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Beneteau Boats
By Jeff Hemmel | March 2023
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Beneteau is one of Europe’s oldest boat builders . Founded in 1884 by Benjamin Beneteau in the French port city of Croix-de-Vie, early fishing-oriented boats were designed with two goals — to be durable enough to handle the North Atlantic waters and fast enough to be first back to shore with the day’s catch. Today, Beneteau is still known for these core traits but has evolved from the builder’s early commercial-fishing roots to become one of Europe’s leading builders of recreational power and sail boats. Powerboat models include the Flyer range of day boats from 21’ – 34’, Antares outboard-powered cruisers from 24’ – 36’, Gran Turismo express cruisers from 32’ -48’, long-distance Swift Trawlers from 37’ – 48’ and the flagship 62’ Grand Trawler .Power options span from gasoline-powered outboards to gasoline and diesel-powered sterndrives, diesel inboards and Volvo Penta’s IPS Inboard Performance System .
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Beneteau currently produces a variety of models divided between the day boat, cruiser, express cruiser and trawler categories.
Boat Types | Day Boats, Cruisers, Express Cruisers, Trawlers |
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Hull Types | Fiberglass Planing V-hulls, Fiberglass Displacement Hulls |
Average Length/Size | Day Boats from 21’ - 34’, Outboard-powered Cruisers from 24’ - 36’, Express Cruisers from 32’ -48’, Trawlers from 37’ - 62’ |
Fuel Types | Gasoline, Diesel |
Cost of New Boats | Priced near the top of the market compared to other similar boats |
Cost of Used Boats | Priced near the top of the market compared to other similar boats |
Activity/Usage Types | Recreational cruising; fishing; waterskiing/wakeboarding; weekend/overnighting; long-distance cruising; entertaining |
Types of Beneteau Boats
Beneteau manufacturers a variety of both power and sail boat models. The Powerboat line includes Flyer day boats from 21’ – 34’, Antares outboard-powered cruisers from 24’ – 36’, Gran Turismo express cruisers from 32’ -48’, long-distance Swift Trawlers from 37’ – 48’ and the flagship 62’ Grand Trawler .
- Available in both open-bow and enclosed-bow designs from 21’ – 34’, the Flyer range of dayboats is designed with cruising, performance, entertaining and watersports in mind.
- Enclosed-bow SUNdeck models offer sunbathing lounges topside and cabins with berths, toilets or enclosed heads, and galley variations below.
- Open-bow SPACEdecks maximize passenger space with forward bow seating that converts to a roomy sunpad, cockpits that focus on cruising or fishing and, on larger models, open cabins with toilets and modular cockpits to enhance socializing.
- Models include Flyer 7 SPACEdeck , Flyer 7 SUNDeck , Flyer 8 SPACEdeck , Flyer 8 SUNdeck , Flyer 9 SPACEdeck , Flyer 9 SUNdeck and Flyer 10 .
- Six models from 24’ – 36’, the Antares line of cruisers includes the Antares 7 , Antares 8 , Antares 8 Fishing , Antares 9 , Antares 11 and Antares 11 Fly .
- Each is defined by an enclosed pilothouse , inviting cabin, flared hull and outboard engine power.
- Models include traditional weekend cruiser designs as well as flybridge and fishing-focused models .
- Highlights include open-feeling wheelhouses with large salons , below-deck cabin with seating that connects to forward berths, enclosed head compartments with toilet and shower, and galleys with refrigerator sink and stove.
- Sleek express cruisers from 32’-48’, Gran Turismo models include the Gran Turismo 32 , Gran Turismo 36 , Gran Turismo 41 and Gran Turismo 45 .
- Common style elements include a recessed forward deck with sun lounges to soak up the rays, hardtop-covered cockpit with large window to maintain a bright and open feel, and open aft cockpit area that can be used for seating, entertaining or sunbathing.
- Below deck, roomy cabins include a forward berth/dinette, mid-cabin berth, galley and enclosed heads.
- Depending on size, power options extend from twin outboard or twin sterndrive configurations to Volvo Penta’s Inboard Performance System (IPS) .
- Designed with the long-distance traveler in mind, Swift Trawlers — including the Swift Trawler 35 , Swift Trawler 41 Fly , Swift Trawler 41 Sedan and Swift Trawler 48 — are seaworthy vessels that combine safety and stability with comfortable accommodations.
- Styles include traditional , flybridge and sedan models.
- Topside, enclosed wheelhouses pair with main salons that offer aft galleys and abundant passenger seating. The latter often doubles as sleeping space.
- Below deck, as many as three cabins combine with up to two enclosed head compartments and shower to guarantee a comfortable excursion.
- Power is provided by a choice of shaft-line drives from Volvo Penta .
- The ultimate flagship in Beneteau’s trawler family, the Grand Trawler 62 provides passengers luxurious accommodations no matter how long the voyage.
- A large flybridge includes wetbar and table seating. Below, the wheelhouse is matched with large galley, dining area and salon.
- Below deck, the guest cabin in the bow and midship owner suite take full advantage of the boat’s generous beam for hotel-like room. Or, reconfigure the layout to create as many as four cabins and multiple head compartments.
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Faqs about beneteau boats.
Find the answers to frequently asked questions about Beneteau boats, including the types of boats Beneteau makes, where they’re produced and how to find a Beneteau boat that fits your needs and lifestyle.
Beneteau builds a diverse list of models, divided between the day boat, cruiser, express cruiser and trawler categories.
Powerboat models include the Flyer range of day boats from 21’ – 34’, Antares outboard-powered cruisers from 24’ – 36’, Gran Turismo express cruisers from 32’ -48’, long-distance Swift Trawlers from 37’ – 48’ and the flagship 62’ Grand Trawler.
Beneteau is headquartered in Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie, France. The company operates multiple factories in the country and in the United States.
Beneteau boats use a variety of engines, including single and twin gasoline outboard configurations, gasoline and diesel sterndrives, diesel inboards and Volvo Penta’s IPS (Inboard Performance System).
Beneteau offers a manufacturer’s warranty covering structural issues for 7 years and parts and labor for 3 years. For more details visit beneteau.com .
Yes, Beneteau boats are easy to maintain. Basic maintenance, including washing and waxing the fiberglass hull , keeping engine compartments clean and dry, and cleaning and using protectant on vinyl surfaces will keep a Beneteau boat looking and performing like new for years to come. Boats left in the water should have hulls cleaned yearly to remove marine growth; anti-fouling paint on submerged areas of the hull should also be applied. Follow the manufacturer’s recommended maintenance schedule, including yearly engine service, to ensure reliable, safe operation. Factory-recommended service should be performed at an authorized Beneteau dealer.
Beneteau’s Flyer line is designed with recreational watersports — including inflatable tubing, waterskiing and wakeboarding — in mind. Beneteau’s Airstep hulls provide quick acceleration and skiing-friendly top speeds. Amenities include aft tow bars that raise the towrope over the boat’s outboard engine, easy access to aft swim platforms and deep-water reboarding ladders.
Beneteau has a vast dealer network spread over five continents. Find your local Beneteau dealer here .
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In a head-to-head comparison of entry level inboard cruisers, we think the lower price and practicality of the Catalina favors it over the glitter and gloss of the Beneteau.
People who start in small boats and trade up often view 27 feet as some kind of milestone, and rightly so. At around 27 feet, an inboard engine and the possibility of standing headroom are enticing. Accommodations often become spacious enough for two couples or a family of four to live aboard for a couple of weeks without strain. And hull speed with appropriate sail and engine power typically permits average-weather runs of 35 to 40 miles in an 8-hour day—long enough legs to satisfy the wanderlust of most cruisers.
Two of the most popular 27-foot cruising boat designs are from Beneteau and Catalina, both huge builders. Beneteau bills itself as the largest sailboat company in the world; Catalina lays claim to being the largest in the U.S. The designs of both companies often set the tone for styling by other sailboat makers.
Checking out both boats in recent sales listings, we noticed their Euro-styled interior layouts are at least superficially similar as well, as are hull and sail plan dimensions (see chart, courtesy of our friernds at Sailboatdata.com. Which boat, we wondered, is the better buy, and for whom?
Both the Beneteau and the Catalina utilize modern wide-body, fin-keel, spade-rudder configurations, relatively long waterlines, and moderate rigs with shrouds moved inboard to permit a narrower sheeting base. The Beneteau has a slightly shorter LOA but longer LWL (length waterline), and a nearly plumb bow. The 265’s draft is mid-range (4′ 2″ vs. the Catalina’s choice of 5′ 0″ deep fin or 3′ 6″ fin with wings).
Both test boats have inboards. Catalina does not offer an outboard option as it once did with its old 27. Catalina’s chief engineer, Gerry Douglas, doesn’t think it’s suitable for a 27- footer, especially one weighing 6,400 pounds-and, he says, neither did most buyers of Catalina 27s over the last several years. (Among other problems, in a seaway an outboard prop tends to ventilate excessively).
Both the Beneteau and Catalina offer easy access to their respective sugar-scoop transoms for boarding, but the Beneteau’s standard tiller simplifies transit through this space. Note the single lifeline and pelican hook arrangement to secure the transom (so-so) and the nicely canted cockpit seat backs with integrated grab rails.
Still, Beneteau, with a 4,800-lb. boat, offered an outboard version of the First 265 when the boat came out in the 90s, and recommends a 9.9-hp. outboard for those who wish to go this route. So far, few buyers have. Beyond the ventilating prop problem, the reason is mostly economic: By the time Beneteau buyers acquire the outboard engine and associated paraphernalia, the dollar difference between inboard and outboard shrinks to around and those who opt for the outboard miss the shore power option and electric hot water heater option which Beneteau threw in” free” with the inboard package.
The rigs of the two boats may appear quite similar at first glance, but upon close inspection a number of important differences emerge.
Beneteau First 265 | Courtesy: Sailboatdata.com |
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Hull Type: | Fin w/spade rudder |
Rigging Type: | Fractional Sloop |
LOA: | 26.00 ft / 7.92 m |
LWL: | 24.17 ft / 7.37 m |
S.A. (reported): | 323.00 ft² / 30.01 m² |
Beam: | 9.42 ft / 2.87 m |
Displacement: | 4,800.00 lb / 2,177 kg |
Ballast: | 1,430.00 lb / 649 kg |
Max Draft: | 4.92 ft / 1.50 m |
Construction: | FG |
Ballast Type: | Iron |
First Built: | 1990 |
Last Built: | 1997 |
# Built: | 520 |
Builder: | Beneteau |
Designer: | Group Finot |
Fuel: | 7 gals / 26 L |
Water: | 10 gals / 38 L |
S.A. / Displ.: | 18.21 |
Bal. / Displ.: | 29.79 |
Disp: / Len: | 151.76 |
Comfort Ratio: | 15.13 |
Capsize Screening Formula: | 2.24 |
S#: | 3.51 |
Hull Speed: | 6.59 kn |
Pounds/Inch Immersion: | 813.53 pounds/inch |
I: | 31.33 ft / 9.55 m |
J: | 10.07 ft / 3.07 m |
P: | 30.51 ft / 9.30 m |
E: | 10.82 ft / 3.30 m |
S.A. Fore: | 157.75 ft² / 14.66 m² |
S.A. Main: | 165.06 ft² / 15.33 m² |
S.A. Total (100% Fore + Main Triangles): | 322.81 ft² / 29.99 m² |
S.A./Displ. (calc.): | 18.2 |
Est. Forestay Length: | 32.91 ft / 10.03 m |
The Beneteau features a seven-eighths rig with single spreaders, adjustable split backstay, mast stepped on deck with compression strut in the cabin, and shrouds tied into a force grid molded into the cabin top via a set of studs threaded into a patented configuration involving stem balls set into bronze plates. (We’d prefer a set of conventional-and more easily adjustable and replaceable turnbuckles.) The mast is stepped on a hinge for lowering the spar at bridges, trailer ramps, or for maintenance, but Beneteau says use of the hinge is not recommended without side-sway preventers- currently available as an option in Europe, but not in the U.S.
The Beneteau’s genoa sheets lead to cars riding on C-shaped aluminum tracks, which double as handrails, on the cabintop. It’s not easy to grab the tracks/rails, which require feeding your fingers through a narrow slot molded into the coach roof. We’d rather see separate handrails. We’d also prefer to see the Beneteau’s cockpit mounted mainsheet traveler track moved forward onto the cabintop (as the Catalina is configured), so crew moving from cockpit to cabin don’t have to dodge the mainsheet and car. But, unfortunately, moving the track forward isn’t feasible because of the long companionway bridge deck, which reaches forward beyond the boom’s midpoint.
Catalina 270 | Courtesy: Sailboatdata.com |
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Hull Type: | Fin w/spade rudder |
Rigging Type: | Masthead Sloop |
LOA: | 28.33 ft / 8.63 m |
LOD: | 27.00 ft / 8.23 m |
LWL: | 23.75 ft / 7.24 m |
S.A. (reported): | 316.00 ft² / 29.36 m² |
Beam: | 9.83 ft / 3.00 m |
Displacement: | 6,240.00 lb / 2,830 kg |
Ballast: | 1,840.00 lb / 835 kg |
Max Draft: | 5.00 ft / 1.52 m |
Construction: | FG |
First Built: | 1992 |
Last Built: | 2007 |
Builder: | Catalina Yachts (USA) |
Designer: | Gerry Douglas |
Make: | Perkins |
Model: | 20 |
Type: | Diesel |
HP: | 18 |
Fuel: | 14 gals / 53 L |
S.A. / Displ.: | 14.96 |
Bal. / Displ.: | 29.49 |
Disp: / Len: | 207.94 |
Comfort Ratio: | 18.28 |
Capsize Screening Formula: | 2.14 |
S#: | 2.38 |
Hull Speed: | 6.53 kn |
Pounds/Inch Immersion: | 834.19 pounds/inch |
I: | 33.33 ft / 10.16 m |
J: | 9.25 ft / 2.82 m |
P: | 28.25 ft / 8.61 m |
E: | 11.50 ft / 3.51 m |
S.A. Fore: | 154.15 ft² / 14.32 m² |
S.A. Main: | 162.44 ft² / 15.09 m² |
S.A. Total (100% Fore + Main Triangles): | 316.59 ft² / 29.41 m² |
S.A./Displ. (calc.): | 14.99 |
Est. Forestay Length: | 34.59 ft / 10.54 m |
Mast Height from DWL: | 37.42 ft / 11.41 m |
Notes | |
Wing keel: | |
- draft: 3.5'/1.07m. | |
- ballast: 2,060 lbs / 933 kg | |
- displacement: 6,460 lbs / 2,930 kg | |
Later models were available with a Yanmar 2GM20F motor. | |
LE (Luxury Edition) version also available. |
The Catalina’s masthead rig, even with double spreaders (permitting use of a lighter spar than the Beneteau), is more conventional. Although the Catalina’s mast is shorter and its mainsail is smaller, the foretriangle height is two feet taller than the Beneteau’s, resulting in more total sail area when setting a big genoa.
The Catalina’s rig design strives for simplicity and ease of use (no backstay bridle adjustment, no line-adjusted genoa car position as on the Beneteau). Helping to make sailing the Catalina a no-hassle experience is an impressive array of standard equipment not seen on the Beneteau: A double-ended mainsheet, adjustable either at a cam cleat on the traveler car or at a cabin top stopper, where a winch can be used; a pair of two-speed Lewmar self-tailing #30s (compared to Beneteau’s single speed #16s); a standard 135-percent genoa on a good quality Hood single-line furler (compared to Beneteau’s standard 100-percent jib and furler hardware available only as an option); a total of five cabintop rope clutches (vs. three for the Beneteau); Dutchman mainsail flaking system; and single-line reefing (though our Catalina test boat did not have single-line reefing rigged).
Other features on deck also favor the Catalina. Working aft from the bow: The welded pulpit, like the stanchions, is 1-inch stainless steel tubing (vs. the Beneteau’s 7/8-inch), has two horizontal rails (vs. one for the Beneteau) and four legs (three for the Beneteau). There are twin anchor rollers at the stemhead (one on the Beneteau). Both boats have anchor lockers built into the forward deck, but the Beneteau’ s locker has a water tank fill cap in its bottom. This can make it extremely inconvenient to fill the tank when line and chain are piled over the cap. And the combination bow light is mounted directly behind and partly obscured by the center support of the pulpit.
Moving further aft, the Catalina’s six stanchions are fitted with double lifelines and, being 24-3/4 inches off the deck, give a good measure of security. In contrast, the Beneteau has only four stanchions, less than 18 inches high, with single lifelines. The low lifelines are at “tripping height,” and while the scale may be aesthetically pleasing, safety is compromised.
The cockpits on both boats have comfortably high, canted coamings and angled seats. The Catalina’s cockpit is noticeably roomier, due not only to the absence of a cockpit traveler, but also to the placement of the wheel way aft, with an athwartships helm seat 5 feet wide-big enough for three for cocktails at the mooring. On the Catalina, there’s room for nine at the dock, as big a cockpit as could be desired in this size boat. And that doesn’t include a pair of “observation seats” built into each corner of the push pit.
In contrast, the Beneteau seats no more than seven at the dock, and that assumes that one passenger is seated atop the traveler and the tiller is swung up out of the way.
We have no objection to tillers-in fact we generally prefer them in this size boat—provided there’s no noticeable drag in the rudder tube and that the forward end is a comfortable height over the sole.
Catalina chose Edson for its 32-inch stainless steel destroyer wheel on a pedestal, a brand we associate with high quality and reliability. The size and placement is good for steering from either a sitting or standing position; brake and compass binnacle (4- inch Danforth Constellation) are standard; pedestal-mounted brackets for additional instruments such as depth sounder and speedo are extra.
The Beneteau’s compass is optional, mounted along with any other optional instruments on the cabinhouse bulkhead, a better position for crew viewing but not as good for the helmsman.
Both boats have swim platforms and stainless swing-down swim ladders. The Catalina easily wins the Ladder Sweepstakes with a four-step, 24-inch wide ladder with flat plastic treads, compared to the Beneteau’s three-step, 8-1/2-inch wide ladder with treads only 1-1/4-inch wide, made by flattening the stainless tubing a bit.
The Catalina’s ladder swings up to form the center part of the push pit, a clever and neat-looking design. The Beneteau ropes off the transom area with a length of lifeline and a pelican hook.
Both swim platforms are molded into “sugar-scoop” transoms, and both are elevated 9 inches off the water, with a bit of transom projecting below.
CONSTRUCTION
Both boats utilize external bolt-on lead keels, suitably thick fiberglass lay-up schedules, solid glass hulls and balsacored decks, with reasonably stout hull-deck connections. Both have highly engineered force grids molded into their hull liners, of particular note since the shrouds in both boats lead not to traditional chainplates but to intermediate tie rods that in turn are joined to metal plates for the most part hidden behind interior liners. On both boats we would prefer better inspection ports to view these crucial connections.
On both boats, the pulpits and stanchions are fastened to the deck with a single large threaded stud, projecting down through the deck and secured with a large washer and nut. Four through-bolts and large backing plates to distribute the load would be better.
Deck hardware (blocks, tracks, hatches, ports) on the Catalina is mostly made by Garhauer, Nibo, and Beckson, all vendors noted for producing decent-quality but low-cost equipment. On the Beneteau, Harken, Spinlock, and Lewmar are predominant and, in our opinion, something of an upgrade. As already mentioned, both boats use Lewmar winches. We judged all branded hardware on both boats to be of acceptable quality.
The interior layouts on the two boats are quite similar: a large double-berth aft, galley to port next to the companionway, head opposite the galley, U-shaped dining area around a smallish table supported by the mast compression post with a V-berth forward. (See line drawings.)
All berths on both boats have comfortable 4-inch cushions. The aft berth on the Beneteau measures 60″ x 77″, and you sleep parallel to the keel; the Catalina is slightly narrower at 57 inches wide, is 74 inches to 86 inches long depending on which side you’re on, and you sleep athwartships. We wouldn’t be inclined to sleep two in either aft berth, since the inside party not only doesn’t have much vertical roll-over room due to incursion of the cockpit sole, but also must crawl over the outside party to get up.
Neither the Catalina nor the Beneteau forward berths have these problems. On the Beneteau, you can lower the table and set up the berth without undue commotion; but setting up the Catalina berth involves a lot of fussy positioning of the raised forward seat and locking it in place with a pair of hard-to-reach latches.
The forward berth on the Beneteau measures 19 inches at the front, 76 inches at the back, and is 88 inches long. On the Catalina it’s 10 inches at the front, 68 inches at the back, and 75 inches long. Tall folks will appreciate the larger Beneteau berth.
The Beneteau has the edge on locker space, with three separate hanging lockers (including one open-air unit in the head), and a liquor cabinet under what a Beneteau brochure describes as a nav station. Still, this small horizontal surface gives the galley slave some countertop space. The Catalina also suffers from lack of sufficient galley top working space…one of the compromises you’ll find in boats of this size range.
The use of maintenance-hungry exterior wood has been completely eliminated on the Catalina, and minimized on the Beneteau except for the companionway drop slides (King StarBoard plastic on the Catalina, nicely varnished cherry-veneer plywood on the Beneteau). Below, both boats use some wood to visually warm up the otherwise mostly white interior. The surface is totally fiberglass on the Catalina, but on the Beneteau, soft white foam-backed vinyl lines the upper halves of the hull sides. .
Catalina’s use of wood is sparing (varnished teak doors and trim, teak dining table, small patch of maple and teak sole forward), while Beneteau’s is lavish (varnished cherry bulkheads and trim, full teak sole). The wood is set off on both boats by neatly made upholstery on berths and settees, on the Catalina by a combination of Ultrasuede-like material and light patterned cotton fabrics, on the Beneteau by a practical and soft dark green velvet.
The Beneteau interior gives an impression of good craftsmanship with a dark though pleasantly airy cabin. On the Catalina, the impression is of a more basic, but much lighter and equally airy boat. The Catalina’s lightness is helped by a skylight of milk-white Plexiglas (two layers thick) aft of the mast, and more area in the main cabin ports. For ventilation, the Catalina has six opening ports plus a forward hatch, while the Beneteau has eight plus a forward hatch. Screens for the ports (but not for either the forward or main hatch) are standard on both the Catalina and the Beneteau. Neither boat has a rollup sunshade over the forward hatch, which would be a nice touch.
PERFORMANCE
We did our testing on the Manatee River off Palmetto, Florida. Both boats seemed quite stiff, well balanced, and very responsive to the helm. Both could be spun in more or less their own length. The day we sailed the Beneteau, it was blowing 15 knots steadily and 20 in gusts, and the 265 heeled not more than 25 degrees close-hauled with full sail. This impressed us. So did the Catalina, which was at least as stable on a breezier day (wind 20-25, occasional gusts to 30) with full sail, only burying the rail once in a particularly vicious wind burst. In short, we wouldn’t hesitate to sail either boat in dusty weather.
Though hard to judge in such strong, shifting winds, we think the Beneteau had the edge in sailing speed, as her specifications would indicate. Under power, however, her smaller engine and prop (single-cylinder, 9-hp., 26-CID Volvo, 15 x 12 optional folding prop) was definitely not as effective upwind as the Catalina’s (three-cylinder, 18-hp, 3 7-CID Perkins, two-blade 13 x 10 prop). The Catalina’s Perkins also was smoother and quieter, despite the fact that its engine box (two removable clam-shells back to back, of fiberglass-foam sandwich construction) had no added insulation, while the Beneteau’s plywood box was lined with soft foam. Engine and shaft log access was very good on the Beneteau, superb on the Catalina.
At the moment, PHRF for the Beneteau is 168. The Catalina’s is 198.
THE BOTTOM LINE
To some extent, the choice between the Beneteau 265 and the Catalina 270 is a trade off between elegant French styling on the one hand, and no-nonsense American practicality on the other.
The choice comes down to the Beneteau’s lighter hull with quicker acceleration, and the Catalina’s equally maneuverable but heavier hull with greater load-carrying capacity and living space below.
All boats are compromises, and personal taste and prejudices do enter the picture. That said, we admit to a clear preference for the Catalina. We especially like the lightness and brightness of its interior, enhanced by numerous large ports and an overhead skylight. Most of all, we like the Catalina’s greater value for the money-not just because the overall price is about 10 percent lower than a comparable Beneteau, but because of the better choice of standard items. For example, note the differences between some of the Beneteau’s items and the Catalina’s: 9-hp. raw-water-cooled engine vs. 18-hp. freshwater-cooled; no engine tach or fuel gauge vs. both standard; 8.25-gallon fuel tank vs. 14 gallons; 16.25-gallon water tank vs. 26 gallons; holding tank 11.5 gallons vs. 18; single-speed #16 self-tailing Lewmars vs. two-speed #30 STs; a 1.6- gpm Shurflo pressure water pump vs. a 2.8-gpm Shurflo pump: a gimbaled two-burner non-pressure alcohol stove vs. a gimbaled two-burner LPG stove, and so on.
The Catalina is heavier, more stable, roomier, and better equipped. The Beneteau has more stowage lockers, faster acceleration, and French-flavored rather than California flavored Eurostyle. Both boats do well in heavy air. Neither is a racehorse likely to win much in competition. Neither wins the prize as the ultimate low-cost 27-footer, though the Catalina 270 may come close. Now if Catalina had only installed a good-size hanging locker, put in more working counter surface in the galley, make it easier to make up the forward berth…
Beneteau First 265/Catalina 270 | |
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1993 Beneteau First 265 | Murray Yacht Sales |
$14,000 | (985) 789-4210 |
New Orleans LA | |
1994 Beneteau First 265 | Colorado Sail and YC |
Price on request | (970) 531-9008 |
Grand Lake CO | |
1995 Catalina 270 | Snug Harbor Boats |
$26,950 | 770-790-5261 |
Buford GA | |
1995 Catalina 270 | Murray Yacht Sales |
$21,900 | 985-789-4210 |
Dallas TX |
This review was first published November 23, 2015 and has been updated.
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Excellent comparison on both boats. I have been looking at the B & C and your article cleared up many questions I had.
Having owned a Catalina 270 for about 8 years now, and having upgraded most of the systems to reasonably current technology, we’d say this boat is a pleasure to sail. The only rea downsides are a lack of storage, (to be expected in a 27 footer) and the steering gear cover in the aft berth. It’s really annoying.
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Beneteau has introduced the new First 30, a sailboat designed to offer a fresh approach to small-boat sailing with the concept of a planing cruiser. This model aims to make the experience of planing—when a boat lifts from the water and moves at higher speeds—more accessible to a wider range of sailors.
A New Category: The Planing Cruiser
The First 30 introduces the idea of a “planing cruiser,” a sailboat designed for both ease of use and performance. Andraz Mihelin, CEO of Seascape, notes that today’s sailors are looking for a different experience than in the past. “Sailing today is less about racing and more about connecting with nature and enjoying time with others,” he explains. In response to this shift, Beneteau and Seascape have worked together to create a new type of sailboat that balances performance with comfort and simplicity.
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The First 30 builds on Beneteau’s history, marking an important development for the company’s 140th anniversary. This model was designed with input from a team of experienced designers and engineers to create a boat that responds to the needs of modern sailors.
The First 30 is designed to get up to planing speeds quickly and is easy to manage with a simple rig and a clean, uncluttered cockpit. This makes it a practical choice for a variety of sailors, whether sailing with a small crew or with family. The boat is designed to perform well under different conditions, with an emphasis on ease of handling and safety.
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One of the key aspects of the First 30 is its accessible price point. With a base price of €100,000 (excluding VAT) and various financial options, Beneteau aims to open up the planing cruiser category to a broad range of sailors.
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The interior of the First 30 is designed with comfort in mind, offering accommodation for up to four people in two cabins. The saloon features a 1.85-meter headroom, and the boat includes a functional galley with a stove and fridge, a marine head, and well-planned storage options. Sustainable materials such as cork flooring and magnetic doors reflect a thoughtful approach to design.
For those looking for more interior features, Beneteau offers an optional ‘premium pack’ that includes upgraded upholstery, a saloon backrest, and customizable lighting and materials.
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The deck and cockpit of the First 30 have been designed to offer both comfort and functionality. The cockpit can be set up in two different configurations, one for day sailing and cruising, and another for racing. Both layouts focus on keeping the space uncluttered, with easy access to controls. The cruising layout is designed to be manageable with minimal effort, while the racing layout provides additional trim controls for those who are looking for more performance-focused sailing.
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The First 30 follows in the footsteps of the popular model launched in 1977 , which shaped the history of BENETEAU. The brand worked with Seascape for this new version, assembling a team of world-class designers and engineers: Samuel Manuard for the naval architecture and Lorenzo Argento for the design. This bold new project demonstrates BENETEAU’s commitment to innovation and is particularly meaningful as the brand celebrates its 140th anniversary .
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The First 30 is 10.33 metres long and has a displacement of 3,150 kg, meaning that even small crews can enjoy quick easy planing .
Planing is that magical moment when, at full speed, your yacht’s hull lifts and is in limited contact with the water, minimising friction and creating a smooth, gliding sensation. You feel the thrill of the boat accelerating, and every manoeuvre is smoother and more responsive. It is this adrenalin rush that promises unique unforgettable moments at sea! A clear cockpit and simple rigging make navigation fun and intuitive, even at high speeds. Additional options for racers optimise performance. Designed for effortless sailing, the First 30 is perfect for cruising and for racing. By choosing the layout – cruising or racing – it can be perfectly matched to the needs of each skipper. The cruising version features large winches and ergonomic controls to simplify handling, while the racing version includes a mainsail traveller for more accurate trimming.
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Below deck, the boat has a capacity of 4 people divided between two cabins. The First 30 is the perfect boat for cruising with family or friends. Cruising is truly enjoyable, with a comfortable saloon, fully-fitted galley and smart storage spaces.
With the Premium Pack option, you have additional features and the interior is more stylish with top-quality upholstery, extra lounge backrests, a chopping board, choice of colours and materials, and mood lighting.
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