Live the magic of the sea - SENSE 42

SENSE(42’) – The second yacht with the name at the Paris Boat
Show
BENETEAU invited you to discover the SENSE at the autumn boat shows, a new
concept in sailing cruisers, whose positioning is innovatory and well-claimed:
SENSE brings a new, hitherto unseen quality of life on board, combined with an
impeccable seaworthiness, to meet the new demands of the most hedonistic sailors.
Hardly has a 50-footer in this range been launched than it is enriched with a new
model ! Yes, BENETEAU will be unveiling for its world premier a totally new 42-foot
SENSE yacht at the Paris Boat Show.

Here now is some information about the forthcoming Sense (42’):
Fitted with two spacious cabins forward, the Sense (42’) retains the proportions, Live the magic of the sea
layout
framework characteristic of the concept. Life on board is organised around three main living
areas, from stem to stern:
1- A living space on the sea with an extra-large cockpit and clear access to the water.
2- An interior living space conducive to shared moments between the vast saloon and galley.
3- Finally, life after dark at the forward end of the boat offers two cabins and a head
compartment.
Light, spacious, flowing, and close to the water, this cruiser is built with a well thought out hull
to give a particularly reduced angle of heel, guaranteeing not only great comfort when
sailing but also a good speed through the water.
Specifications (42’)
The SENSE offers a very wide range of options and is available with two standards of trim:
Inspiration and Sensation.
Principal technical specifications (provisional):
pacity max: 675 L
Summary of the basics of the SENSE
concept:
A – Live the magic of the sea
Life on board SENSE is organised around three main living areas, from stem to stern:
1. Exterior living with bathing platform, helm position and a cockpit width never seen
before.
2. Daytime life in perfect harmony with the exterior: saloon and galley.
3. Life after dark at the forward end of the boat: bedrooms and bathrooms.
1) An innovative cockpit design
BENETEAU have designed a low cockpit which radically alters life on board. Thanks to this
real innovation, SENSE combines stretched and flowing lines with ease of access to the sea
and the saloon.
The ultra wide, spacious and safe cockpit is
designed to accommodate sailors and guests in
novel and distinctive spaces, free from the
constraints normally generated by aft cabins.
Under the cockpit there is still a technical area,
which can be converted for use as an occasional
cabin on the 50’ and over versions.
2) A well protected living space having perfect communication
with the cockpit
The companionway is ultra convenient. The cockpit
is separated from the saloon by just 3 steps raked at
a 45° angle to provide safe and easy access, whilst
everywhere the generously wide hand and safety
rails ensure safety while moving about on board.
A wide glass area and openings on both sides of the
companionway promote a sense of harmony
allowing life below and above deck to blend
smoothly together.
3) Life after dark at the forward end of the boat: bed- and
bathrooms
Ainsi, les cabines beneficient d’une meilleure ventilation et l’intimite sera privilegiee avec des
chambres eloignees des bruits du cockpit et du quai.
These choices confirm the hedonistic commitment of SENSE to provide increased levels of
comfort for the owner and his guests.
Additionally, all the systems, machines and deck equipment are brought together under the
cockpit to ensure that noise is separated from the living area.
B - A boat that simplifies life on board
On board SENSE, priority is given to the pleasure of being on the water.
1- Innovative deck plan
For the comfort of guests, the controls (winches,
halyards, genoa sheets, etc.) are located aft of the
″relaxing″ cockpit area.
The mainsheet is led back to a fixed arch which allows
the companionway to be unrestricted.
2- More freedom!
SENSE is designed for sailing with complete freedom with large fresh water and fuel
capacities. It is also ready for renewable energy equipment (solar, wind).
Sense (50’)
Sense (50’)
Sense (50’) Sense (50’)
The SENSE is also suitable for tomorrow’s technology: hybrid propulsion, boat handling
assistance.
C – SENSE: seaworthy boats designed for sailing on
a more even keel
When cruising, comfort and therefore enjoyment also include comfort when sailing.
The hull design has been created in collaboration with Berret Racoupeau
Yacht Design, to deliver maximum performance with 15° heeling angle
instead of the normal 20°.
The advantage of this is clear - movement around the boat while sailing is
safer and easier.
Olivier Racoupeau
The trio of BENETEAU, Nauta Design and Berret/Racoupeau together form a team of proven
and complementary talents, who already have to their credit the complete renewal of the
nine models of the OCEANIS range.
D - Interior beauty
Insight into the latest design trends
The quality of the design being fundamental to the well-being of the crew, SENSE extends an
invitation to view interiors that are elegant and contemporary in style.
Gloss Alpi fruitwood finish, bleached oak laminated sole, ″homestyle″ upholstery, synthetic
resin work surfaces with built in sinks and high-tech equipment have been selected with care
in collaboration with the Nauta design studio.
Certain items fold away when not in use such as the gas cooker, TV, seats, etc.
SENSE: seaworthy boats which provide owners and their
guests an exceptional quality of life on board.