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First 18 SE

Cruiser-Racer Built by Beneteau

Boat highlights

First 18 SE is currently estimated in the Excellent band with an SBP score of 135.

Length overall

18.0 ft

Primary sail area

258 ft²

Displacement

1,102 lbs

Performance band: Excellent GPH rating: 730
135
SBP score
Excellent band

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Performance Analysis

Detailed performance metrics and polar diagram for First 18 SE.

Methodology note: SBP scores, polar diagrams, hull-speed values, and derived ratios are estimates. Use them for comparison and planning support—not as a substitute for manufacturer specifications, measured sea trials, rating certificates, professional weather routing, or safety margins. Review how we rate boats.

Performance Metrics

SBP Score
135
ORC GPH
730
Average Speed (GPH)
4.9 kn
Yardstick
106.7
Sail Carry Number
6.1
Planing Potential
1.8 (very high)
Hull Speed
5.2 kn

Speed Estimates

Wind Speed (kn)Beat VMG (kn)Run VMG (kn)
63.03.4
83.64.2
104.04.8
124.15.3
144.15.7
164.16.5
204.19.2

Polar Diagram

Wind Speed (kn)

Key Specifications

Explore the hull dimensions and sail plan for First 18 SE.

Dimensions

Length over all 18.04 ft
Length at Waterline 15.03 ft
Hull Speed 5.2 kn
Beam 7.87 ft
Draft 4.92 ft
Displacement 1,102 lbs

Sails

Main Sail Area 156.08 ft²
Foresail Area 99.03 ft²
Upwind Sail Area 258.33 ft²
Spinnaker/Gennaker Area 344.44 ft²

Construction ratios

Sail area-to-displacement (SA/D)
38.7
Capsize screening (CSF)
3.02
Comfort ratio (CR)
6.8

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