The Beneteau First 47.7 1999 vs Beneteau Swift Trawler 50 2013 comparison sits squarely in the category of decisions where specs alone won't tell the whole story — intended use, storage, and long-term ownership costs all factor in.

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Beneteau First 47.7 1999 at 48,1 ft versus Beneteau Swift Trawler 50 2013 at 49,2 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Beneteau Swift Trawler 50 2013 tips the scales at 35 264 lbs — 8 577 lbs less than the Beneteau First 47.7 1999 at 26 687 lbs. That difference is meaningful if you're working within a half-ton or three-quarter-ton truck's tow rating, especially once you factor in a motor, gear, and fuel.

The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 100 hp, the Beneteau First 47.7 1999 has a 98-hp advantage over the Beneteau Swift Trawler 50 2013's 2-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Beneteau Swift Trawler 50 2013 carries 317 gallons versus 62 gallons in the Beneteau First 47.7 1999. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

Both boats are rated for 14 passengers — a good fit for a family of four or five plus guests. Comfort at capacity is another matter; the longer hull typically means more seat options and better weight distribution.

The Beneteau First 47.7 1999 has a documented displacement of 26 687 lbs. Displacement data wasn't available for the other boat in this comparison.

The Beneteau First 47.7 1999 uses Sloop rigging. The Beneteau First 47.7 1999 has a documented auxiliary engine of 100 hp.

For extended cruising, water capacity matters: the Beneteau First 47.7 1999 carries 164 gallons versus 2 gallons on the Beneteau Swift Trawler 50 2013 — a significant advantage on longer passages where watermaker or provisioning stops aren't guaranteed.