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Bènèteau First
38s5 |
Brief Notes |
Builder |
Bènèteau, France |
The First 38s5
is one of the larger and newer of the Bènèteau
First range of cruiser-racers, with the emphasis on
performance, but with fully fitted cruising interiors to a
high standard of fit-out. The "S" in the model
designation refers to the interior design by Phillipe Starck,
which is very much a 'love it or hate it' result. |
Length OA |
38' 4" |
Sail Area |
872 sq ft |
Length WL |
30' 25" |
Rig |
Sloop |
Beam |
12' 4" |
Cabins |
3 or 4 |
.Draught |
5' 1" shallow fin, 6' 3"
standard fin, or 6' 10" deep fin |
Berths |
6/8 plus saloon settees |
Displacement |
14,550 lbs |
Engine type |
Volvo 2003 (may vary) |
Ballast |
4,840 lbs |
Engine bhp |
28 |
Keel type |
Fin keel and spade rudder |
The Bènèteau The
First 38s5 was introduced in 1990 and continued in production
until 1995. The design resulted from the collaboration of
designers Jean Berret, who was responsible for the hull and
rig, and Philippe Starck, who designed the interior. The
hull of the 38s5 is constructed of solid GRP laminates with
a GRP grid system bonded to the hull to withstand stresses
generated by the rig and keel. The decks are composite with
a variety of core materials in different areas, and the interior
makes extensive use of GRP liners and pre-cut and fabricated
modules.
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