Beneteau First 210: Bob Perry Review
Beneteau First 210: Bob Perry's design review
June 18, 2003
Let's go small and look at a trailerable boat. This one is from the board of Group Finot and built by Beneteau. It is a very different approach, abandoning tradition and going after speed and convenience with modern design features.
The benefit of this type of boat is the ability to move easily to exotic or semi-exotic locations for regattas. The 210 will make a great daysailer or a camp-style cruiser. While trailerable sailboats are seldom examples of refined design, the First 210 shows design innovation aimed at sparkling performance and eye appeal. This boat is also unsinkable.


There are no overhangs on this little packet. The bow profile shows a hint of concavity to allow some flare into the forward sections. There is also a tiny amount of tumblehome in the midsection with a moderate BWL.

On deck, the swim ladder and outboard bracket fit neatly between the twin rudders. The two cockpit lockers contain a space specifically for the outboard fuel tank. The bubblelike desk is striking and set off by a varnished mahogany toerail.

Boat Specifications
LOA | 21' |
LWL | 19.8' |
Beam | 8.2" |
Draft | 5'1" - 2'4" |
Displacement | 2,200 lbs. |
Ballast | 770 lbs. |
Sail Area | 243 sq. ft. |
SA/D | 22.98 |
D/L | 126.52 |
Auxiliary | 5 hp outboard |
The Beneteau 210 is no longer in production, but you can find used ones for sale through our Boats For Sale section.
For more information on Beneteau models, contact:
Beneteau USA
24 North Market St.
Charleston, SC 29401
(843) 805-5000
www.beneteauusa.com
