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Oceanis 390 Beneteau
Designer: Groupe Finot  ·  First built: 1994
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About the Oceanis 390 Beneteau

Part of Beneteau's popular Oceanis line, this 39-foot cruising sailboat represents the French builder's commitment to comfortable family sailing with straightforward handling characteristics. The Oceanis 390 strikes a balance between coastal cruising capability and offshore potential, making it an appealing choice for sailors seeking a versatile platform for weekend getaways and extended voyages alike. Built with Beneteau's signature approach to maximizing interior volume, the design prioritizes livability without sacrificing sailing performance. The hull form delivers predictable handling characteristics that inspire confidence in various conditions, while the cockpit layout emphasizes ease of operation for short-handed crews. This makes the boat particularly well-suited for couples or small families transitioning from smaller vessels. The Oceanis 390 continues Beneteau's reputation for offering solid construction quality at competitive pricing within the production sailboat market. Its design philosophy centers on practical cruising, featuring systems and layouts that prioritize maintenance accessibility and operational simplicity. While not intended as a performance racer, the boat offers respectable sailing characteristics for those who enjoy spirited passages between anchorages. The model represents a thoughtful approach to mid-sized cruising sailboats, appealing to sailors who value comfort and reliability over cutting-edge performance.

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$57,000 – $57,000
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Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 39.37 ft / 12.00 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 33.14 ft / 10.10 m
Beam 13.12 ft / 4.00 m
Max Draft 6.07 ft / 1.85 m
Displacement 17,637 lb / 8,000 kg
Ballast 6,173 lb / 2,800 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 710 ft² / 65.96 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Groupe Finot
First Built 1994
Last Built 1999
Related Sailboats Oceanis 393 Beneteau · Bavaria 390 · Dufour 39 Cc · J39 · First 407 Beneteau
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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
 16.73
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
 35.0
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
 216.33
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
 25.07
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
 2.02
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. 7.71 kn
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. 9.32 pounds/inch
How It Compares

vs. Bavaria 390, Dufour 39 Cc, First 407 Beneteau, J39, Oceanis 393 Beneteau

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Dimensions
LOA
Oceanis 390 Beneteau ★
39.4 ft
Bavaria 390
39.4 ft
Dufour 39 Cc
39.3 ft
First 407 Beneteau
39.3 ft
J39
39.4 ft
Oceanis 393 Beneteau
39.4 ft
LWL
Oceanis 390 Beneteau ★
33.1 ft
Bavaria 390
34.1 ft
Dufour 39 Cc
31.8 ft
First 407 Beneteau
34.8 ft
J39
32.5 ft
Oceanis 393 Beneteau
33.1 ft
Beam
Oceanis 390 Beneteau ★
13.1 ft
Bavaria 390
13.1 ft
Dufour 39 Cc
12.6 ft
First 407 Beneteau
12.3 ft
J39
12.4 ft
Oceanis 393 Beneteau
13.1 ft
Displacement
Oceanis 390 Beneteau ★
17 lbs
Bavaria 390
17 lbs
Dufour 39 Cc
15 lbs
First 407 Beneteau
15 lbs
J39
12 lbs
Oceanis 393 Beneteau
17 lbs
Ballast
Oceanis 390 Beneteau ★
6 lbs
Bavaria 390
6 lbs
Dufour 39 Cc
4 lbs
First 407 Beneteau
5 lbs
J39
5 lbs
Oceanis 393 Beneteau
6 lbs
Sail Area
Oceanis 390 Beneteau ★
710 sq ft
Bavaria 390
720 sq ft
Dufour 39 Cc
—
First 407 Beneteau
806 sq ft
J39
799 sq ft
Oceanis 393 Beneteau
720 sq ft
Performance
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Oceanis 390 Beneteau ★
16.7
Bavaria 390
17.0
Dufour 39 Cc
—
First 407 Beneteau
21.1
J39
23.3
Oceanis 393 Beneteau
17.3
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Oceanis 390 Beneteau ★
35.0 %
Bavaria 390
36.3 %
Dufour 39 Cc
29.0 %
First 407 Beneteau
39.1 %
J39
—
Oceanis 393 Beneteau
35.3 %
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Oceanis 390 Beneteau ★
25.1
Bavaria 390
24.6
Dufour 39 Cc
—
First 407 Beneteau
22.9
J39
20.1
Oceanis 393 Beneteau
—
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Oceanis 390 Beneteau ★
2.02
Bavaria 390
2.02
Dufour 39 Cc
—
First 407 Beneteau
1.99
J39
2.12
Oceanis 393 Beneteau
—
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Oceanis 390 Beneteau ★
216
Bavaria 390
198
Dufour 39 Cc
217
First 407 Beneteau
160
J39
—
Oceanis 393 Beneteau
210
Hull Speed
Oceanis 390 Beneteau ★
7.7 kts
Bavaria 390
7.8 kts
Dufour 39 Cc
—
First 407 Beneteau
7.9 kts
J39
7.6 kts
Oceanis 393 Beneteau
—
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Oceanis 390 Beneteau ★
—
Bavaria 390
—
Dufour 39 Cc
—
First 407 Beneteau
3.8
J39
3.9
Oceanis 393 Beneteau
—
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