Available from the factory 2026
The Beneteau First 44 is the latest addition to the prestigious line of First racer-cruisers, a legacy that has been evolving for over forty-five years. Designed by the renowned Naval Architect Roberto Biscontini, this exceptional yacht bridges the gap between the First 36 and the First 53, offering a perfect blend of performance, elegance, and comfort.
The cockpit is thoughtfully designed for social sailing, featuring four winches positioned conveniently forward of the helm and easy access to spacious side decks. The sail plan is expertly crafted to achieve a perfect balance between the mainsail and foresail, ensuring optimal sailing performance.
Inside, the First 44 boasts a well-appointed layout with three cabins, including a forward master suite with en-suite facilities and two aft cabins, along with an additional day head. The saloon, designed for both comfort and functionality, seamlessly combines dining, galley, and navigation spaces while maintaining the bright, open atmosphere Beneteau yachts are known for.
We offer comprehensive finance and part-exchange options to make owning your dream yacht even easier.
Rig
Sloop
FRACTIONAL SLOOP RIG
Anodized aluminium mast and boom
2 sets of aft swept spreaders
C-strand stainless steel rigging
C-strand stainless steel split backstay
Manual genoa furler below deck
Adjustable genoa tracks on coachroof
German mainsheet system with Harken mainsail track on cockpit sole
Complete Dyneema running rigging package
Stack pack with lazy jacks
Polyester bowsprit
FIRST 44 DOWNWIND PACK
2 x Harken Black Magic blocks for spinnaker/code 0 sheets
1 x Harken Black Magic block for spinnaker tackline
1 Dyneema sheaved halyard with block for spinnaker or code 0
Barber hauler with blocks and chain plate on bulwark
SAILS
North Sails 3Di RAW mainsail
North Sails 3Di RAW medium jib with battens
North Sails A2 Asymmetric 75oz Norlon
Facnor sliders
WINCHES
2 x Harken H60.2 STA genoa winches (upgrade)
2 x Harken H46.2 STA working winches
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The New Beneteau First 44 is a pedigree racer cruiser built on years of performance yacht designs that have been competitive from day 1 and are still producing results 10 or more years since their launch. This version of the 44 is the more cruising orientated version with an edge that makes her a fast boat to sail but with additional comforts to make extended cruising even more enjoyable. To assist with short handed sailing the winches and control lines are all led close to the helm positions.
NAVIGATION AIDS
FASTNET PACK - GARMIN
3 GNX120 7'' mast screens + mast bracket + cover
800 AIS
GHS11 VHF Wired handset at starboard helm station
GROUND TACKLE - MOORING/ANCHORING PACK
20kg Delta anchor with 32m chain and 45m warp
1000W electric windlass
GENERAL EQUIPMENT
First 44 sprayhood
Wheel covers
Loop sand cockpit cushions
First 44 Luxe Trim Level 2025
Offshore Pack (GARMIN)
Windlass control in cockpit with chain counter
HiFi: Fusion RA210 + 2 Interior loudspeakers & 2 Waterproof exterior speakers
Induction charging station for smartphones at the chart table
Cabins: Mosquito nets for opening portholes
LED indirect lighting
Navicolor 3.5'' screen, Battery charge display
IBS sensor
2 Additional ancillary AGM batteries 12V 100 A
1 Solid wood cockpit table on stainless steel pedestal
2 extension leaves
1 opened central storage
Protective cover (Cadet Grey)
Electrical engine control on the starboard console
LED spreader lighting
BLACK EDITION PACK (FOR GENOA FURLER BELOW DECK OPTION)
6 Black anodised aluminum mooring cleats
Black lacquered stainless steel pulpits, handrails, stanchions
Textile lifelines with side boarding gates
YANMAR 4JH 57HP INBOARD DIESEL ENGINE
Sail drive with 3-blade folding propeller
ELECTRICS
1 x AGM engine battery (50Ah)
4 x AGM domestic batteries (100Ah, 2 additional as part of Luxe Trim Pack)
Batteries charged by engine alternator (12V/125Ah) and battery charger (40Ah)
230V shore power connection
6 x 230V sockets (master and aft cabins, saloon, chart table and galley)
TANKAGE
Fuel: 200 litre (53 US Gal) rotomoulded tank
Water: 330 litre (87 US Gal) and additional 200 litre (53 US Gal) tanks
Holding: 2 x 64 litre (17 US Gal) tanks to each heads
WATER SYSTEM
Hot and cold pressurised water throughout
40 litre (11 US Gal) electric water heater
ALL FIGURES ARE APPROXIMATE
2026 BUILD TO A 2026 MODEL YEAR - BENETEAU FIRST 44
Built by Beneteau Yachts in France, designed by Roberto Biscontini (Naval Architect) and Lorenzo Argento
Category A for 12 people
CONSTRUCTION
GRP with Balsa sandwich infused hull in White
GRP deck and coachroof in white
Deep cast iron keel
Twin rudders with stainless steel stocks
Twin wheel steering
Electric opening bathing platform with remote control
Tender Garage (designed to house Highfield Roll-up Tender 2m)
Retractable bow thruster
DIMENSIONS
LOA: 14.15m (46'5")
LWL: 12.82m (38'5")
Beam: 4.25m (13'11")
Draft: 2.15m (7'1")
Light Displacement: 10660kg (23,495lbs)
ALL FIGURES ARE APPROXIMATE