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 center 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 the 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
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're looking for: a deep connection with the sea and wind, and the pure joy of sailing.
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 countertops, 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.
Length Overall
39'4"
11.98 m
Beam overall
12'6"
3.8 m
Dry Weight
10158 lbs
4620 kg
Bridge Clearance
58'5"
17.8 m
Draft Min
6'5"
1.95 m
Draft 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
The philosophy behind the BENETEAU First range: effortless joy of planing for everyone.
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