The Beneteau First 44 Performance is the high-octane sibling of the standard First 44, designed to bridge the gap between the nimble First 36 and the flagship First 53. Launched in 2022, this model represents a calculated return to the "cruiser-racer" heritage that defined Beneteau in the 1980s. Designed by the naval architecture firm Biscontini Yacht Design—led by Roberto Biscontini of America’s Cup fame—with styling by Lorenzo Argento, the hull is engineered for modern performance parameters, featuring a sleek entry, wide powerful aft sections, and twin rudders to maintain control at high heel angles. While the standard First 44 is geared toward spirited family cruising with a cockpit arch and heavier trim, the First 44 Performance is stripped of the arch, optimized for weight, and rigged with a more aggressive sail plan to satisfy the demands of club racing and fast offshore passages.
Used Beneteau First 44 Performance Sailboats for Sale
- Make
- Beneteau
- Model
- First 44 Performance
- Builder
- Beneteau
- Designer
- Biscontini Design Group
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 2022 - ??
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