Your NEW BENATEAU FIRST 53 on the water before the end of 2026!
The First 53 epitomises power and elegance in a mix of classic and modern lines. From her straight slender bow to her 5-metre maximum beam carried aft, she is a head turning yacht.
The ergonomically designed cockpit ensures nothing can obstruct forward movement and ease of sailing. The First 53 utilises high-end mast and deck gear to provide a powerful sail plan that can still be easily controlled by a shorthanded crew.
A culmination of over 40 years of development by Beneteau of its performance cruiser and race boats. With sights set on high-performance cruising, this “luxury performance” sailing yacht was created for demanding sailors and decerning owners. With incredible cruising additions such as a tender garage, luxurious interior finishes and comfortable cockpit and saloon seating.
There is the opportunity for an immediate delivery, please contact us for details of the great specification of this available boat.
We can also discuss forward order availability and build options, opportunities to get onboard and part-exchanges. We can also offer competitive finance packages. If you are interested in more information please don't hesitate to contact the Ancasta Swanwick office.
Rig
Sloop
Black lacquered aluminium classic tapered mast- deck stepped
3 Aft swept spreaders
Dyform Rigging
Hydraulic vang and backstay
Harken fixed blocks at foot of mast
Harken Switch mainsail track (without traveller)
Black Racing lacquered aluminium rigid kicking strap with Dyneema tackle and friction rings
Genoa track on the roof with traveller and hauling line controlled from the cockpit
Electric Genoa furler below deck
1 mainsail attachment point at bottom of cockpit with 1 stand-up block
German system (Two-way mainsheet at the helm station)
All lines brought back to the helm stations (except boom topping lift)
Dyneema Complete running rigging:
Mainsheet halyard sheave block,
Genoa halyard,
Boom uphaul (polyester) with cleat on mast,
Mainsheet,
2 Genoa sheets,
2 Automatic reefing system
7 halyard clutches to port, 4 to starboard
HARKEN Black Magic blocks
2 Spinnaker sheet chain plates/code 0
2 Flag halyards
Windex Windvane
WINCHES
1 Manual self-tailing winch to starboard (H50.2 STP)
1 Electric self-tailing winch to port (H50.2 STP)
2 Electric Genoa winches (H70.2 STP)
2 Aluminium Speed Grip winch handles
Stowage of which handles in dedicated space in rope bags
SAILS
Custom sails to your requirements
First 53 downwind pack
2 additional halyard clutches to starboard
2 Harken Black Magic blocks for spinnaker/code 0
1 Harken Black Magic block for spinnaker tackline
1 Dyneema sheaved halyard with block for spinnaker/code 0
1 Dyneema spinnaker halyard
Broker comments
Example specification, can be tailored to your requirements. Part-Exchanges welcome and competitive finance packages available.
NAVIGATION
(Offshore electronics packs)
GPS MAP 1223 12" MFD to port & stbd helm
gWind windvane & anemometer
Airmar DST810 sensor (log, speed, temp)
PC interface
315i fixed VHF at chart table (NO AIS)
Windex
Charcoal grey covers for port & stbd helm
Reactor 40 autopilot with GHC50 control at port helm
Wireless autopilot remote control
GARMIN Quantix 7 connected watch
Options included:
Cockpit windlass control and counter
IBS Sensor
2x Cockpit tables in wood with extensions on stainless steel frame
Cockpit table covers - charcoal grey
Sprayhood - charcoal gey
Cockpit bimini - charcoal grey
220v Air Conditioning
Pre-wiring and lifting system for TV in saloon
Anchor -Delta 32kg
Anchor chain 12mm x 40m
50m x 22mm anchor wrap
Mooring lines, pack of 4 - 15mm x 18m
Fenders including line (x6)
Electric transom remote control
Tender loading system
All figures approximate
YANMAR 80HP DIESEL Sail Drive
Engine control at the starboard helm station -upgraded to electric in Luxe trim level
Soundproofed engine compartment:
Alternator (12V / 125 Ah)
Filters: Seawater - Diesel - Water separator
Foldaway three-blade propeller
Engine access through companionway (opening with 2 gas struts)
2 Engine access through aft cabins
OTHER MACHINERY
7.5KVA Generator
Retractable bow thruster
Retractable stern thruster
TANKAGE
2 Rotomoulded diesel tank 2 x 200 L/2 x 53 US Gal (under aft berth port and starboard) Electronic gauge - Low level alarm - 1 Deck filler
1 Rotomoulded freshwater tank 380 L / 100 US Gal, under berth in forward cabin - 1 Deck filler
ELECTRICS
12 V electrical panel in saloon (Breaker, Voltmeter, Water gauge, Fuel gauge, Battery warning, Fuel warning, Water warning) + USB port dual port
Radio controlled wireless light switches (no battery) for lighting (excluding heads)
Ship Control technology control numerous functions from the navigation screens (or from a tablet or smartphone using a dedicated app)
12V circuit
3 AGM service batteries (140 Ah) - plus 2 more in Luxe trim level
1 AGM engine battery (100 Ah)
Battery cut-off switch easily accessible from the companionway
1 Battery charger (60 Ah) plus another 40AH in Luxe trim level
1 Power distributor
10 230V sockets throughout the boat
6 Dual USB sockets throughout the boat
LED lighting throughout
LED navigation lights:
- 1 Masthead light
- 1 Steaming light
- 1 Anchor light on masthead
Deck searchlight (Halogen)
All figures approximate
BENETEAU FIRST 53 BUILT BY BENETEAU, FRANCE in 2026
Beautiful performance cruiser designed by Roberto Biscontini (Americas Cup designer)
First 53 luxe trim level - includes full electronics packs
First 53 downwind pack
First 53 mooring/anchor pack
CONSTRUCTION
White hull
Balsa sandwich infusion hull
Vacuum infused structural inner liner
Real wood laid deck, cockpit sole, cockpit seats
Deep iron keel
Polyester bowsprit with integrated anchoring gear and bobstay
Spinnaker chainplate (for Code 0 and asymmetric spinnaker)
L.O.A 17.16m - 56’4’’
Hull length 15.98m - 52’5’’
L.W.L. 15.40m - 50’6’’
Beam 5.00m - 16’5’’
Light displacement - 15,500kg
All figures approximate
