Beneteau Oceanis 311 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Drawing Diagram

Builder drawing

Hull type

Monohull · centerboard

Rig

Fractional Sloop

LOA

32.25' · 9.83 m

Displ.

7,716 lbs · 3,500 kg

First year

1998

The Beneteau Oceanis 311, introduced in the late 1990s as a successor to the Oceanis 300, represents a pivotal era in the evolution of the modern production cruiser. Designed by the acclaimed Groupe Finot, the 311 was engineered to maximize the "big boat" feel within a hull length of just under 32 feet. It occupies a unique space in the Beneteau lineage by sharing its hull form with the more aggressive First 31.7, a dualpurpose cruiserracer. This shared DNA allows the 311 to offer a level of sailing pedigree often missing in entrylevel cruising yachts. While the First 31.7 utilized a deeper keel and a taller rig, the Oceanis 311 was optimized for ease of handling, comfort, and accessibility, making it a favorite for coastal families and the international charter market, notably under the "Clipper" branding in certain European territories.