Sea Trials
Performance figures (as tested with seven people and 80% tankage) cruising speed in
light swell
RPM SPEED (KTS) FUEL BURN (L/PH) RANGE (NM)
1000 6.9 15 1012
1500 8.2 40 451
2000 11 94 257
2500 16 167 220
3000 26.2 244 252
3010 28 245 251
double berth that splits into singles,
with plenty of volume (and 2.02m
headroom) around it because of the
snub bow and tall topsides. Also
abundant is the natural light from the
skylight and opening portholes while
there’s storage for two people in twin
wardrobes and cupboards. Ablutions
is done in the elongated shower/
bathroom. Similarly in the midships
twin cabin which is snug yet has all
the basic facilities including twin
portholes and a good-size ensuite,
with television on its forward bulkhead
wall.SUNDECK
Down at deck level, the working parts
of the MC6S are well proportioned, so
there’s sizeable cleating and capstans
aft while deep bulwarks guide you
safely to the foredeck, to yet another
party area. Before the party kicks
off, anchoring is well taken care of
with a 2000 watt 24V Lewmar vertical
windlass and capstan with tall cleats
plus deep chain locker. Ideally atradeboats.com.au 35Beneteau Monte Carlo 6S