1980 Peterson 34
LOA
10.36m (34.0ft)
Beam
3.28m (10.8ft)
Displacement
5,216kg (11,499lbs)
Year
1980–1986
Manufacturer
Peterson
Full Specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Overall (LOA) | 10.36 m | 34.0 ft |
| Length Waterline (LWL) | 8.53 m | 28.0 ft |
| Beam | 3.28 m | 10.8 ft |
| Draft | 1.83 m | 6.0 ft |
| Mast Height | 14.50 m | 47.6 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,216 kg | 11,499 lbs |
| Ballast | 2,268 kg | 5,000 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 51.1 m² | 550 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Sloop | |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | |
| Keel Type | Fin | |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | |
| Fuel Capacity | 76 L | 20.1 gal |
| Water Capacity | 114 L | 30.1 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | |
| Cabins | 2 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | Doug Peterson | |
| Country of Origin | USA | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
17.26
Good — responsive and versatile
Ballast Ratio
43.5%
Heavy ballast — very stiff and stable
Capsize Screening Ratio
0.76 Offshore Capable
Excellent — suitable for offshore passages
Lower is better. Values below 2.0 are considered suitable for offshore sailing.
Comfort Ratio
20.0
Spartan — racing-oriented, uncomfortable in a seaway
About the 1980 Peterson 34
The Peterson 34 is an IOR racer-cruiser from one of sailing's greatest designers. Doug Peterson's hull shape is fast and easily driven, making her competitive under any rating rule.