Beneteau FIRST 41S5 SOLAR

The BENETEAU FIRST 41S5 is an exceptional sailboat that combines the sporting spirit of a racing yacht with the comfort needed to enjoy long voyages. Designed by Jean Berret and with an interior by Philippe Starck, it represents one of the most unique offerings in BENETEAU's First range.

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.

FLAG: SPANISH

LOCATION: BADALONA (SPAIN)

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 Keel

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.