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Beneteau Powerboats offers one of the broadest and most varied product ranges in recreational boating, with models extending from approximately 24-foot dayboats to the 62-foot Grand Trawler 63. The Flyer range consists of sporty, outboard-powered dayboats designed for entertaining, watersports and casual fishing, while the Antares line adds enclosed wheelhouses, overnight accommodations and all-weather versatility. The redesigned Gran Turismo 35, 40 and 50 serve buyers seeking performance-oriented express cruisers with sophisticated styling and weekend accommodations. For longer journeys, the Swift Trawler 37, 41, 48 and 54, along with the displacement-hull Grand Trawler 63, provide greater range, storage and residential comfort for extended cruising.
Within the powerboat market, Beneteau occupies a strong position as a large international production builder offering European design, innovative layouts and a wide selection of sizes at generally more accessible price points than many boutique yacht brands. Depending on the model, buyers may compare Beneteau with boats from Jeanneau, Nimbus, Axopar, Sea Ray, Regal, Galeon, Greenline and Grand Banks. The brand’s breadth is one of its principal advantages: an owner can progress from an open Flyer to an enclosed Antares, a sporty Gran Turismo or a long-range Swift Trawler without leaving the Beneteau family. Among its most recognizable models are the Flyer 9, Antares 9, Antares 11, Swift Trawler 41, Swift Trawler 48 and Gran Turismo 40, while Beneteau reports that more than 1,680 Swift Trawlers had been sold by the end of 2022.
Recent awards demonstrate the strength of Beneteau’s current powerboat development. The new Gran Turismo 40 won the Motor Yacht 12–14 Meter category at the 2026 Yacht Style Awards, while the Swift Trawler 54 was named Best Passagemaker at the 2025 Motor Boat Awards. Beneteau owners use their boats in equally varied ways. Flyer owners enjoy swimming, wakeboarding, day cruising, fishing and waterfront dining; Antares owners use their protected cabins for family weekends, early- and late-season outings and occasional overnight trips. Gran Turismo owners favor fast coastal escapes and entertaining, while Swift Trawler and Grand Trawler owners undertake Great Lakes journeys, the Great Loop, extended coastal cruising and longer passages where fuel efficiency, storage and onboard comfort are priorities.
Working with a Jefferson Beach Yacht Sales yacht broker is particularly valuable when purchasing a pre-owned or brokerage-listed Beneteau because the brand includes numerous ranges, generations, propulsion systems and layout options. A JBYS broker can help determine whether a Flyer, Antares, Gran Turismo or Swift Trawler best matches the buyer’s boating plans, compare asking prices, investigate maintenance records and arrange marine, engine and systems surveys. The team can also coordinate sea trials, negotiations, financing, insurance, documentation and delivery. With more than 50 years of experience and nine offices across Michigan, Illinois, Ohio and Florida, Jefferson Beach Yacht Sales offers valuable knowledge of both Great Lakes and coastal ownership, helping buyers choose a Beneteau with the appropriate weather protection, range, dockage requirements and accommodations.
BENETEAU Powerboats is the motorboat division of the historic French BENETEAU brand. Its current range includes open dayboats, fishing-oriented boats, enclosed weekend cruisers, performance express cruisers, semi-displacement trawlers and a full-displacement long-range motor yacht. The lineup extends from relatively compact Flyer and Antares models to the Grand Trawler 63.
The official brand name is BENETEAU, while “BENETEAU Powerboats” describes its motorized product range. Boaters may also search for “Beneteau boats,” “Beneteau motorboats” and “Beneteau motor yachts,” but these terms generally refer to the same brand and its Flyer, Antares, Gran Turismo, Swift Trawler and Grand Trawler ranges.
BENETEAU traces its history to 1884, when Benjamin Beneteau established a boatyard in Croix-de-Vie, France. The company originally built fishing boats before expanding into recreational boating during the 1960s and 1970s. BENETEAU is now the historic flagship brand of Groupe Beneteau.
BENETEAU is part of Groupe Beneteau, an international recreational-boat company with several marine brands. The group remains family influenced through BERI 21, the Beneteau family holding company, which owns approximately 54% of Groupe Beneteau.
BENETEAU powerboats are produced within Groupe Beneteau’s international manufacturing system. The group operates production facilities across several countries, including France, Poland, Italy, Portugal, Tunisia and the United States. The exact factory can vary according to the model, production year and market, so buyers should verify the hull identification number and build records for an individual boat.
BENETEAU builds five principal types of powerboats: -Flyer: Open, outboard-powered dayboats -Antares: Enclosed weekender and fishing boats -Gran Turismo: Performance-oriented express cruisers -Swift Trawler: Semi-displacement cruising yachts -Grand Trawler: Full-displacement long-range motor yachts This unusually broad lineup allows BENETEAU to serve everyone from first-time family boaters to experienced long-distance cruisers.
The ranges are organized around different boating lifestyles. Flyer models prioritize open-air recreation; Antares boats add weather protection and overnight accommodations; Gran Turismo models emphasize performance, styling and luxury; Swift Trawlers focus on efficient extended cruising; and the Grand Trawler 63 is intended for owners who prioritize range, residential comfort and full-displacement operation.
BENETEAU occupies a strong international production position, combining European styling and innovative layouts with a wider range and generally broader availability than many boutique builders. Depending on the range, buyers may compare BENETEAU with Jeanneau, Sea Ray, Regal, Nimbus, Axopar, Cruisers Yachts, Greenline, Ranger Tugs, Nordic Tugs, Prestige and Grand Banks. This is a market-positioning assessment based on the sizes, layouts and intended uses of the respective product lines.
BENETEAU is generally regarded as an established production builder offering a strong balance of design, features, value and international dealer support. The company benefits from more than a century of boatbuilding experience and Groupe Beneteau’s large-scale design, engineering and manufacturing resources. The condition and value of a particular pre-owned BENETEAU will still depend on maintenance, storage, engine care, previous repairs and survey findings.
Construction varies by model, but BENETEAU primarily uses fiberglass-composite hulls and decks. Groupe Beneteau employs controlled resin-to-fiberglass processes, molded structural components and centralized production of wood and interior parts. Buyers should consult model-year-specific construction information because materials, infusion methods and structural systems can change as models are redesigned.
Air Step is BENETEAU’s patented planing-hull technology, originally developed in 2003. It channels air beneath portions of the hull to reduce drag and support acceleration, efficiency, handling and ride comfort. Updated generations of Air Step technology are used on performance-oriented models such as the Flyer range.
SEANAPPS is BENETEAU’s connected-boat monitoring and service platform. On compatible boats, it can provide information about the vessel’s location, batteries, fuel, maintenance needs and selected onboard systems. It can also help owners communicate with dealers or service providers, although available functions depend on the model, equipment and subscription status.
The Flyer range consists of sporty, outboard-powered dayboats designed for cruising, swimming, watersports, entertaining and casual fishing. Current models range from the Flyer 7 to the Flyer 10 and are offered in configurations that prioritize either open deck space or compact overnight accommodations.
A Flyer SUNdeck places greater emphasis on a large forward sunpad and a cabin beneath the foredeck, making it attractive for couples and families wanting privacy or occasional overnight use. A Flyer SPACEdeck has a more open, walkaround-style forward layout suited to passenger movement, social seating, watersports and fishing.
The Antares range consists of outboard-powered enclosed cruisers and fishing boats designed for year-round versatility. Their wheelhouses provide protection from sun, wind, spray and changing temperatures, while cabins, heads and convertible sleeping areas allow owners to remain aboard overnight.
Antares Cruising models place greater emphasis on passenger seating, sleeping accommodations, galleys and family recreation. Antares Fishing versions use more open working areas and fishing-oriented equipment while retaining the wheelhouse and weather protection associated with the range. Availability of the Fishing configuration depends on model and market.
The Gran Turismo range consists of performance-oriented express cruisers that BENETEAU describes through its Sport-Luxe design philosophy. The current GT35, GT40 and GT50 combine sporty handling with opening roofs, outdoor entertainment spaces, cabins and amenities for weekend or extended coastal cruising.
A Gran Turismo is a strong choice for buyers who want more performance and outdoor entertainment space than a trawler but more protection and overnight comfort than a conventional open dayboat. Owners typically use them for fast coastal trips, swimming, waterfront dining, weekend escapes and entertaining guests.
A Swift Trawler is a semi-displacement cruising motor yacht designed to operate efficiently at moderate speeds while retaining the ability to travel faster when necessary. Swift Trawlers feature protected helm stations, substantial storage, private cabins and layouts intended for longer trips. BENETEAU reported more than 1,680 Trawlers sold through the end of 2022.
A Sedan has a single interior helm and a roof that may be used for storage, solar panels or an exterior terrace, depending on the model. A Fly adds an upper helm, seating and another outdoor social space. Sedan models may offer lower air draft and simpler maintenance, while Fly models provide elevated visibility and open-air operation.
Swift Trawlers use semi-displacement hulls that can operate efficiently at moderate speeds but can also travel faster when scheduling or conditions require it. The Grand Trawler 63 uses a full-displacement hull optimized more heavily for range, lower-speed efficiency and residential comfort. The better choice depends on whether the owner prioritizes speed flexibility or maximum passagemaking efficiency.
BENETEAU builds different hulls for different purposes, so rough-water capability varies considerably across the range. An enclosed Antares or Swift Trawler offers more protection than an open Flyer, while the Grand Trawler 63 is intended for a different style of offshore operation than a high-speed Gran Turismo. Buyers should evaluate the intended cruising area, certification, hull design and sea-trial performance of the specific model rather than applying one general conclusion to the entire brand.
Yes. Most Flyers, Antares models, Gran Turismos and smaller Swift Trawlers are designed to appeal to private owner-operators. Outboard propulsion, good helm visibility, bow thrusters, joystick controls and accessible side decks can simplify handling on appropriately equipped boats. Larger models such as the Swift Trawler 54 and Grand Trawler 63 may benefit from a captain or crew depending on the owner’s experience and insurance requirements.
The larger Gran Turismo, Swift Trawler and Grand Trawler models can support extended or seasonal living aboard. The Swift Trawler 48 and 54 and Grand Trawler 63 offer the strongest liveaboard potential because of their multiple cabins, full galleys, storage, climate control and large interior social areas. Whether a boat is suitable for full-time use also depends on marina rules, utility access and the owner’s space requirements.
Yes. Swift Trawlers are particularly well suited to the Great Loop because of their fuel efficiency, protected helms, accommodations and manageable drafts. BENETEAU previously used a Swift Trawler 34 to complete and promote a Great Loop journey, while the 34 became one of the range’s best-selling legacy models, with more than 350 built. Air draft, bridge clearance, range and lock dimensions must still be verified for each individual boat.
Yes. Antares and Swift Trawler models can be especially attractive for Great Lakes boating because their protected helm stations and enclosed living spaces help extend the season. Flyer and Gran Turismo models are useful for summer day boating, swimming, waterfront dining and weekend trips. Great Lakes owners should account for winterization, heated storage, seasonal launching and access to qualified engine and systems service. This is a practical ownership assessment based on the layouts and intended uses of the respective ranges.
Yes. Flyer owners can use their boats for sandbars, swimming, watersports and waterfront dining, while Antares and Gran Turismo models support weekend trips through the Florida Keys or along either coast. Swift Trawlers are better suited to longer coastal itineraries and travel to island destinations. Buyers should consider draft, bridge clearance, air-conditioning capacity, hurricane storage and saltwater-maintenance requirements.
A Jefferson Beach Yacht Sales yacht broker can help buyers distinguish among the Flyer, Antares, Gran Turismo and Trawler ranges, locate pre-owned or centrally listed boats and compare model generations. A JBYS broker can obtain maintenance records, analyze asking prices, arrange surveys and mechanical inspections, coordinate sea trials and represent the buyer during negotiations. JBYS can also assist with financing, insurance, closing documentation, transportation and delivery. Its locations in Michigan, Illinois, Ohio and Florida give the company experience with both Great Lakes and coastal ownership considerations. JBYS has also marketed brokerage-listed BENETEAU models, including Antares and Gran Turismo boats.
