1979 Peterson 44
LOA
13.41m (44.0ft)
Beam
3.86m (12.7ft)
Displacement
9,979kg (22,000lbs)
Year
1979–1986
Manufacturer
Peterson
Full Specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Overall (LOA) | 13.41 m | 44.0 ft |
| Length Waterline (LWL) | 10.67 m | 35.0 ft |
| Beam | 3.86 m | 12.7 ft |
| Draft | 2.13 m | 7.0 ft |
| Mast Height | 18.00 m | 59.1 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 9,979 kg | 22,000 lbs |
| Ballast | 4,082 kg | 8,999 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 79.0 m² | 850 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Sloop | |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | |
| Keel Type | Fin | |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 40 HP | |
| Fuel Capacity | 151 L | 39.9 gal |
| Water Capacity | 265 L | 70.0 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | |
| Cabins | 3 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | Doug Peterson | |
| Country of Origin | USA | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
17.31
Good — responsive and versatile
Ballast Ratio
40.9%
Heavy ballast — very stiff and stable
Capsize Screening Ratio
0.72 Offshore Capable
Excellent — suitable for offshore passages
Lower is better. Values below 2.0 are considered suitable for offshore sailing.
Comfort Ratio
19.2
Spartan — racing-oriented, uncomfortable in a seaway
About the 1979 Peterson 44
The Peterson 44 is a classic IOR racer-cruiser designed by the legendary Doug Peterson. Fast and powerful, she excels in offshore racing while offering comfortable cruising accommodations.