1981 Pearson 36
LOA
10.67m (35.0ft)
Beam
3.51m (11.5ft)
Displacement
6,124kg (13,501lbs)
Year
1981–1985
Manufacturer
Pearson
Full Specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Overall (LOA) | 10.67 m | 35.0 ft |
| Length Waterline (LWL) | 8.84 m | 29.0 ft |
| Beam | 3.51 m | 11.5 ft |
| Draft | 1.52 m | 5.0 ft |
| Mast Height | 14.50 m | 47.6 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 6,124 kg | 13,501 lbs |
| Ballast | 2,495 kg | 5,501 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 51.6 m² | 555 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Sloop | |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | |
| Keel Type | Fin | |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 22 HP | |
| Fuel Capacity | 76 L | 20.1 gal |
| Water Capacity | 114 L | 30.1 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | |
| Cabins | 2 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | William Shaw | |
| Country of Origin | USA | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
15.66
Moderate — adequate for cruising
Ballast Ratio
40.7%
Heavy ballast — very stiff and stable
Capsize Screening Ratio
0.77 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 1981 Pearson 36
A well-proportioned cruiser from Pearson with a spacious interior and solid construction. The Pearson 36 is a comfortable passage maker with excellent resale value.