Licensed Yacht BrokersSales and service of yachts and shipsThe 61byBeneteauis asailing yachtpositioned amongcruising sailboatsand built on a durablefiberglassplatform. Represented by Shestakov Yacht Sales, broker Andrey Shestakov is ready to guide you through selection, configuration, and purchase.
Selecting a 61
If you’re seeking a capable cruiser with generous dimensions for comfort offshore or along the coast, the 62 ft (18.97 m) LOA and 16 ft (5.11 m) beam of the 61provide volume for living spaces and onboard systems. As acruising sailboatwithin thesailing yachtsegment, it emphasizes practical layouts and reliable systems, while thefiberglass hullconstruction supports durability and ease of maintenance for extended time on the water.
Features of the Model
- Propulsion: 1 x Volvo Penta, Inboard, Diesel
- Construction: fiberglasshull; deck material: Fiberglass
- Capacities: Fuel 286 gal; Fresh water 254 gal
- Accommodations: Capacity 8; sleeps 5; heads 4; crew cabins 1
- Backed by Shestakov Yacht Sales with dedicated support from broker Andrey Shestakov
Technical Specifications
- Length overall (LOA): 62 ft (18.97 m)
- Beam: 16 ft (5.11 m)
- Draft (max): 23.786 ft (7.25 m)
- Engine: 1 x Volvo Penta
- Engine type: Inboard
- Fuel type: Diesel
- Hull: fiberglass
- Deck: Fiberglass
- Accommodation capacity: 8
- Sleeps: 5
- Heads: 4
- Crew cabins: 1
- Fuel capacity: 286 gal
- Water capacity: 254 gal
Pricing and Ordering
For current pricing, build options, and delivery timelines for the 61byBeneteau, contact Shestakov Yacht Sales. Broker Andrey Shestakov will provide detailed quotations, availability, and guidance through survey, sea trial, and closing.
Questions and Answers
Q: What is the primary type of the 61? A: It’s asailing yachtlisted amongcruising sailboatswith afiberglass constructionhull, ideal for versatile cruising.
Q: What are the key dimensions I should know? A: The LOAis 62 ft (18.97 m),beamis 16 ft (5.11 m), and maximumdraftis 23.786 ft (7.25 m).
Q: What propulsion system does it use? A: The yacht is powered by 1 x Volvo PentaInboardDieselengine for dependable cruising performance.
Q: How many people can stay onboard comfortably? A: The accommodationslist capacity for 8, withsleepsfor 5, plus 4headsand 1crewcabin for added flexibility.
Q: How do I get pricingand startordering? A: Reach out to Shestakov Yacht Sales—broker Andrey Shestakov will provide pricing, specifications, and ordering steps for the61byBeneteau.
Owner Experience Review
Owners use the 61in theBeneteauOceanis Yacht line as an owner‑operated platform for bluewater passages and fast coastal hops, and it remains manageable for a couple. Tests and expert reviews describe a light, responsive helm in a light chop and straightforward short‑handed operation thanks to electric winches, a self‑tacking jib option, and helm‑side ergonomics. In typical 10–12 knots of breeze, reported sail pace is around 7–9+ knots with a genoa, and under power the boat will make roughly 8.8 knots at 2,500 rpm.
On board, liveaboard comfort stands out: a very large saloon, abundant stowage, and a forward owner suite taking about a third of the interior, plus a spacious cockpit with twin L‑settees, hi/lo tables, an aft sunpad, a dinghy garage, and a broad swim step. Modern digital switching and a proper nav/workstation support remote work and system oversight. Trade‑offs noted include the forward split galley—excellent workspace and refrigeration, but awkward on some tacks underway—and, typical of 60‑foot production yachts, higher maintenance due to system complexity and more involved service access. One expert review also flagged the life‑raft locker under the cockpit (far from the transom) as a practical/safety concern. Public long‑term owner logs are limited, so this synthesis relies on published tests, broker records, and forum commentary.
Pros and Cons
- Designed for short‑handed crews with a light, responsive helm and easy sail handling features.
- Liveaboard comfort from a very large saloon, abundant stowage, and a forward owner suite occupying roughly a third of the interior.
- Respectable pace with about 7–9+ knots under sail in 10–12 knots of wind and around 8.8 knots under power at 2,500 rpm.
- Forward split galley can be awkward to use on some tacks while underway.
- Larger‑boat systems complexity and service access increase routine maintenance time and cost versus smaller models.
- Life‑raft locker under the cockpit, far from the transom, has been cited as a practical and safety concern.
Comparison with Other Models
| Model | LOA | Beam | Draft | Speed (Cruising/Max) | Gross Tonnage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 61 | 62' 0" (18.97 m) | 16' 0" (5.11 m) | 23' 9" (7.25 m) | - | - |
| Swift Trawler 42 | 44' 0" (13.49 m) | 14' 0" (4.24 m) | 11' 3" (3.42 m) | - | - |
| Swift Trawler 41 Sedan | 44' 0" (13.44 m) | 13' 0" (4.19 m) | 12' 4" (3.75 m) | - | - |
| Swift Trawler 41 Fly | 44' 0" (13.44 m) | 13' 0" (4.19 m) | - | - | - |
| 473 | 47' 0" (14.33 m) | 14' 0" (4.32 m) | 18' 4" (5.58 m) | - | - |
| Swift Trawler 41 | 44' 0" (13.44 m) | 13' 0" (4.19 m) | 12' 4" (3.75 m) | 12 kn / 18 kn | - |
| 40 | 39' 0" (12.14 m) | 12' 0" (3.91 m) | 20' 6" (6.25 m) | - | - |
| Oceanis 58 | 59' 0" (18.01 m) | 16' 0" (5.11 m) | 27' 11" (8.50 m) | 10 kn | - |
| Oceanes 46 | 49' 0" (14.94 m) | 13' 0" (4.24 m) | 18' 10" (5.75 m) – 21' 1" (6.42 m) | - | - |
| Oceanis 461 | 46' 0" (14.02 m) | 13' 0" (4.24 m) | 18' 10" (5.75 m) | - | - |
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