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First 36 SE: Cruiser for regattas

21 January 2026 · 2 min · 815 views

First 36 SE sailboat on display at boat show

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The Beneteau First 36 SE serves as a performance-oriented evolution of the First 36, featuring a carbon mast and tiller steering.0:10 This racing-focused configuration prioritises weight reduction through the removal of interior liners, exposing the glass hybrid structure, and replacing traditional cabinetry with hanging storage bags.1:01 The interior layout maintains the same dimensions for the aft cabin, chart table, and saloon as the standard model, while offering the option for a full oven.1:17 The deck layout includes Eva deck flooring in the cockpit and interior, along with dedicated winches for halyards and trim.2:22 The boat incorporates a longer bowsprit designed to optimise performance under ORC rating rules without incurring significant penalties.2:38 Priced at 290,000 Euro excluding VAT, the SE version represents a 15 per cent premium over the 250,000 Euro standard model.1:31 Current market interest for the vessel remains strong across Northern Europe, with units sold in Denmark and Finland.1:39

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