First 36 Spirit

Simply sailing

From 200,000 € (excl. VAT)

There has always been a certain kind of sailor who values clarity above all else, a boat that feels direct, intuitive, honest and alive, leaving the connection between sailor, wind and sea to take centre stage.

More than 30 years ago, BENETEAU First gave this philosophy a name: Spirit. Today, First 36 Spirit brings it into a new generation of planing cruisers: refined through lightness, simplicity and purpose, until little remains between the sailor and the experience itself.

Because sometimes, less creates more.

More feeling. More connection. More sailing. Only joy of sailing.

Naval Architect: Samuel MANUARD
Exterior Designer: Lorenzo ARGENTO
Structural Engineering: PURE DESIGN & ENGINEERING
Interior Designers: Lorenzo ARGENTO & SITO design
Concept & R&D: SEASCAPE Team & BENETEAU 

Sailing Experience

As a thoroughbred planing-cruiser, First 36 Spirit brings the joy of sailing across of a wide range of conditions. In a light breeze, her exceptional lightness makes every change in the wind immediately felt as rapid acceleration. As the breeze builds, her stiff but lightweight hull accelerates effortlessly and lifts onto the plane once the breeze reaches 15 knots, letting you feel the boat come alive beneath you. And even as speeds reach double digits, she remains perfectly balanced and completely under control, thanks to her modern, stable hull and precise, responsive twin-rudder steering that lets you feel and surf every wave.  

Direct, intuitive and honest, she becomes an extension of yourself, leaving just the wind, the sea and the feeling of freedom. Whether for an afternoon sail or a longer passage, First 36 Spirit delivers what you seek: a deep connection with the sea and wind, and the pure joy of sailing. 

Living onboard

Step below deck and feel the difference. The interior of First 36 Spirit is light, open and cosy, a space that gives you everything you need without surrounding you with anything you don't. The proven three-cabin layout, spacious saloon and single head provide all the comfort needed for life on board, while thoughtful reduction keeps the space clean and uncluttered. Durable worktops, easily removable magnetic doors and a practical open storage concept make everyday life simple, functional and effortless. Even the compact head makes clever use of space with its foldable sink.

The result is an interior that feels less like a collection of things and more like a space to breathe, relax and simply be. Under deck, nothing is excessive, but nothing essential is missing, because good design is knowing what to keep

Why First 36 Spirit ?

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Joy of Planing for Everyone

First 36 Spirit brings the joy of planing to the widest sailing audience. Combining the ease of handling of a true planing cruiser with an extremely competitive price, she makes this modern sailing experience more accessible than ever.

Modular Cockpit

The cockpit features are designed around the sailor: helm station, with all mainsail controls within easy reach and a highly ergonomic, intuitive primary winch position. At the same time, removable bench extensions and a cockpit table transform the open cockpit into a comfortable cruising lounge when it’s time to relax.

A Design Team of Passionate Sailors

The First 36 Spirit was shaped by a team of lifelong sailors who are also some of the most iconic designers in the industry. Samuel Manuard, renowned naval architect; Lorenzo Argento, yacht designer; and a young but very experienced team at Sito

A Proven Concept of a Planing Cruiser

Since the launch of the planing cruiser category with the First 36, the concept has proven itself among industry professionals and in the market. The First 36 & 30 have won every major industry award, while both are already built in more than 100 units.

Characteristics

Length Overall

39'4"

11.98 m

Beam overall

12'6"

3.8 m

Light displacement

10158 lbs

4620 kg

Air Draught Max

58'5"

17.8 m

Draught Min

6'5"

1.95 m

Draught Max

7'5"

2.25 m

Fuel Capacity

18,5 US Gal

70 L

Water Capacity

42 US Gal

160 L

Max. engine power

1 x 29 HP

1 x 29 CV

Cabin Number

3

Propulsion

In-Board

CE Certification

A6/B8/C10

Profiles

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Layouts

Interior layout
Exterior Deck plan
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Interior layout

  • Single layout : 3 cabins and 1 head
  • Spacious and cosy saloon with clean designed
  • Three cabins with generous berths and open storage concept with hanging rails and retaining nets for easy access to sailing bags
  • Compact but highly functional head with clever foldable sink 
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Exterior Deck plan

  • Ergonomic helmsman positions with the mainsheet, traveller and primary winch all within easy reach
  • Perfectly positioned primary winch, offering effortless, intuitive handling whether seated or standing
  • Spacious, open cockpit created by the wide stern, with plenty of room for sailing or relaxing
  • Removable cockpit boxes and cockpit table when in cruising mode
  • Super-light bathing platform for easy access to the sea
  • Large aft storage locker providing generous space for sailing equipment 

Beneteau services

With teams for sea trials, financing, customization, events, an after-sales service, and a network of dealers worldwide, BENETEAU delivers the help and expertise every boat owner needs throughout his boating life maintaining an enduring customer relationship.