Arriving from Paris are the electric Beneteau: Oceanis 30.1 E and First 44 E
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At Nautic, the Paris boat show from Dec. 3-11, Beneteau surprisingly presents two “electric” boats, theOceanis 30.1 E (9.53 x 2.99 m) and the First 44 E (14, 15 x 4.25 m).
The new Beneteau Electrics: Oceanis 30.1 E and First 44 E
The electric propulsion adopted on the two models is from Torqeedo. The Oceanis 30.1 E powered by a Torqeedo 6.0 cruise pod and with two battery pack options: power 24-3500 and 48-5000.
The First 44 E is equipped with a Torqeedo 12.0 cruise pod propulsion system and 48-5000 battery.
It should be noted that both models have the Torqeedo Pod allow, when browsing, charging. Only 100 W of power is produced at low speed, but this figure increases rapidly as the speed of the boat increases.
Beneteau also plans to offer a massive package of 1,000 W solar panels adapted to the shape of the deck, enough to fully recharge the 48 V bank between weekends without having to connect to the power grid.
Silently sailing and motoring with electrics
There is an added advantage if electric propulsion is used instead of traditional propulsion.
With electric propulsion it is possible to motor and sail in very light winds, when minimal power may be needed to add a couple of knots of speed to the boat. A little extra propulsion at the bow helps create the apparent wind, so if the wind direction is suitable, a small amount of electricity will quietly increase the boat’s speed by three to five knots. Even the standard battery can support this process for as much as 10 hours.
Where are the batteries on the Beneteau Oceanis 30.1 E
Beneteau’s first electric model, theOceanis 30.1 E, is equipped with a complete Torqeedo system, including a 6kW pod drive with regeneration that enables charging while underway. The standard battery, a 5kW 48V unit, is installed in the bottom of the cockpit locker, where the diesel tank is usually located, and it is possible to opt for a second battery to double the range.
The installation is incredibly quiet and the instantaneous torque is substantial, making it easier to maneuver in tight spaces than a diesel engine. Maximum speed in flat water is six knots, but range is limited because it decreases exponentially with speed. At four knots you get three hours of range with the standard battery pack, which is equivalent to 12 miles.
The final price is expected to be about 5-6% higher than the standard price of a diesel-powered boat.
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