Example specification for new Beneteau First 18.
The Beneteau First 18 is a boat that offers sparkling performance thanks to a very light displacement and optimal hull design.
Ideal for those new to sailing with an easy to handle sail plan plus fast set up, the First 18 also rewards the more experienced with excellent pace in a range of wind conditions.
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Rig
Sloop
Carbon fibre mast and reinforced boom
Mast, boom and retractable bowsprit with UV protection
Retractable bowsprit, asymmetrical spinnaker bag on deck
Stainless steel jib furler
Mooring chain plate
Mast step designed for easy masting
Stainless steel standing rigging and turnbuckles
Mainsheet with cleat, swivel, ratchet and 4 ball bearing pulleys
Kicking strap
2 Jib sheets with travellers and cleats
1 Dyneema mainsail halyard with cleat
1 Dyneema jib halyard
1 Asymmetric spinnaker halyard at mast head
1 Retractable bowsprit
2 Asymmetric spinnaker sheets
Cunningham with travellers and cleats
Carrying case for mast
Tool bag for assembly
First 18 Comfort Pack -
Interior cushions 7cm thick
2 x textile storage bags
First 18 mooring / anchor kit
4kg anchor
10m anchor chain
40m of 12mm anchor rope
Anchor, chain and rope storage bag
4 x mooring lines (10m x 12mm dia)
4 x square shape fenders
EXAMPLE SPECIFICATION FOR 2025 MODEL BENETEAU FIRST 18
Built by Naval Architect Manuard YD and designed by EP Studio
CONSTRUCTION
Polyester sandwich shell and deck, reinforced with fibreglass polyester
and vinylester resin
Lifting cast iron keel, polyester laminated with PE epoxy primer and
antifouling protection
LOA: 5,55m 18’3’’
Beam: 2,38m 7’10’’
Light displacement: 500kg 1,102 lbs
Standard keel draft: 1,50 - 0,18m / 4’11’’ - 7’’
Air draft: 8,52m 27’11’’
Category C - 4 people
All figures are approximate