Beneteau First 44.7 – High-Performance Cruiser in Excellent Condition

The Beneteau First 44.7 is widely regarded as one of the most successful performance cruisers ever built — combining serious sailing performance with a comfortable cruising interior. This particular boat stands out as a very well-kept example in excellent condition, offering an exceptional opportunity for sailors looking for a fast, capable 44-footer.

At this price level, this yacht represents outstanding value for a proven offshore-capable performance cruiser that is equally suited for racing, passage making, or fast cruising around Thailand.

The boat has been carefully maintained and upgraded over the years, including interior refits, saildrive replacement, upgraded rigging, and a strong inventory of cruising and racing sails.

Key Specifications

Builder: Beneteau

Model: First 44.7

Type: Performance Cruiser / Racer

Length Overall (LOA): 44.9 ft

Beam: 13.6 ft

Draft: 8.6 ft

Engine: Volvo Penta D2-55 diesel – 55 HP

Cruising Speed: Approx. 7 knots at 1800 rpm

Saildrive: New saildrive unit (2020)

Propeller: 2-blade Autostream stainless folding prop

Interior & Accommodation

Full cruising interior refitted in 2018 with new cushions installed in 2019, creating a bright and comfortable living space suitable for longer stays aboard.

Layout includes:

• Forward owner’s cabin with double berth and head

• Two aft double cabins

• Additional aft head

• Saloon table converting to double berth

Galley equipment:

• 2-burner gas stove with oven

• Hot water system

• Functional galley layout with good storage

The interior balances comfort with the lightweight efficiency expected from a performance yacht.

Rig & Sail Inventory

This yacht carries a serious sail inventory and upgraded rigging suitable for both cruising and competitive sailing.

• Alloy mast with reinforced double spreaders

• High-load Dyform standing rigging

• Boom upgraded to First 47.7 specification for higher loads

• Carbon spinnaker pole

• All running rigging in Dyneema

Sail inventory includes:

• Dacron delivery mainsail

• Dacron delivery headsails

• Carbon race mainsail (very lightly used)

• #1 medium carbon headsail

• #2.5 carbon headsail

• 3 symmetrical spinnakers

• Carbon Code Zero

Electronics & Navigation

• Garmin chartplotter

• Raymarine hydraulic autopilot

• Stand-alone Onwa AIS

(B&G cockpit instruments will need replacement.)

Engine & Mechanical

Reliable Volvo Penta D2-55 diesel engine, serviced regularly every 200 hours.

Recent work includes:

• New alternator (2018)

• New seawater pump (2018)

• New starter motor (2018)

• Racor fuel filtration system

• New saildrive unit installed (2020)

Hull & Structural Upgrades

This boat also benefits from structural upgrades designed to increase stiffness and performance.

• Reinforced hull-to-deck joint

• Custom reinforced stanchions and bases

• Strength improvements for offshore sailing and racing loads

Safety Equipment

• Full safety equipment suitable for Category 4 offshore sailing

Summary

The Beneteau First 44.7 is a legendary design known for its speed, balance, and offshore capability. This example is very well maintained, thoughtfully upgraded, and ready to sail.

For buyers looking for a fast 44-foot performance cruiser in excellent condition, this boat represents a stand-out opportunity and exceptional value.

Viewing is highly recommended.

Contact us for more information or to arrange a viewing:

info@seasearchermarine.com

+66 85 287 2957 (add us to WhatsApp)