1983 Pearson 31
LOA
9.45m (31.0ft)
Beam
3.10m (10.2ft)
Displacement
4,309kg (9,500lbs)
Year
1983–1990
Manufacturer
Pearson
Full Specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Overall (LOA) | 9.45 m | 31.0 ft |
| Length Waterline (LWL) | 7.77 m | 25.5 ft |
| Beam | 3.10 m | 10.2 ft |
| Draft | 1.52 m | 5.0 ft |
| Mast Height | 12.50 m | 41.0 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,309 kg | 9,500 lbs |
| Ballast | 1,814 kg | 3,999 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 40.0 m² | 431 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Sloop | |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | |
| Keel Type | Fin | |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | |
| Fuel Capacity | 68 L | 18.0 gal |
| Water Capacity | 114 L | 30.1 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | |
| Cabins | 2 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | William Shaw | |
| Country of Origin | USA | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
15.35
Moderate — adequate for cruising
Ballast Ratio
42.1%
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
21.4
Moderate — acceptable for coastal cruising
About the 1983 Pearson 31
The Pearson 31 is an excellent all-rounder that balances racing performance with cruising comfort. Her hull construction is among the finest of any production boat of the era.