45 Beneteau 2004 Boat for Sale

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Annapolis, MD

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Yacht Photos Pics 2005 Beneteau First 44.7 sailboat docked at a marina with waterfront homes.

Yacht Photos Pics 2005 Beneteau First 44.7 sailboat docked in a sunny marina.

Yacht Photos Pics Beneteau First 44.7 sailboat docked at sunset, 2005 model.

Yacht Photos Pics 2005 Beneteau First 44.7 sailboat on calm water, clear blue sky background.

Yacht Photos Pics 2005 Beneteau First 44.7 sailboat on water under clear blue sky.

Yacht Photos Pics 2005 Beneteau First 44.7 sailboat docked in a marina under a clear blue sky.

Yacht Photos Pics 2005 Beneteau First 44.7 sailboat on calm water, blue hull, sunny day.

Yacht Photos Pics 2005 Beneteau First 44.7 sailboat anchored in calm waters, clear sky background.

Yacht Photos Pics 2005 Beneteau First 44.7 sailboat on calm water under a clear blue sky.

Yacht Photos Pics 2005 Beneteau First 44.7 sailboat moored in a marina, blue hull, clear day.

Yacht Photos Pics 2005 Beneteau First 44.7 sailboat docked at marina under clear blue sky.

Yacht Photos Pics Sailing yacht Beneteau First 44.7 (2005) gliding on open sea under clear blue sky.

Yacht Photos Pics 2005 Beneteau First 44.7 sailboat cockpit with ropes and open cabin, on calm water.

Yacht Photos Pics Cockpit of 2005 Beneteau First 44.7 sailboat with steering wheel and nautical equipment.

Yacht Photos Pics 2005 Beneteau First 44.7 sailboat cockpit with steering wheel, docked in a scenic marina.

Yacht Photos Pics 2005 Beneteau First 44.7 sailboat deck view on calm waters.

Yacht Photos Pics Rope clutches and lines on a 2005 Beneteau First 44.7 sailboat deck.

Yacht Photos Pics Deck of 2005 Beneteau First 44.7 sailboat with ropes and winch.

Yacht Photos Pics Beneteau First 44.7 yacht helm with navigation system, 2005 model, under clear blue sky.

Yacht Photos Pics Luxurious interior of 2005 Beneteau First 44.7 yacht with wooden furnishings and cozy seating.

Yacht Photos Pics Interior of 2005 Beneteau First 44.7 yacht with wood finish and modern amenities.

Yacht Photos Pics Interior of 2005 Beneteau First 44.7 yacht kitchen with sink, stove, and seating area.

Yacht Photos Pics Interior of 2005 Beneteau First 44.7 yacht with curved seating and wooden cabinetry.

Yacht Photos Pics Interior of 2005 Beneteau First 44.7 yacht with wood finish and navigation station.

Yacht Photos Pics 2005 Beneteau First 44.7 yacht interior with wooden finish and compact bathroom.

Yacht Photos Pics Cozy seating area in 2005 Beneteau First 44.7 yacht with wooden interior.

Yacht Photos Pics Cozy cabin bed with patterned mattress on 2005 Beneteau First 44.7 yacht.

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Last updated Nov 5, 2025

45' Beneteau 2004

“Slide Rule” is a Beneteau First 44.7 which has been prepared for the major east coast ocean races, as well as extended cruising. With a design pedigree from Bruce Farr, the First 44.7 seamlessly can put both feet into either the racing or cruising worlds. Some owners have circumnavigated their boats, while others have campaigned to win the Newport Bermuda race. “Slide Rule” has all of the electronics, sails, bottom paint, and infrastructure upgrades to do either, and she has been maintained to the highest standard. The sail inventory below is extensive with no missing pieces, should you want to be ready for spring racing. Just drop her in and go.

If your passion is cruising, the ergonomic deck layout makes sail handling a breeze, while the immaculate interior on “Slide Rule” and the unique interior layout of the 44.7 will make this the perfect fit. The large central dinette is unique in this size of boat, usually reserved for larger yachts, and the generous aft cabins and owners stateroom allow accommodations for all your guests.

The sail inventory list, upgrades, and recent work is extensive:

Sail Inventory

Sails have been continuously updated and replaced as they have aged out. Slide Rule has a full set to top quality racing sails and the ability to customize the sail inventory to the race handicapping rule and the like race scenarios.

3DI RAW Carbon Mainsail (North 2020)Race/Cruise, excellent
Mainsail Stackpack
Composite Mainsail (Quantum 2010) Used for Deliveries, needs repair
3DI RAW Carbon J1 Race, excellent
3DI RAW Carbon J2 Race, excellent
Dyneema/Aramid Blend J2 (North 2014) Sunbrella Shield, good cruising sail
3DI RAW Carbon J3 almost new condition
Spectra J4 (North 2005) good condition
Storm Trysail (North 2005) good condition
Storm Jib (North 2005) good condition
Windseeker Staysail (North 2016) excellent
Spinnaker Staysail (second hand) good condition
S2 Symmetrical Spinnaker (North 2008) excellent condition, largely unused
A2 Asymmetrical Spinnaker (North 2012) good condition, pinhole and puncture repairs
A3 Asymmetrical Spinnaker (Quantum 2008) good condition, pinhole and puncture repairs
Helix Code Zero (North 2020) Excellent condition, on a furler
Fractional Code Zero (Quantum 2008) Good condition, on a furler

Electronics and Navigation

Slide Rule is fully equipped with the electronics and equipment required for both racing and offshore distance cruising. The electronics have all been replaced and updated and are fully integrated into a NMEA 2000 backbone and wireless digital network for handheld devices such as computers, Ipads, and phones.

Raymarine Axiom 12 Inch Chartplotter (2022) Integrated NMEA 2000, at helm, mounted on a rotating pod
Raymarine Axiom 9 Inch Chartplotter (2021) Integrated NMEA 2000, at Nav Table
Raymarine Digital Radar (2020) Integrated with Chartplotter
Icon 501 VHF Radio > Integrated with DSC, MMSI programmed, with remote Mic at helm
Digital Yachts AIS Transceiver > Integrated with NMEA 2000 and Chartplotter
Icon 801 SSB Radio > Currently unused, displaced by satellite phone when offshor
Sirius Satellite Weather
Raymarine ST60 Depth and Speed
Raymarine ST60 Analog Wind Direction and Speed
Raymarine ST60 Multifunction Displays (4) 3 on deck, 1 below at Nav Station
Blue Seas Battery and Water Tank Monitor

Engine, Electrical and Recent Upgrades

The engine has been serviced annually. Major items have been addressed or are on the current winter punch list. The electrical system was updated and significantly improved three years ago with a large new alternator, a smart regulator, 3 new Lithium Phosphorous batteries, a new shore charger, battery isolator, and protective fusing. More updates and replacements have been scheduled to be completed this winter.

Yanmar 4JH4E 55 hp (approximately 3000 hours)
New Yanmar SD60 Saildrive replacing the original SD40
Flexo-Fold 17 Two Blade Folding Propeller replaced original propeller in 2020
Balmar XT170 Alternator with Serpentine Belt (replaced original alternator in 2021)
Balmar MC618 Smart Programmable Alternator
Dakota 100 AH Lithium Phosphate batteries (2) replaced AGM Glass Mat Batteries
Dakota 60 AH Starting Battery 1000 CCA (1) Replaced Lead Acid Starter Battery
New interior cushions in aft cabin (Blue/White)
New interior cushions in salon (Dove White)

No matter your passion, race or cruise, come see why "Slide Rule" is the ideal platform! Call the listing broker to schedule your appointment!

Denison Yachting - San Francisco is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by North Point Yacht Sales.

Denison Yacht Sales offers the details of this yacht in good faith but can’t guarantee the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of this boat for sale. This yacht for sale is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal from that yacht market without notice. She is offered as a convenience by this yacht broker to its clients and is not intended to convey direct representation of a specific yacht for sale.