To develop a fast, fun, facile competitor was the challenge that Farr Yacht Design and Beneteau shared in the development of the First 10R. Beneteau called on Bruce Farr to give the First 10R a really revolutionary hull - both stable and powerful, with a large bowsprit forward allowing big spinnakers to be carried to advantage when reaching. A real winner's profile.
Draft: 6 ft. 7 in.
Beam: 11 ft. 1 in.
Fuel tank capacity: 20
Water tank capacity: 26
Standard features:
HULL
Hull and its structural grid are infused in one operation for a better strength/weight ratio, overall reduction in weight, and optimal weight control
Glass fibre/balsa/synthetic resin composite
Strengthened pressure points (keel, rudder, chain plates, deck line) reinforce the structure
DECK
Constructed by a closed molding injection system (glass fibre, balsa, synthetic resin sandwich) for better strength/weight ratio, finish & optimal insulation
All areas of working and maneuvering on deck are treated with a 'Picot' non-skid finish.
Solid reinforced areas are constructed at points under the deck fittings (winches, tracks, chain plates, cleats)
HULL/DECK JOINT
The hull/deck joint is secured in three ways: mechanically attached to the hull by screws fixing the teak toe rail; bonded to the hull (polyurethane adhesive) to guarantee better quality; and finishing joint guarantees water tightness of bonding
KEEL
Cast iron fin w/torpedo shaped lead bulb on bottom-hardened w/antimony to lower the center of gravity.
To increase life, keels are given an anti-corrosion treatment & improved finish before assembly, using epoxy based coatings and paint. The keel is fitted to the hull with high-resistance bonding as well as a system of bolts and stainless steel backing plates
SAFETY ON DECK
Swedish style SS open pulpit w/bi-color navigation light
(2) Stainless steel stern rails w/lifebuoy support, ensign staff & stern gate
Double row of lifelines supported by stanchions
(6) SS tapered stanchions w/flush molded SS bases Teak toe rail surrounding the deck
(2) Stainless steel handrails on coach roof
COCKPIT
Steering console w/mainsheet swivel base
GRP helmsman's footrests on cockpit sole
(2) Solid wood-slatted helmsman's seats port & starboard
(2) Solid wood-slatted cockpit benches
(1) Flush hatch in cockpit sole
(2) Side lockers in cockpit seats (starboard and port)
Locker to starboard for extra storage
Cockpit is self-draining
TRANSOM
Telescoping swim ladder
CARBON MAST
Hall Spars carbon mast w/clear coat UV protection
20° aluminum aft swept twin spreaders
Mainsail track to take boltrope or slides
Mast boot & pre-molded deck chock supplied to fit aluminum deck collar
STANDING RIGGING/CARBON MAST
Standing rigging is continuous rod rigging
Multi-part block & tackle backstay tensioner led to cockpit
Harken unit 4 headsail
RUNNING RIGGING
Fitted with low stretch lines and halyards:
(1) Genoa halyard
(1) Main halyard
(2) Spinnaker halyards
(2) Reefing lines
(1) Mainsail foot outhaul
(1) Mainsheet
(2) Spinnaker sheets
(1) Spinnaker tack line
(2) Genoa sheets
(2) Harken Genoa tracks w/cars adjustable from cockpit
(2) Harken jib tracks w/cars
Harken mainsheet track w/traveler
(1) Adjustable backstay w/block & tackle tensioner adjustable from both sides of cockpit
(1) Bowsprit outhaul tackle
Solid Flex type vang w/Harken blocks
(2) Spin lock double jammers fitted to companionway sides for lines led back to the cockpit: (1) Genoa halyard, (2) spinnaker halyards, (1) main halyard, (2) reefing lines, & asymmetric spinnaker tack line (2) Cam cleats fitted to coachroof for jamming bowsprit outhaul & spinnaker tack line
All lines are led to cockpit to limit working at mast.
(2) 4-sheave quadruple deck organizers take lines aft to jammers fitted each side of companionway.
SPINNAKER GEAR
(1) Retractable carbon fiber bowsprit
(1) Bowsprit outhaul tackle
(2) Spinnaker halyards
(2) Spinnaker sheets
(1) Spinnaker tackline
MAINSAIL SYSTEM
Harken mainsheet track w/ball-bearing car & multi-part tackle fitted to turning block
Car is a fitted w/a three-part adjustable traveller tackle & cam cleat
GENOA SYSTEM
(2) Harken Genoa tracks w/ball-bearing cars adjustable under tension by a four-part tackle
(2) Harken jib tracks with pin stop lead cars
(2) Single foot blocks for Genoa sheets
WINCHES
(2) 40 AST Lewmar® winches on coach roof
(2) 46 AST Lewmar® genoa sheet cockpit winches
(2) Winch handles w/holders
PORTS, HATCHES AND COVERS
All Lewmar® ports & low profile hatches. Windows are green tinted, fitted w/an exclusive waterproofing system & frames are in anti-corrosion anodized aluminum.
(1) Large opening hatch on forward coach roof
(1) Sliding companionway hatch
(8) Opening ports
STEERING SYSTEM
63" diameter, double spoke, leather covered wheel
Balanced spade rudder constructed in
GRP/polyurethane foam sandwich
Rudder shaft (GRP/polyester composite) constructed by injection, rotates on self-aligning roller bearing Cable steering system
Emergency tiller
MOORING AND ANCHORING
SS stem head fitting w/Genoa tack position
Removable bow roller
(4) Anodized aluminum mooring cleats bolted to the hull/deck joint w/protection plates
Self-draining chain well forward w/lid
SALON
Headroom: 5'11"
Symmetrical w/settees (6'4" x 1'8") & cushions forming (2) sea berths
Salon table w/SS base, brackets, & leaves
Backrests w/built-in storage along the hull
Storage under port settee
(2) Stainless steel handrails
(2) Lewmar® T4 ports in coachroof coamings
(2) Halogen overhead lights
COMPANIONWAY
Two-part removable teak companionway boards, w/lock and ventilation grille
GRP companionway w/removable non-slip steps sliding companionway hatch in 15mm Plexiglas
Stainless steel handrail on companionway sides
GALLEY TO PORT
Laminated countertop w/moulded wood fiddle
Rectangular stainless steel sink
Mixer tap with cold pressurized water
Garbage bag holder
2.4 cubic foot icebox w/storage baskets
2-burner gimbaled stainless steel alcohol stove, w/stainless steel safety bar/handrail
Lockers along hull for storage
Lewmar® T4 opening port
Halogen ceiling light
CHART TABLE TO STARBOARD
Chart table (approx 20" x 35") w/lid & navigators seat are situated facing forward
Desk for chart storage
Storage w/drawer & shelving under chart table
Navigator's seat w/storage
Removable panel for navigation electronics
Electrical panel
Lewmar® T4 port in coach roof coaming
Halogen overhead light
FORWARD HEAD COMPARTMENT
Headroom: 5'9"
GRP shower tray & sink unit
Manual marine toilet
Sink w/pressurized cold water & storage
Mirror
Hanging locker
Lewmar® low profile (20" x 24") opening deck hatch
Stainless steel bar for use as handrail
Halogen ceiling light
AFT QUARTER BERTH PORT
Berth w/cushion 6'5" x 3'3" & under-berth storage
Hanging locker
(2) Lewmar® T1 opening ports
Halogen ceiling light
AFT CABIN STARBOARD
Double berth w/cushion 6'5" x 5'5" & storage
Hanging locker
Halogen ceiling light
(2) Lewmar® T1 opening ports
PLUMBING
All underwater through-hull fittings are flush, bronze & fitted with quarter-turn sea cocks
26 gal rot molded freshwater tank under starboard salon settee w/mechanical gauge
Pressurized cold water for galley & head sinks
(2) Bilge pumps, (1) manual & (1) 12 Volt electric
ELECTRICAL
12 Volt electrical panel w/brushed stainless steel front, voltmeter and breakers
Cigarette lighter socket
(1) 80 Amp 12 Volt engine battery voucher
Battery switch situated in port main salon
Battery charging by engine alternator
Charge management indicator: Voltmeter
Bow & stern navigation lights
Steaming light
Anchor light
ENGINE EQUIPMENT
YANMAR 3YM20 20 hp Sail Drive unit
Twin-bladed folding propeller
