Beneteau First 345

Kama III is a Beneteau First 345, owned by David Cunningham and based in Pittwater, New South Wales, sailing from Royal Motor Yacht Club Broken Bay (RMYC). The yacht is an active club racer, regularly competing in races conducted by both RMYC and Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club (RPAYC).

The First 345 design was originally introduced in the early 1980s, with naval architecture by Jean Berret, and quickly became known for its balanced performance as a capable cruiser-racer. Kama III was launched in 1986, placing it among the well-proven examples of the class that continue to race successfully decades later.

With its moderate displacement hull, efficient keel and straightforward sail plan, the First 345 remains well suited to the varied conditions of Pittwater and the offshore coastal racing environment of New South Wales, where reliability and consistency are just as important as outright speed.