It is a magnificent combination of performance and comfort, ideal for those looking for a sailboat with authentic character, great sailing sensations and a timeless aesthetic.
In short: The FIRST 41S5 is not simply a cruising sailboat; it's a vessel with a sporty soul, an exclusive design, and a strong personality. It's a particularly appealing option for those seeking to enjoy sailing without sacrificing comfort and style.
DESIGN
Designed by Jean Berret (naval design) and Philippe Starck (interior design), Built by the French shipyard Beneteau. Produced primarily between 1989 and 1993, it stands out for combining competitive hull lines with a cutting-edge and stylish interior for its time.
Starck's design lends an unmistakable personality, while its configuration allows the ship to be enjoyed on weekend getaways as well as longer cruises.
DIMENSIONS
LOA:12.60 m
Beam: 3.89 m
Draft: 2.19 m
Displacement: 7620 kg
ENGINE
Perkins Prima M50
Propeller: Folding 3 blades
Cruising Speed: 7 kn
POWER ENGINE:50CV 49HP (37 kW) 4.000 rpm.
TANKS
Fuel: 120 l
Water: 450 l
Hot water: 40L
NAVIGATION INSTRUMENTS
Electronics: Raymarine i70
GPS: yes
VHF: yes
Automatic pilot: Raymarine
Compass: yes
PLOTTER: Raymarine (pedestial and chart table)
Radar: Raymarine
UPGRADES
2024 Radio beacon,
2025 Raymarine electronic upgrade (Raymarine i70 and automatic pilot display change) (eNautica)
2026 AIS Raymarine with wifi module.
DECK EQUIPMENT
Deck hardware: Lewmar
Hatches: Lewmar
Winches: Barient and Lewmar, 6 self-tailing winches and one is electric. Bowsprit
SAILS, SPARS&RIGGING
MAIN: Has bearings
Upgrades:
2023 Major 2 dacron curls (All Round Sails) Genoa cover (All Round Sails)
2025 Asymmetric (Depoorter sails)
2026 - Genova Triradial Venture gray (Quantum)
Rigging: Dyform (2023)
Mast: Aluminium
Boom: Aluminium
Vang: Yes
Spinnaker pole: Aluminium + Aluminium bowsprit
Furling system: Profurl Running
Rigging: Dynema halyards, changed halyards on 2023, new winder
Notes: Changed halyards on 2023, new winder
ELECTRICAL
Batteries: 2 service, 1 engine
Battery Charger: yes
SAFETY
Fire-extinguishers: 1
Liferaft: yes
UPGRADES;
- Radio beacon, raft, fire extinguisher, zone 2 office - change bottom taps
CONSTRUCTION
KEEL: FIN
The BENETEAU FIRST 41S5 was conceived as a high-performance sailboat, combining a solid and reliable construction with a hull design focused on delivering speed, stability, and a great sailing experience.
Its hull is constructed of fiberglass-reinforced polyester (FRP), with a structure designed to withstand the demands of cruising and sport sailing. The hull configuration, along with its fin keel and independent rudder, provides a good balance between stability, maneuverability, and performance.
The deck layout is designed to facilitate sail handling and optimize sailing, while maintaining ample space for movement and maneuvering, ideal for a cruising crew. One of the highlights of the First 41S5 is its construction philosophy: a light and fast boat, yet robust enough to handle demanding cruising and sailing.
Its design follows the principles of the BENETEAU First range, aiming to combine sporty performance with the comfort and livability necessary for enjoying extended periods on board.
A sailboat built for sailing: solid, balanced and with a distinctly sporty character.
ACCOMMODATIONS
Berths number: 6
Cabins number: 2
Shower: yes
Heating: yes
The 2-cabin, 6-berth configuration offers a particularly versatile space for enjoying the boat with family or friends. The cabins provide a good level of
privacy, while the saloon and common areas are designed to create a comfortable and welcoming atmosphere during your time on board. The salon showcases Starck's signature style, with a carefully crafted combination of shapes, materials, and design details that sets the First 41S5 apart from other sailboats of its era. The interior layout makes efficient use of the available space, offering a pleasant feeling of spaciousness and light.
EXTRAS
Speakers Cockpit: yes
Cockpit Shower: yes
Swimming ladder: yes
UPGRADES 2023-2026
2023
- Dynema halyards, changed halyards
-new winder
- Major 2 dacron curls (All Round Sails)
- Dyform rigging (Rigging workshop)
- Genoa cover (All Round Sails)
2024
- Radio beacon, raft, fire extinguisher, zone 2 office - change bottom taps - black water tank
2025
- Raymarine electronic upgrade (Raymarine i70 and automatic pilot display change) (eNautica)
- Lazy bag (Funmar)
- Asymmetric (Depoorter sails)
- retractable boot (Selden)
- New bow hatch
2026
- Genova Triradial Venture gray (Quantum)
- AIS Raymarine with wifi module.
