1979 Pearson 37
LOA
11.28m (37.0ft)
Beam
3.43m (11.3ft)
Displacement
7,258kg (16,001lbs)
Year
1979–1985
Manufacturer
Pearson
Full Specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Overall (LOA) | 11.28 m | 37.0 ft |
| Length Waterline (LWL) | 8.69 m | 28.5 ft |
| Beam | 3.43 m | 11.3 ft |
| Draft | 1.83 m | 6.0 ft |
| Mast Height | 14.50 m | 47.6 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 7,258 kg | 16,001 lbs |
| Ballast | 3,084 kg | 6,799 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 56.0 m² | 603 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Sloop | |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | |
| Keel Type | Fin | |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 28 HP | |
| Fuel Capacity | 95 L | 25.1 gal |
| Water Capacity | 190 L | 50.2 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | |
| Cabins | 2 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | William Shaw | |
| Country of Origin | USA | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
15.18
Moderate — adequate for cruising
Ballast Ratio
42.5%
Heavy ballast — very stiff and stable
Capsize Screening Ratio
0.71 Offshore Capable
Excellent — suitable for offshore passages
Lower is better. Values below 2.0 are considered suitable for offshore sailing.
Comfort Ratio
24.1
Moderate — acceptable for coastal cruising
About the 1979 Pearson 37
The Pearson 37 is a capable offshore cruiser built with Pearson's legendary solid fiberglass layup. Her heavy ballast ratio and moderate sail plan deliver confident ocean-going performance.