2010 Dufour 525 Grand Large vs Beneteau First 47.7 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2010 Dufour 525 Grand Large | Beneteau First 47.7 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Dufour | Beneteau |
| Year | 2010–2015 | 2003–2008 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | France |
| Designer | Umberto Felci | Farr Yacht Design |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 15.82 m (51.9 ft) | 14.69 m (48.2 ft) |
| LWL | 14.10 m (46.3 ft) | 12.90 m (42.3 ft) |
| Beam | 4.77 m (15.6 ft) | 4.30 m (14.1 ft) |
| Draft | 2.25 m (7.4 ft) | 2.50 m (8.2 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 14,500 kg (31,967 lbs) | 11,500 kg (25,353 lbs) |
| Ballast | 4,200 kg (9,259 lbs) | 4,200 kg (9,259 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 115.0 m² (1,238 ft²) | 105.0 m² (1,130 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 75 HP | 75 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 250 L (66.0 gal) | 250 L (66.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 500 L (132.1 gal) | 450 L (118.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 10 | 10 |
| Cabins | 5 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2010 Dufour 525 Grand Large and Beneteau First 47.7 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2010 Dufour 525 Grand Large is a modern design by Dufour from France, while the Beneteau First 47.7 is a 2000s offering from Beneteau from France. The 2010 Dufour 525 Grand Large was penned by Umberto Felci. The Beneteau First 47.7 was designed by Farr Yacht Design.
In terms of size, the 2010 Dufour 525 Grand Large measures 15.82m (51.9ft) overall with a beam of 4.77m, compared to the Beneteau First 47.7 at 14.69m (48.2ft) with a 4.30m beam. The 2010 Dufour 525 Grand Large is 1.13m longer than the Beneteau First 47.7. The 2010 Dufour 525 Grand Large displaces approximately 26% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2010 Dufour 525 Grand Large has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 19.64 and 115.0 m² of sail area. The Beneteau First 47.7, with an SA/D of 20.93 and 105.0 m² of canvas, offers generous sail power for spirited sailing. The Beneteau First 47.7 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2010 Dufour 525 Grand Large offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 13.0) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The Beneteau First 47.7 has a comfort ratio of 14.0 and a capsize screening value of 0.76. The ballast ratios are 29.0% for the 2010 Dufour 525 Grand Large and 36.5% for the Beneteau First 47.7, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2010 Dufour 525 Grand Large provides 10 berths in 5 cabins with 500L of water capacity and 250L of fuel. The Beneteau First 47.7 offers 10 berths in 3 cabins with 450L water and 250L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Beneteau First 47.7 is the better choice for comfortable cruising thanks to its higher comfort ratio, offering a gentler motion at sea that crews will appreciate on longer passages.
For racing: The Beneteau First 47.7 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: Both boats provide similar accommodation, making either a viable choice for living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.
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