1984 Pearson 34
LOA
10.36m (34.0ft)
Beam
3.35m (11.0ft)
Displacement
5,443kg (12,000lbs)
Year
1984–1990
Manufacturer
Pearson
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 | 3.35 m | 11.0 ft |
| Draft | 1.60 m | 5.2 ft |
| Mast Height | 13.50 m | 44.3 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,443 kg | 12,000 lbs |
| Ballast | 2,268 kg | 5,000 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 46.0 m² | 495 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Sloop | |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | |
| Keel Type | Fin | |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 20 HP | |
| Fuel Capacity | 76 L | 20.1 gal |
| Water Capacity | 152 L | 40.2 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | |
| Cabins | 2 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | William Shaw | |
| Country of Origin | USA | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
15.11
Moderate — adequate for cruising
Ballast Ratio
41.7%
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
20.3
Moderate — acceptable for coastal cruising
About the 1984 Pearson 34
The Pearson 34 is a robust and handsome cruiser with a spacious interior and excellent build quality. Her moderate displacement and efficient rig produce a comfortable and economical cruising platform.