Beneteau Power & Sailboats

In 1884, Benjamin Beneteau founded the Beneteau boatyard at Croix-de-Vie, France to build sailing trawlers. In that same year, the first Beneteau boats were put to sea. 80 years later, in 1964, Annette Benneteau Roux and her brother, Andre' Beneteau, diversified the company with the introduction of fiberglass sailing yachts. With the introduction of the Fletan and the Guppy, Beneteau took part in the 1965 Paris Boat Show for the first time, and its reputation for building seaworthy pleasure boats grew.

As demand grew internationally, Beneteau opened a state-of-the-art production facility in Marion, South Carolina in 1986. Within four years, Beneteau was one of the top three sailboat manufacturers in America.

Year Established

1884

Shipyard Location

US Factory in Marion, South Carolina

Boat Construction

Fiberglass

Boat Category

Sailboats, Trawlers, Express Cruisers

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Beneteau Yachts By Model

Beneteau Oceanis 31

Year: 2007 - 2019 | LOA: 31' 8'' | Beam: 11' 1'' | Draft: 5' 11"

Beneteau 31

Year: 2007 - 2019 | LOA: 31' 8" | Beam: 11' 1" | Draft: 6' 1"

Beneteau Oceanis 323

Year: 2004 - 2008 | LOA: 32' 10" | Beam: 10' 11" | Draft: 5' 0"

Beneteau Oceanis 35

Year: 2012 - 2016 | LOA: 32' 9" | Beam: 12' 2" | Draft: 4' 9"

Beneteau Gran Turismo 34

Year: 2010 - 2016 | LOA: 32' 10" | Beam: 11' 0" | Draft: 3' 3"

Beneteau First 33.7

Year: 1996 - 2002 | LOA: 32' 8" | Beam: 11' 1" | Draft: 5' 5"

Beneteau Oceanis 311

Year: 1998 - 2004 | LOA: 32' 4" | Beam: 10' 7" | Draft: 4' 9"

Beneteau First 30R

Year: 2012 - 2016 | LOA: 32' 2" | Beam: 10' 6" | Draft: 6' 3"

Beneteau First 10R (34.7)

Year: 2005 - 2010 | LOA: 32' 9" | Beam: 11' 1" | Draft: 6' 7"

Beneteau Antares 30

Year: 2009 - 2019 | LOA: 33' 6" | Beam: 11' 0" | Draft: 3' 5"

Beneteau Oceanis 331

Year: 1999 - 2006 | LOA: 33' 11" | Beam: 11' 3" | Draft: 4' 5"

Beneteau 33 Figaro II

Year: 2003 - 2016 | LOA: 33' 4" | Beam: 11' 3" | Draft: 7' 3"

Beneteau Oceanis 34

Year: 2008 - 2016 | LOA: 33' 9" | Beam: 11' 10" | Draft: 4' 6"

Beneteau 34

Year: 2008 - 2016 | LOA: 33' 11" | Beam: 12' 0" | Draft: 4' 6"

Beneteau First Class 10 (34)

Year: 1984 - 1986 | LOA: 34' 4' | Beam: 9' 9" | Draft: 6' 0"

Beneteau First 35 S5

Year: 1988 - 1993 | LOA: 34' 9" | Beam: 11' 9" | Draft: 5' 11"

Beneteau Gran Turismo 35

Year: 2014 - Current | LOA: 34' 9'' | Beam: 11' 1'' | Draft: 2' 9"

Beneteau First 35.7

Year: 1992 - 1997 | LOA: 34' 7" | Beam: 12' 6" | Draft: 6' 0"

Beneteau First 325

Year: 1984 - 1987 | LOA: 34' 1" | Beam: 11' 0" | Draft: 6' 1"

Beneteau Ombrine 1001 (34)

Year: 2003 - 2004 | LOA: 34' 1" | Beam: 10' 4" | Draft: 1' 8"

Beneteau First 34.7

Year: 2005 - 2010 | LOA: 34' 0" | Beam: 11' 1" | Draft: 6' 6"

Beneteau Oceanis 343

Year: 2004 - 2008 | LOA: 35' 5" | Beam: 11' 5" | Draft: 6' 3"

Beneteau First 35 S7

Year: 1990 - 1995 | LOA: 35' 0" | Beam: 12' 0" | Draft: 5' 0"

Beneteau Oceanis 351

Year: 1993 - 1999 | LOA: 35' 0" | Beam: 12' 6" | Draft: 5' 0"

Beneteau Oceanis 352

Year: 1994 - 2000 | LOA: 35' 0" | Beam: 12' 6" | Draft: 5' 0"

Beneteau Oceanis 361

Year: 1999 - 2003 | LOA: 36' 1" | Beam: 12' 0"

Beneteau Oceanis 373

Year: 2004 - 2006 | LOA: 36' 11" | Beam: 12' 3" | Draft: 4' 3"

Beneteau Oceanis 36

Year: 1996 - 2003 | LOA: 36' 5" | Beam: 12' 6" | Draft: 5' 0"

Beneteau First 36.7

Year: 2001 - 2009 | LOA: 36' 0" | Beam: 11' 3" | Draft: 7' 3"

Beneteau 36

Year: 1997 - 2003 | LOA: 36' 5" | Beam: 12' 6" | Draft: 5' 2"

Beneteau Swift Trawler 34

Year: 2009 - 2017 | LOA: 36' 0'' | Beam: 13' 1'' | Draft: 3' 7"

Beneteau Antares 36

Year: 2008 - 2019 | LOA: 37' 4" | Beam: 12' 6" | Draft: 3' 3"

Beneteau Oceanis 37

Year: 2007 - 2014 | LOA: 37' 8'' | Beam: 12' 10'' | Draft: 6' 3"

Beneteau Oceanis 38

Year: 2011 - 2016 | LOA: 37' 9" | Beam: 13' 1" | Draft: 6' 9"

Beneteau 38

Year: 1982 - 2001 | LOA: 38' 0" | Beam: 12' 10" | Draft: 5' 4"

Beneteau Gran Turismo 38

Year: 2010 - 2016 | LOA: 38' 7'' | Beam: 12' 2'' | Draft: 3' 5"

Beneteau Oceanis 381

Year: 1996 - 2001 | LOA: 38' 6" | Beam: 12' 10" | Draft: 5' 4"

Beneteau Moorings 38/382

Year: 1990 - 1999 | LOA: 38' 7" | Beam: 12' 11" | Draft: 5' 4"

Beneteau Cyclades 39

Year: 2005 - 2008 | LOA: 38' 9" | Beam: 12' 9" | Draft: 6' 3"

Beneteau 39.3

Year: 2004 - Current | LOA: 38' 9" | Beam: 12' 9" | Draft: 6' 3"

Beneteau First 40.7

Year: 1997 - 2009 | LOA: 39' 3" | Beam: 12' 3" | Draft: 7' 9"

Beneteau 40

Year: 1994 - 2000 | LOA: 39' 10" | Beam: 12' 10" | Draft: 6' 5"

Beneteau 393

Year: 2000 - 2006 | LOA: 39' 4" | Beam: 13' 1" | Draft: 6' 0"

Beneteau Monte Carlo 37

Year: 2006 - 2010 | LOA: 39' 9" | Beam: 12' 4" | Draft: 3' 7"

Beneteau Oceanis 390

Year: 1987 - 1993 | LOA: 39' 0" | Beam: 12' 10" | Draft: 4' 6"

Beneteau Oceanis 393

Year: 2000 - 2006 | LOA: 40' 0" | Beam: 13' 0" | Draft: 6' 3"

Beneteau Oceanis 41

Year: 2011 - 2016 | LOA: 40' 9'' | Beam: 13' 9'' | Draft: 6' 4"

Beneteau First 40

Year: 2008 - 2016 | LOA: 41' 0" | Beam: 12' 11" | Draft: 8' 0"

Beneteau Oceanis 40

Year: 2006 - 2012 | LOA: 41' 0" | Beam: 12' 9" | Draft: 5' 6"

Beneteau First 41 S5

Year: 1989 - 1994 | LOA: 41' 4" | Beam: 12' 9" | Draft: 5' 5"

Beneteau 411

Year: 1998 - 2005 | LOA: 41' 8" | Beam: 12' 11" | Draft: 4' 9"

Beneteau Oceanis 423

Year: 2003 - 2007 | LOA: 42' 11" | Beam: 12' 10" | Draft: 6' 11"

Beneteau Cyclades 43

Year: 2004 - 2008 | LOA: 43' 0" | Beam: 14' 6" | Draft: 6' 0"

Beneteau Oceanis 430

Year: 1985 - 1995 | LOA: 43' 0" | Beam: 13' 10" | Draft: 5' 4"

Beneteau Sense 43

Year: 2010 - 2016 | LOA: 43' 4" | Beam: 14' 1" | Draft: 6' 7"

Beneteau 432

Year: 1987 - 1990 | LOA: 43' 0" | Beam: 14' 0" | Draft: 5' 6"

Beneteau Oceanis 43

Year: 2006 - 2012 | LOA: 43' 0" | Beam: 4' 1" | Draft: 2' 0"

Beneteau Gran Turismo 44

Year: 2011 - 2016 | LOA: 44' 2'' | Beam: 13' 0'' | Draft: 3' 5"

Beneteau First 44.7

Year: 2004 - 2008 | LOA: 44' 11" | Beam: 13' 1" | Draft: 8' 5"

Beneteau Swift Trawler 42

Year: 2004 - 2010 | LOA: 45' 11" | Beam: 16' 2" | Draft: 4' 3"

Beneteau Monte Carlo 4

Year: 2014 - 2017 | LOA: 45' 3" | Beam: 13' 4" | Draft: 3' 9"

Beneteau Swift Trawler 44

Year: 2011 - Current | LOA: 45' 6'' | Beam: 13' 11'' | Draft: 3' 5"

Beneteau Oceanis 45

Year: 2010 - 2019 | LOA: 45' 9'' | Beam: 14' 9'' | Draft: 7' 5"

Beneteau Antares 13.80 (46)

Year: 2002 - 2010 | LOA: 45' 9" | Beam: 14' 1" | Draft: 3' 9"

Beneteau First 456

Year: 1982 - 1985 | LOA: 45' 6" | Beam: 14' 1" | Draft: 8' 0"

Beneteau Oceanis 461

Year: 1995 - 2001 | LOA: 46' 8" | Beam: 13' 6" | Draft: 5' 8"

Beneteau Sense 46

Year: 2012 - 2017 | LOA: 46' 4'' | Beam: 14' 6'' | Draft: 7' 1"

Beneteau First 45

Year: 2007 - 2014 | LOA: 46' 2" | Beam: 13' 9" | Draft: 9' 0"

Beneteau First 45 F5

Year: 1990 - 1995 | LOA: 46' 6" | Beam: 13' 11" | Draft: 7' 10"

Beneteau Oceanis 46

Year: 2006 - 2011 | LOA: 47' 2" | Beam: 13' 9" | Draft: 6' 7"

Beneteau 473

Year: 2000 - 2006 | LOA: 47' 11" | Beam: 14' 2" | Draft: 6' 3"

Beneteau Oceanis 48

Year: 2011 - 2019 | LOA: 47' 1'' | Beam: 15' 7'' | Draft: 7' 1"

Beneteau Monte Carlo 47

Year: 2008 - 2012 | LOA: 48' 6" | Beam: 14' 2" | Draft: 3' 7"

Beneteau First 47.7

Year: 1999 - 2006 | LOA: 48' 3" | Beam: 14' 9" | Draft: 9' 2"

Beneteau Swift Trawler 50

Year: 2012 - Current | LOA: 49' 2" | Beam: 15' 3" | Draft: 3' 5"

Beneteau First 50

Year: 2006 - 2012 | LOA: 49' 2" | Beam: 14' 5" | Draft: 9' 2"

Beneteau Monte Carlo 5

Year: 2013 - Current | LOA: 49' 10" | Beam: 14' 1" | Draft: 3' 9"

Beneteau Sense 50

Year: 2010 - 2017 | LOA: 50' 1" | Beam: 15'11" | Draft: 6' 11"

Beneteau Oceanis 50

Year: 1992 - 2009 | LOA: 50' 2" | Beam: 15' 7" | Draft: 5' 11"

Beneteau Cyclades 50.4

Year: 2005 - 2009 | LOA: 50' 3" | Beam: 16' 0" | Draft: 6' 6"

Beneteau Oceanis 500

Year: 1987 - 1994 | LOA: 50' 0" | Beam: 15' 6" | Draft: 6' 0"

Beneteau Gran Turismo 49

Year: 2011 - 2017 | LOA: 51' 7'' | Beam: 14' 0'' | Draft: 3' 8"

Beneteau First 51

Year: 1986 - 1990 | LOA: 51' 0" | Beam: 14' 9" | Draft: 9' 6"

Beneteau 51.5

Year: 2005 - Current | LOA: 51' 3" | Beam: 16' 0" | Draft: 6' 7"

Beneteau Oceanis 510

Year: 1992 - 1995 | LOA: 51' 0" | Beam: 51' 0" | Draft: 51' 0"

Beneteau Cyclades 50.5

Year: 2005 - 2009 | LOA: 52' 0" | Beam: 15' 3" | Draft: 6' 6"

Beneteau Oceanis 523

Year: 2004 - 2008 | LOA: 53' 4" | Beam: 16' 0" | Draft: 7' 9"

Beneteau First 53 F5

Year: 1990 - 1997 | LOA: 54' 2" | Beam: 14' 6" | Draft: 8' 0"

Beneteau Oceanis 54

Year: 2008 - Current | LOA: 54' 9" | Beam: 16' 1" | Draft: 6' 10"

Beneteau Swift Trawler 52

Year: 2007 - Current | LOA: 55' 8" | Beam: 16' 1" | Draft: 3' 11"

Beneteau Oceanis 55

Year: 2011 - 2017 | LOA: 55' 0'' | Beam: 16' 3'' | Draft: 7 ' 7"

Beneteau Sense 55

Year: 2011 - 2018 | LOA: 56' 5" | Beam: 16' 4" | Draft: 7' 9"

Beneteau 57

Year: 2003 - 2011 | LOA: 57' 9" | Beam: 16' 5" | Draft: 6' 11"

Beneteau Oceanis 58

Year: 2009 - 2019 | LOA: 59' 10" | Beam: 16' 4" | Draft: 8' 6"

Beneteau Monte Carlo 6

Year: 2014 - Current | LOA: 59 ' 9" | Beam: 16' 2" | Draft: 3' 10"

Beneteau 62

Year: 1992 - 1996 | LOA: 62' 0" | Beam: 17' 2" | Draft: 7' 0"

Why Choose Beneteau Yachts

Over 140 Years of Maritime Heritage

Founded in 1884 by Benjamin Bénéteau in Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie, France, BENETEAU began as a builder of commercial fishing boats before evolving into one of the most respected names in recreational boating. More than a century later, the brand continues to combine craftsmanship, innovation, and a passion for life on the water.

Over 140 Years of Maritime Heritage

A Global Leader in Sail and Power Boating

BENETEAU is part of Groupe Beneteau, a world leader in the boating industry with an international production network and a portfolio of renowned marine brands. Today, BENETEAU designs and builds an extensive lineup of both sailboats and powerboats, serving boaters around the globe with vessels tailored for cruising, performance, and adventure.

A Global Leader in Sail and Power Boating

Designed for Every Boating Lifestyle

From the iconic Oceanis and First sailing ranges to the versatile Antares, Swift Trawler, and Gran Turismo powerboat collections, BENETEAU offers one of the industry's most diverse model portfolios. Whether crossing oceans under sail or enjoying a weekend cruise by power, every BENETEAU is designed with comfort, reliability, and ease of ownership in mind.

Designed for Every Boating Lifestyle

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Beneteau FAQs

What is BENETEAU known for?

BENETEAU is one of the world's most established boatbuilders, with a history dating back to 1884. The brand is renowned for producing both sailboats and powerboats that combine innovative design, practical layouts, and accessible ownership. BENETEAU's lineup includes popular sailing ranges such as the Oceanis and First, along with powerboat series like Antares, Swift Trawler, and Gran Turismo. The company's reputation has been built on delivering versatile boats that appeal to cruisers, adventurers, and families alike.

Does BENETEAU build both sailboats and powerboats?

Yes. One of BENETEAU's greatest strengths is its ability to serve a wide range of boating lifestyles through both sailing yachts and motor yachts. Sailors are drawn to models like the Oceanis and First series, while powerboat buyers can choose from cruisers, trawlers, center consoles, and express yachts. This diverse portfolio allows owners to stay within the BENETEAU family as their boating needs evolve over time.

Are BENETEAU yachts good for long-distance cruising?

Many BENETEAU models are specifically designed for extended cruising. The Oceanis range has become one of the most recognized names in cruising sailboats, while the Swift Trawler series is highly regarded among powerboat owners seeking comfort, efficiency, and long-range capability. Spacious interiors, practical layouts, and user-friendly operation make many BENETEAU models well suited for coastal voyages, island hopping, and extended adventures on the water.

Why do so many first-time yacht owners choose BENETEAU?

BENETEAU has earned a reputation for creating boats that are approachable, comfortable, and easy to operate. The brand focuses on practical design, intuitive layouts, and features that simplify life onboard, making ownership less intimidating for newcomers. Combined with an extensive dealer and service network, BENETEAU provides owners with access to support, maintenance resources, and expert guidance throughout the ownership experience.

How long has BENETEAU been building boats?

BENETEAU was founded in France in 1884, giving the company more than 140 years of boatbuilding experience. Originally focused on commercial fishing vessels, the shipyard evolved into one of the global leaders in recreational boating. Over multiple generations, BENETEAU has embraced new technologies, materials, and design philosophies while maintaining the craftsmanship and innovation that have defined the brand since its beginnings.

What makes BENETEAU different from other yacht brands?

BENETEAU stands out for its unique combination of heritage, innovation, and product diversity. Few manufacturers can match its history, while even fewer offer such a broad selection of both sailboats and motor yachts. The brand's ability to deliver comfortable cruising, practical functionality, and modern styling at a variety of sizes and price points has helped make BENETEAU one of the most popular boat brands in the world.