The First 25.7 has already joined the ranks of the greats, whatever the intended sailing programme. Her sleek hull, fixed or pivoting keel and high aspect sail plan are guarantees of sailing efficiency and speed. She is responsive to the helm and the simplicity of her deck layout provides plenty of room for a family of four adults in the cockpit.
With the lift keel up (only 62 cms draft!) she can reach the most secluded up-creek paradises, as well as reach any drying or shallow moorings.
- Performs at all points of sail
- Easy to handle and maintain
- Seperate forecabin and heads
- Twin rudders
- Excellent stowage
- Double berth in saloon
On the water price: £POA
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| Boat Designer | Groupe Finot |
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| Length Overall | 7,90 m |
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| Hull Length | 7,50 m |
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| Hull Beam | 2,75 m |
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| Max. Engine Power | 14 kw/19 cv |
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| Fuel Capacity | 30 ltr |
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| Water Capacity | 40 |
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| Draught | 0.85/1.85 m |
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| Air Draught | 12.40 m |
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| CE Certification | B4/C5 |
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| Light Displacement | 2150 kg |
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| Berths | 4 pers. |
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| Sail Area | 36,60 m² |
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HULL
The hull is a single-skinned GRP laminate.
A structural inner moulding formed with
unidirectional materials is bonded and laminated to
the hull at various points. This plays an important
structural role by absorbing the loads and pressure
points (shroud chain-plate tie rods, keel, rudder, etc.)
throughout the structure, spreading these to reduce
stresses on the hull. The surface material of the inner
moulding makes it easier to clean and provides
a better finish.
The hull gel coat is grey in colour.
DECK
The deck is of glass fibre / balsa / polyester resin
sandwich construction to achieve an improved balance of
rigidity/lightness and optimal insulation.
All working and circulation areas are treated with
'Picot' non-slip coating. An inner moulding is bonded
to the deck interior to improve its finish.
HULL / DECK JOINT
The hull deck joint is formed by an unvarnished teak
toerail, bonded and screwed in position. It's mechanised
assembly ensures that the hull deck joint is watertight,
and provides extra safety while moving about on
PRESS RELEASE From Bénéteau
12 July 2007
FIRST: A CONTINUING SUCCESS STORY!
In 2008, the First's little sister will have Style!
In the tradition of the First 50, the new First 21.7S, 25.7S and 27.7 S will display a new hull livery, Weng laminated soles, Interior woodwork in lightwood (Alpi light oak like the First 50), and grey tinted windows (a colour that enhances interior light).
These evolutions will be developped on the whole First range that is to say for the First 31.7, 34.7, 36.7 and 40.7.
ON THE FIRST 21.7S
Changes to CE regulations have forced us to take another look at the 21.7 S validation.
New Boat models can no longer be declared unsinkable; the First 21.7S has the advantage of a great volume hidden foam buoyancy giving more available space in the forward and aft berths.
More space down below!
The First 21.7S, re-certified this year is a really 2008 new model. Without the regulations on the unsinkability, the First 21.7S benefit from more space inside.
* Reduction in space taken up by the chain locker
* Locker space under forward berth increased
* Additionnal space aft of the saloon settees (for stowage of mooring lines and fenders, or luggage!)
*New centreboard casing assembly.
New deck!
* New cockpit coaming design with more comfortable seats.
*Improved companionway hatch opening mechanism.
* Stowage space aft of cockpit accessible by deck hatch (option).
The First S Range and evolution on the bigger First will be exhibited in Southampton, La Rochelle and Barcelona Boatshows.
