1981 Pearson 303
LOA
9.14m (30.0ft)
Beam
3.05m (10.0ft)
Displacement
3,856kg (8,501lbs)
Year
1981–1986
Manufacturer
Pearson
Full Specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Overall (LOA) | 9.14 m | 30.0 ft |
| Length Waterline (LWL) | 7.62 m | 25.0 ft |
| Beam | 3.05 m | 10.0 ft |
| Draft | 1.52 m | 5.0 ft |
| Mast Height | 12.50 m | 41.0 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 3,856 kg | 8,501 lbs |
| Ballast | 1,588 kg | 3,501 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 39.8 m² | 428 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Sloop | |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | |
| Keel Type | Fin | |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 15 HP | |
| Fuel Capacity | 57 L | 15.1 gal |
| Water Capacity | 76 L | 20.1 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 5 | |
| Cabins | 1 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | William Shaw | |
| Country of Origin | USA | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
16.45
Moderate — adequate for cruising
Ballast Ratio
41.2%
Heavy ballast — very stiff and stable
Capsize Screening Ratio
0.78 Offshore Capable
Excellent — suitable for offshore passages
Lower is better. Values below 2.0 are considered suitable for offshore sailing.
Comfort Ratio
20.6
Moderate — acceptable for coastal cruising
About the 1981 Pearson 303
A versatile racer-cruiser from Pearson combining solid New England build quality with good performance. The 303 is a popular choice for singlehanded racing and coastal cruising.