Briand Yacht Design said of this model, We designed the First 50 in the same way as we design superyachts, an exceptional object, featuring the best up to the minute technology and art, to match the owners pride. While the First 50 is designed as a performance/racing yacht, it is those elements which make her such a delight to sail when off the race course.
Draft: 7 ft. 10 in.
Beam: 14 ft. 6 in.
Fuel tank capacity: 63
Water tank capacity: 143
Standard features:
CONSTRUCTION
Hull constructed of hand-laid solid GRP bonded to a structural grid/hull liner of directional fiberglass/GRP for a strong, stiff, light composite. Vinyl ester hull
barrier coat to resist osmotic blistering and zone specific stitch mat laminates for specific increased strength optimization.
Deck constructed of Cored GRP sandwich construction for stiffness, thermal and acoustic insulation and lighter weight. Solid fiberglass reinforcements in high load areas. Integral unidirectional GRP deck beams for added strength. Main bulkheads bonded 360° to the hull and deck for rigid torsional and compression strength.
White hull, grey hull decoration
DECK EQUIPMENT
RIGGING
Standard 9/10 anodized aluminum mast and boom, keel stepped with triple spreader
(3) Folding steps on mast
Hydraulic boom vang
Rod rigging standard
Single backstay w/hydraulic adjuster
Genoa furler w/drum under deck
Mainsheet control on cockpit sole
(2) Genoa sheet tracks w/lead cars adjustable from cockpit
Complete running rigging Dyneema®: (1) Genoa halyard, (1) Genoa furler, line, (2) Genoa sheets, (2) back and forth Genoa traveler, (1) main halyard, (1) mainsail foot, (1) mainsail sheet in cockpit, (3) reef lines
(12) Line clutches
(2) Deck organizer on cabin top
Deck pre-fitted with backing plate for spinnaker gear
WINCHES
Aluminum Harken winches self-tailing:
(1) Mainsail 53.2 STA winch in cockpit
(2) Maneuvering winches 48.2 STA on deckhouse
(2) Genoa sheet winches 60.2 STA on cockpit coamings
(2) Winch handles
BOW MOORING ANCHORING
(1) Stainless steel bow fitting, asymmetric spinnaker tack bale
Self-bailing chain locker
Retractable bow roller system, gas spring assisted, anchoring (anchor Delta 24 kg, 50M of 12mm diameter chain, 50M of 22mm diameter rope)
Vertical electric windlass 1500 Watt, remote control, swivel bow roller
Sail locker
(6) Aluminum mooring cleats, stainless steel chafe guards on deck
SAFETY
Open front stainless steel pulpit
Stainless steel aft pulpits w/lifelines
Double stainless steel lifelines w/gates port and starboard, stainless steel stanchions and bases
Flag pole mountings, ring lifebuoy bracket
(2) Jointed plates for harness (companionway and on mainsail mounting)
COCKPIT
Self-bailing cockpit
(1) Locker under each cockpit bench
Storage locker under cockpit sole at transom w/gas assist lift cylinder
(1) Life raft locker in cockpit sole, gas piston lid
Cockpit bench seats, cockpit bottom and helmsman seating w/wood inlays
(2) Steering wheel pedestals in lacquered aluminum: (2) black lacquered aluminum steering wheels, imitation carbon covered (35" diameter)
(1) Emergency tiller
Dual compasses
Engine control panel at end of starboard cockpit bench
Spaces for navigation electronics (optional extra) recessed into port and starboard cockpit benches
(2) Waterproof cockpit speakers
SUN DECK AND STERN
Hinged stern swim deck w/wood inlays
Opening of stern deck with gas spring assisted manual tackle
Stainless steel swim ladder
(1) Hot & cold cockpit shower
ACCOMODATIONS
Light oak color ALPI woodwork
Parquet type laminated floors
COMPANIONWAY
Headroom: 6'7"
Stainless steel companionway w/molded wood steps with non-slip surface
(2) Stainless steel handrails
FORWARD CABIN
Headroom: 6'3"
Centerline double berth w/marine mattress
Wood-slatted bed base, padded headboard
Hanging locker, (2) drawers, storage locker, dressing table, cubbyholes along the hull
(1) Opening hatch w/Ocean Sir shade/screen
(2) Fixed hull portholes
FORWARD HEAD COMPARTMENT
Headroom: 6'5"
Separate stall shower
Manual marine toilet w/21 gal. holding tank
Square synthetic resin sink
Storage cupboard with drawer, closed lockers
Toilet accessories: Paper dispenser, trash bin
(2) Mirrors
(1) Opening deck hatch w/Ocean Air shade/screen
SALON
Headroom: 6'5" 6'7"
L-shaped bench seat, double density foam
(1) Rectangular salon table
Starboard sofa bench
Storage under bench seats and under floor
Leather covered stainless steel handrails under
coamings
(3) Opening deck hatches w/Ocean Air shade/screen
(2) Fixed hull portholes
GALLEY TO STARBOARD
Headroom: 6'7"
T-shaped galley w/handrails
Rectangular sink w/closed drain rack
(1) 2 burner gimbaled stove w/oven
Front opening 12 Volt evaporator fridge, 3.4 cubic foot w/storage baskets
(1) Top opening icebox, 2.1 cubic foot
Galley accessories: Cutting board, trash bin, sponge holder, stainless steel dish drain rack
Cutlery drawer, bottle holder
Leather covered stainless steel handrails under coaming
(4) Opening portholes with blinds on coaming
CHART TABLE TO PORT
Headroom: 6'7"
L-shaped chart table/desk, (4'7" x 4'7") space for charts and navigation instruments along the hull
(1) Adjustable swivel seat in vinyl leather, stainless steel legs
Electrical panel, access to charger and to electrical connection
Navigation instrument panels fitted in closed cubbyholes
DVD player with (2) speakers in salon and (2) speakers in the cockpit, TV 20" LCD
Handhold, leather covered stainless steel handrails under coamings
(1) Leather covered stainless steel hand rail on bulkhead
(2) Opening portholes with blinds on coaming
White/red chart table light
PORT AFT HEAD
Headroom: 6'6"
Shower
Manual marine toilet w/21 gal. holding tank
Countertop with square synthetic resin sink
Storage cupboard with drawer, closed lockers
Toilet accessories: Paper dispenser, trash bin
(2) Mirrors
(2) Opening portholes with blinds on coaming
AFT CABIN
Headroom: 6'6"
Port cabin is slightly larger than starboard
(2) Cabins each with:
Double bed w/marine mattress
Backrest chair with armrest in hull
Fabric hanging closets on stainless steel rails
(1) Opening port with blind on coaming
(1) Opening porthole with blind on cockpit
(1) Fixed hull port
ENGINE
Engine YANMAR Diesel 75 hp w/Sail drive
Engine control, key ignition, control panel in cockpit to starboard
Engine bed integrated in hull liner, soundproofed compartment w/insulating foam
(1) Alternator 12 Volt/80 Amp
(1) Rotomolded fuel tank, 63 gal (under starboard aft berth) w/gauge
Folding three-blade propeller
(1) Engine access through companionway, (2) engine access through aft cabins
ELECTRICAL
12 Volt circuit, 110 Volt circuit
(2) House batteries 140 Amp, (1) battery for engine
110 Amp, battery switch
(1) Charger 40 Amp, (1) shore power 110 Volt, battery isolator
Electrical panel backlit (12 Volt/110 Volt) (circuit breakers, voltmeter 12 Volt/110 Volt, ammeter, water gauge, fuel gauge, low battery, fuel and water alarm
(1) 12 Volt outlet, (7) 110 Volt outlets
Lighting: Square halogen-ceiling lights, swivel reading lights and background lighting
Navigation, anchor, and deck lights
PLUMBING
(2) Rotomolded freshwater tanks (87 gal under forward berth, 63 gal under port aft berth)
Fresh water pressure system, accumulator tank, filter
Electric water heater 11gal. (110 Volt or engine heated)
Electrical shower drain pumps
(1) Electric bilge pump, (1) manual bilge pump
GAS
Storage for (2) propane tanks in cockpit
