing machines and practical cruising boats, and the First 25 continues this tradition with a design that emphasizes sailing excitement over accommodations. Built with a moderate displacement hull and contemporary underwater profile typical of the First series, this boat delivers responsive handling and spirited performance that appeals to sailors seeking an engaging sailing experience. The cockpit layout prioritizes sailing efficiency, making it well-suited for coastal sailing, weekend adventures, and entry-level racing programs. While interior accommodations remain modest given the boat's compact dimensions, the layout provides essential amenities for short-term cruising or overnight stays. The First 25's size makes it an attractive option for sailors wanting a boat that's easy to handle short-handed while still offering the quality construction and sailing characteristics Beneteau is known for. This model particularly appeals to those transitioning from smaller boats or seeking a nimble performer for local waters and club racing.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 24.61 ft / 7.50 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 21.82 ft / 6.65 m
Beam 9.19 ft / 2.80 m
Max Draft 4.26 ft / 1.30 m
Displacement 3,968.00 lb / 1,800 kg
Ballast 1,543.00 lb / 700 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 282.00 ft² / 26.20 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/transom hung rudder
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Jean-Marie Finot
Builder Beneteau
First Built 1979
Last Built 1984
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Performance Ratios
SA/Displacement Sail Area to Displacement ratio measures how much sail power a boat has relative to its weight. Higher values mean more performance and speed.
Under 14 — Heavy cruiser, slow14–18 — Cruising sailboat18–22 — Cruiser/racerOver 22 — Performance racer
18.05
Comfort Ratio Ted Brewer's Comfort Ratio predicts how comfortable a boat will feel in offshore conditions. Higher values mean a steadier, more comfortable motion in a seaway.
Under 20 — Uncomfortably rough20–30 — Acceptable coastal30–40 — Good offshore comfortOver 40 — Very comfortable offshore
14.1
Capsize Screening Formula The USHS Capsize Screening Formula estimates offshore capsize risk. Lower is safer — values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing.
Under 2.0 — Safe for offshore2.0–2.2 — Borderline offshoreOver 2.2 — Coastal use recommended
2.33
Hull Speed Hull Speed is the theoretical maximum speed of a displacement hull, calculated from waterline length. Most cruising sailboats reach this speed in moderate conditions. 6.26
S# (Speed Number) The Speed Number (S#) is a quick performance index. Higher values indicate a faster, more powerful design relative to its size.
Under 3.0 — Slow cruiser3.0–5.0 — Average cruiser5.0–7.0 — Performance cruiserOver 7.0 — Racer
3.22
Pounds/Inch Immersion Pounds per Inch Immersion (PPI) tells you how much weight is needed to sink the boat one inch. Useful for calculating how additional gear and stores affect waterline. 716.5
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 31.3
J (Foretriangle Base) 10.56
P (Mainsail Luff) 26.31
E (Mainsail Foot) 8.86
SA Fore 165.26
SA Main 116.55
How It Compares

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Dimensions
LOA
First 25 Beneteau ★
24.6 ft
Capri 25 Catalina
24.6 ft
Ericson 25
24.7 ft
Tanzer 75
24.6 ft
LWL
First 25 Beneteau ★
21.8 ft
Capri 25 Catalina
19.2 ft
Ericson 25
20.8 ft
Tanzer 75
21.8 ft
Beam
First 25 Beneteau ★
9.2 ft
Capri 25 Catalina
9.2 ft
Ericson 25
8.0 ft
Tanzer 75
8.0 ft
Displacement
First 25 Beneteau ★
3 lbs
Capri 25 Catalina
2 lbs
Ericson 25
5 lbs
Tanzer 75
3 lbs
Ballast
First 25 Beneteau ★
1 lbs
Capri 25 Catalina
900 lbs
Ericson 25
2 lbs
Tanzer 75
1 lbs
Sail Area
First 25 Beneteau ★
282 sq ft
Capri 25 Catalina
276 sq ft
Ericson 25
Tanzer 75
236 sq ft
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
First 25 Beneteau ★
Capri 25 Catalina
174 s/nm
Ericson 25
222 s/nm
Tanzer 75
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
First 25 Beneteau ★
18.1
Capri 25 Catalina
21.5
Ericson 25
Tanzer 75
15.6
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
First 25 Beneteau ★
Capri 25 Catalina
30.5 %
Ericson 25
49.0 %
Tanzer 75
42.1 %
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
First 25 Beneteau ★
14.1
Capri 25 Catalina
11.5
Ericson 25
Tanzer 75
16.2
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
First 25 Beneteau ★
2.33
Capri 25 Catalina
2.56
Ericson 25
Tanzer 75
2.05
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
First 25 Beneteau ★
Capri 25 Catalina
187
Ericson 25
251
Tanzer 75
163
Hull Speed
First 25 Beneteau ★
6.3 kts
Capri 25 Catalina
5.9 kts
Ericson 25
Tanzer 75
6.3 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
First 25 Beneteau ★
3.2
Capri 25 Catalina
3.4
Ericson 25
Tanzer 75
3.1
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