Beneteau R/C 35 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Hull type

Monohull · fin

Rig

Masthead Sloop

LOA

35.17' · 10.72 m

Displ.

10,485 lbs · 4,756 kg

First year

1980

The Beneteau R/C 35, more formally recognized in historical catalogs as the First 35, represents a pivotal moment in the evolution of the French shipyard. Launched in 1979 and designed by the esteemed naval architect Jean Berret, the R/C 35 was the vessel that solidified Beneteau’s reputation for the "Racer/Cruiser" (R/C) concept. This model was a strategic departure from the heavy, traditional cruisers of the mid70s, utilizing International Offshore Rule (IOR) design influences to create a hull that was competitive on the racecourse while remaining approachable for family coastal cruising. The R/C 35 was produced during an era of significant transition for Beneteau, moving from handcrafted timber construction to the sophisticated, industrialized fiberglass production that would eventually dominate the global market.