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Sailing yacht · 27 ft (8 m) · La Rochelle
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Caractéristiques clés
- Chantier
- beneteau
- Modèle
- first 27.7
- Longueur
- 27 ft (8 m)
- Passagers
- 6
- Cabines
- 2
Verdict
A compact performance cruiser-racer with lively sailing manners, shallow-draft flexibility, and a practical two-cabin layout. It is best suited to sailors who prioritize speed and easy handling over interior volume and offshore comfort.
Avantages
- +Light, responsive hull for enjoyable sailing
- +Shallow-draft lifting-keel setup adds versatility
- +Wide beam for the length aids stability and cockpit space
- +Strong performance for club racing and fast cruising
- +Good value on the used market
Inconvénients
- −Interior is tight for six guests
- −Modest tankage limits extended cruising
- −Below-average standing headroom for some crews
- −Light displacement requires active crew trim in stronger winds
- −Aging examples may need keel, rig, and systems attention
The Beneteau First 27.7 is a Groupe Finot design that sits firmly in the fast cruiser-racer camp. At around 27–29 feet overall depending on reference, with a 3.0 m beam and a relatively light displacement, it uses sail area and form stability to deliver lively sailing rather than maximum interior volume. The lifting-keel arrangement on many boats is a major practical advantage, giving access to shallower water without giving up full draft performance when the keel is down.
On the water, the 27.7 is generally regarded as quick and engaging. The boat responds well to balance and trim, but its light weight means crew placement matters, especially upwind in fresh air. It is more of an active sailor than a heavy, forgiving cruiser, and it rewards attentive helming and sail handling. Handling is straightforward for a crew that wants a responsive boat with good speed potential.
Inside, the two-cabin, six-berth layout is workable for weekends and short trips, but comfort is limited compared with dedicated cruisers. Tankage and stowage are modest, and the interior is best described as functional rather than spacious. For buyers, the appeal is strong if the goal is performance, versatility, and reasonable ownership cost rather than long-range liveaboard comfort.
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