Bénéteau First 45 - space redefined

Nominated "European Yacht of the Year 2009"!

Sharing the same sleek profile and sophisticated temperament as its big brother the First 50, the First 45 is designed to deliver maximum temptation and pleasure by offering a completely new vision of what cruising should be. A thoroughbred design with an innovative hull, this fast 14-metre cruiser achieves the perfect balance between style, power and safety. Secure exhilaration on this scale makes every sail an unforgettable event.

About the First 45
The yacht comes with primary winches positioned well forward, cockpit solemounted mainsheet traveller track and "German" mainsheet system, what makes trimming always super-precise. With broad solid-wood benches and high protective coamings, the cockpit is ergonomically-designed to offer natural, comfortable positions. Double composite helm wheels and an ultra-slim coachroof for a totally uninterrupted view of the horizon are optional. With flush deck hatches, concealed sheets and halyards, grab rail below port "eyelids" and broad side decks, the uncluttered deck is designed for easy movement in complete safety. The multi-position saloon seats are amazing. They swivel through 360°, tilt forwards and back and slide under the table to provide totally uncluttered space for total freedom of movement inside the boat. The elegant camel hide stainless steel handrails provide additional safety inside the boat.

Interior layout and design: P. Briand Yacht Design
LOA: 14,07 m / 46,16 ft
Hull length: 13,68 m / 44,88 ft
Hull beam: 4.20 m / 13,78 ft
Light displacement: 11 545,00 kg / 25 452,36 lbs
Short draught ballast weight: 4 480,00 kg / 9 876,71 lbs
Minimum shallow draught: 2.40 m / 7,87 ft
Shallow draught ballast weight: 3 875,00 kg / 8 542,91 lbs
Minimum deep draught: 2.75 m / 9,02 ft
Deep draught ballast weight: 3 875,00 kg / 8 542,91 lbs
Fuel capacity: 200 l / 52,84 gal
Water capacity 330 l / 87,19 gal
Engine power: 54 cv sail drive (75 KW) / 54 hp
CE Certification: A12/B12/C12

Total sail area (standard): 115,90 m2 / 1 247,53 sqft
Mainsail: 55,50 m2 / 597,39 sqft
Genoa: 60,40 m2 / 650,14 sqft
Spinnaker: 140,00 m2 / 1 506,94 sqft