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First 25 Sk Beneteau
Designer: Jean-Marie Finot  ·  Builder: Beneteau (Usa)  ·  First built: 1979
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About the First 25 Sk Beneteau

Despite limited available specifications, this compact Beneteau represents the French builder's commitment to accessible sailing during the era when smaller boats dominated the recreational market. The First 25 SK carries the DNA of Beneteau's successful First series, which earned recognition for balancing performance-oriented design with practical cruising capabilities. Built as a trailerable yacht, this model likely appeals to sailors seeking weekend coastal adventures without marina slip commitments. The SK designation suggests sport-cruising intentions, positioning it between pure racing machines and traditional cruisers. Beneteau's reputation during this period emphasized solid fiberglass construction and reasonable build quality at competitive price points. The boat's French pedigree brings European design sensibilities to smaller yacht sailing, with attention to interior space optimization and sailing efficiency. While not intended for serious offshore passages, the First 25 SK would handle protected waters and near-coastal sailing with confidence. Its size makes it an ideal platform for learning advanced sailing techniques or introducing crews to performance-oriented sailing. For buyers seeking an affordable entry into the Beneteau family or a manageable boat for seasonal sailing, this model offers the builder's established reputation in a compact, user-friendly package.

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 5.58 ft / 1.70 m
Displacement 4,850.00 lb / 2,200 kg
Ballast 1,543.00 lb / 700 kg
Ballast Type Iron
Design & Construction
Hull Type Swing Keel
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Jean-Marie Finot
Builder Beneteau (USA)
First Built 1979
Last Built 1984
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Performance Ratios
Ballast/Displacement Ballast to Displacement ratio shows what percentage of the boat's total weight is ballast. Higher values generally mean better initial stability and stiffer sail carrying.
30–35% — Typical cruiser35–45% — Stiff performance boatOver 45% — Racing oriented
31.81
Displacement/Length Displacement to Length ratio measures how heavy a boat is relative to its waterline length. Lower values mean a lighter, faster boat.
Under 100 — Ultralight racer100–200 — Light cruiser/racer200–300 — Moderate cruiser300–400 — Heavy cruiserOver 400 — Very heavy
208.42
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. 4.3 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 2.62 ft / 0.80 m
J (Foretriangle Base) 10.56 ft / 3.22 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 282.00 ft² / 26.20 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) 208.42
How It Compares

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Dimensions
LOA
First 25 Sk Beneteau ★
24.6 ft
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24.6 ft
Santana 525
24.6 ft
Tanzer 75
24.6 ft
LWL
First 25 Sk Beneteau ★
21.8 ft
Capri 25 Catalina
19.2 ft
Santana 525
18.5 ft
Tanzer 75
21.8 ft
Beam
First 25 Sk Beneteau ★
9.2 ft
Capri 25 Catalina
9.2 ft
Santana 525
9.3 ft
Tanzer 75
8.0 ft
Displacement
First 25 Sk Beneteau ★
4 lbs
Capri 25 Catalina
2 lbs
Santana 525
2 lbs
Tanzer 75
3 lbs
Ballast
First 25 Sk Beneteau ★
1 lbs
Capri 25 Catalina
900 lbs
Santana 525
950 lbs
Tanzer 75
1 lbs
Sail Area
First 25 Sk Beneteau ★
Capri 25 Catalina
276 sq ft
Santana 525
261 sq ft
Tanzer 75
236 sq ft
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
First 25 Sk Beneteau ★
Capri 25 Catalina
174 s/nm
Santana 525
189 s/nm
Tanzer 75
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
First 25 Sk Beneteau ★
Capri 25 Catalina
21.5
Santana 525
23.4
Tanzer 75
15.6
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
First 25 Sk Beneteau ★
31.8 %
Capri 25 Catalina
30.5 %
Santana 525
39.6 %
Tanzer 75
42.1 %
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
First 25 Sk Beneteau ★
Capri 25 Catalina
11.5
Santana 525
9.3
Tanzer 75
16.2
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
First 25 Sk Beneteau ★
Capri 25 Catalina
2.56
Santana 525
2.79
Tanzer 75
2.05
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
First 25 Sk Beneteau ★
208
Capri 25 Catalina
187
Santana 525
169
Tanzer 75
163
Hull Speed
First 25 Sk Beneteau ★
Capri 25 Catalina
5.9 kts
Santana 525
5.8 kts
Tanzer 75
6.3 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
First 25 Sk Beneteau ★
Capri 25 Catalina
3.4
Santana 525
3.9
Tanzer 75
3.1
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