1968 Pearson 22
LOA
6.71m (22.0ft)
Beam
2.13m (7.0ft)
Displacement
1,134kg (2,500lbs)
Year
1968–1973
Manufacturer
Pearson
Full Specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Overall (LOA) | 6.71 m | 22.0 ft |
| Length Waterline (LWL) | 5.18 m | 17.0 ft |
| Beam | 2.13 m | 7.0 ft |
| Draft | 0.99 m | 3.2 ft |
| Mast Height | 8.80 m | 28.9 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 1,134 kg | 2,500 lbs |
| Ballast | 454 kg | 1,001 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 18.6 m² | 200 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Sloop | |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | |
| Keel Type | Full | |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 6 HP | |
| Fuel Capacity | 19 L | 5.0 gal |
| Water Capacity | 23 L | 6.1 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 4 | |
| Cabins | 1 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | William Shaw | |
| Country of Origin | USA | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
17.39
Good — responsive and versatile
Ballast Ratio
40.0%
Heavy ballast — very stiff and stable
Capsize Screening Ratio
0.82 Offshore Capable
Excellent — suitable for offshore passages
Lower is better. Values below 2.0 are considered suitable for offshore sailing.
Comfort Ratio
20.0
Moderate — acceptable for coastal cruising
About the 1968 Pearson 22
A well-crafted daysailer and pocket cruiser from Pearson, built with the quality the brand is known for. The Pearson 22 is forgiving and seakindly, ideal for learning and coastal exploring.