keel on Beneteau 411 limited edition (2003)
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With the exception of a single used boat sales reference, I can find nothing that indicates what makes a "limited edition" version any different from standard procuction.
Do you know what a limited edition version of the 411 is supposed to be?
http://www.yachtworld.com/core/list...units=Feet&access=Public&listing_id=77190&url=
http://beneteau.sailboatowners.com/...l&id=193&Itemid=888&brand=Beneteau&bmodel=411
The Oceanis 411 had a longish production run, from 1997 to 2004, with many minor variations in trim and detail, as well as differences between models built for the EU and US markets. Designed by Group Finot, construction is of solid GRP for the hull, with a balsa-cored deck and coachroof moulding. Designations such as 'Clipper' and 'Celebration' refer to trim levels and detail of boats built at different times. The keel material would be the same.
http://beneteau.sailboatowners.com/...l&id=193&Itemid=888&brand=Beneteau&bmodel=411
The Oceanis 411 had a longish production run, from 1997 to 2004, with many minor variations in trim and detail, as well as differences between models built for the EU and US markets. Designed by Group Finot, construction is of solid GRP for the hull, with a balsa-cored deck and coachroof moulding. Designations such as 'Clipper' and 'Celebration' refer to trim levels and detail of boats built at different times. The keel material would be the same.
B411 Le
The ballast weight is 5,500 lbs. for the shoal draft (4'9") and 5,236 lbs. for the optional 5'7" draft boat. All 411 keels are cast iron.
The LE version came with a series of finish upgrades and increased equipment. Polished hatch frames, chromed dorades, blue gel coat, inverter, larger windlass, sailing instrument package. My boat is a 411 LE.
The ballast weight is 5,500 lbs. for the shoal draft (4'9") and 5,236 lbs. for the optional 5'7" draft boat. All 411 keels are cast iron.
The LE version came with a series of finish upgrades and increased equipment. Polished hatch frames, chromed dorades, blue gel coat, inverter, larger windlass, sailing instrument package. My boat is a 411 LE.
So, the "trim" package (LE, Clipper or Celebration) has no bearing on the keel attached to a boat. The "standard" keel was the shoal draft with the fin style as an option.
Pierre, if you know the "draft" from the boat's listing then your answer can be inferred from the information above.
Interesting as those 2 different links show the 5'-7" keel as 5500 lbs
and this link http://www.yachtworld.com/core/list...urrency=USD&access=Public&listing_id=1021&url=
shows the keel 5'-7 as 5236lbs.
Wish these guys would get it right and the Beneteau website sucks now. The specs are in French and are a very poor scan, almost unreadable.
and this link http://www.yachtworld.com/core/list...urrency=USD&access=Public&listing_id=1021&url=
shows the keel 5'-7 as 5236lbs.
Wish these guys would get it right and the Beneteau website sucks now. The specs are in French and are a very poor scan, almost unreadable.
Most internet sales listing are based on info provided by the owners/brokers and they often don't know what they have. To many, the 351 & 352, US or French built are often seen & listed as the same. There is a 352 listed in Australia that is pure 351 in the pics. The industry doesn't even know how to list the boats. Do we have a Beneteau 352, Oceanis 352 or a Beneteau Oceanis 352?
It doesn't help that Beneteau USA has chosen to withdraw owner support via the net.
Do you have an electronic version of your 352 owner's manual?
On-line parts, now called SpareParts: http://spareparts.beneteauusa.com/spp/controleur.php?action=accueil
I also checked and there is no listing of a Beneteau 352 in their "previous models" list. Are you sailing in a parallel universe?
The Benetau 352 doesn't really exist. I'm going to classify it along with the Mary Celeste and The Fying Dutchman. I..... wonder if they make a flag for that.
I have the electronic version of the Bene 351 which I got before Beneteau screwed up their website.
I do have 2 binders that came with the boat and they are a mixture of 351 and 352 documentation.
I do like the boat that doesn't exist.
I..... wonder if they make a flag for that.I have the electronic version of the Bene 351 which I got before Beneteau screwed up their website.
I do have 2 binders that came with the boat and they are a mixture of 351 and 352 documentation.
I do like the boat that doesn't exist.
OK ... Parts support continues. Ward Richardson confirmed that my hull ID number is for a Beneteau Oceanis 352, hull #282. There are 27 352 owners registered here.On-line parts, now called SpareParts: http://spareparts.beneteauusa.com/spp/controleur.php?action=accueil
I also checked and there is no listing of a Beneteau 352 in their "previous models" list. Are you sailing in a parallel universe?
I don't think any 352's were built in France. The 352 is a transitional model. Basically a 351 with interior changes that were adopted in the 361 for the most part.
The online support that used to be available for previous "US" models has disappeared. All that is left is the French built info.
Joker, I'll start the process of scanning in the manual that came with my boat.
Attached is the spec sheet I pulled from the old Beneteau USA site.
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