Boat Detail > Beneteau Oceanis 311  

Production 31-foot monohull aft-cockpit fiberglasssloop from Beneteau. Designed by Group Finot. Built in France. 120 produced from 1998. Also called the Beneteau 311.

Specifications for the Beneteau Oceanis 311

LOA	32.2 ft.	LOD	31.3 ft.
LWL	28.7 ft.	Beam	10.5 ft.
Draft	4.8 ft.	Displaces	7,716 lbs.
Ballast	2,245 lbs.	Sail Area	483.0 sq. ft.
Engine	18.0	PHRF Rating	177.0

D/L	146	B/D	29 %	SA/D	19.8
Comfort	16.8	Capsize	2.13	L/B	3.0

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Beneteau 311 - boat review

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Comparative Tests

Comparison of three "entry-level" cruising boats, the Beneteau 311, Catalina 310, and Hunter 326. 6 pages with photos, plans, and comparative specifications.

[Practical Sailor, 1 April 2002]
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Bénéteau

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The largest builder of cruising yachts in the world, including racer/cruisers, from 32 to 57 feet.

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Beneteau Owners Association

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UK Beneteau Owners Association

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Small British owners group. Organizes Beneteau rallies and races and offers an on-line forum.

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BeneteauOwners.net

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A good source for Beneteau-specific and related forums, boats-for-sale list, owner reviews and photos and specifications.

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