Beneteau Oceanis 320 Sailboat Review, Specs, and Listings

Phillippe Briand·1987·Beneteau
Beneteau Oceanis 320 drawingBuilder drawing
Hull Type
Monohull · bulb
Rig
Masthead Sloop
LOA
30.28' · 9.23 m
Disp.
8,818 lbs · 4,000 kg
First year
1987

The Beneteau Oceanis 320, a popular monohull from the renowned French builder Beneteau, stands out as a well-conceived coastal cruiser designed for comfort and ease of handling. Launched as part of the pioneering Oceanis line, this sailboat embodies Beneteau's philosophy of balancing performance with practical, family-friendly accommodations. With a length overall of just over 30 feet, the Oceanis 320 was envisioned to provide a manageable yet capable platform for enjoyable sailing, making the "sea simpler" for its owners. She was designed by the esteemed French naval architect Philippe Briand, a frequent collaborator with Beneteau, whose influence is evident in her balanced lines and comfortable cruising characteristics.

Measurements

Dimensions 01

Length Overall
30.28 ft
Length on deck
Waterline Length
27.69 ft
Beam
10.7 ft
Draft
4.59 ft
Maximum Headroom
Air Draft

Construction & hull 02

Construction
Fiberglass
Hull Type
Monohull
Keel Type
Bulb
Rudder
1× Spade
Ballast
2,646 lbs
Displacement
8,818 lbs
Water Capacity
Fuel Capacity

Rig & sails 03

Rigging Type
Masthead Sloop
Mainsail luff
Mainsail foot
Foretriangle height
Foretriangle base
Forestay Length (estimated)
Sail Area
538 sqft

Calculations 04

Sail Area to Displacement Ratio
20.16
Ballast to Displacement Ratio
30.01
Displacement to Length Ratio
185.42
Comfort Ratio
20.37
Capsize Screening Ratio
2.07
Hull Speed
7.05 kn

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