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The Pearson 34 is a 33.78ft masthead sloop designed by William Shaw and built in fiberglass by Pearson Yachts between 1983 and 1986.

The Pearson 34 is a moderate weight sailboat which is a reasonably good performer. It is stable / stiff and has a low righting capability if capsized. It is best suited as a coastal cruiser. The fuel capacity is originally small. There is a short water supply range.

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Model Pearson 34
Length 33.78 ft
Beam 11.16 ft
Draft 5.92 ft
Country United states (North America)
Estimated price $ 0 ??

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Sail area / displ. 17.60
Ballast / displ. 37.81 %
Displ. / length 223.28
Comfort ratio 23.39
Capsize 2
Hull type Monohull fin keel with spade rudder
Construction Fiberglass
Waterline length 28.22 ft
Maximum draft 5.92 ft
Displacement 11240 lbs
Ballast 4250 lbs
Hull speed 7.12 knots

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Rigging Masthead Sloop
Sail area (100%) 550 sq.ft
Air draft 48.75 ft
Sail area fore 309.75 sq.ft
Sail area main 239.56 sq.ft
I 44.25 ft
J 14 ft
P 38.33 ft
E 12.50 ft
Nb engines 1
Total power 0 HP
Fuel capacity 22 gals

Accommodations

Water capacity 50 gals
Headroom 0 ft
Nb of cabins 0
Nb of berths 0
Nb heads 0

Builder data

Builder Pearson Yachts
Designer William Shaw
First built 1983
Last built 1986
Number built 0 ??

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Pearson 34 is a 33 ′ 9 ″ / 10.3 m monohull sailboat designed by William Shaw and built by Pearson Yachts between 1983 and 1986.

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Rig and Sails

Auxilary power, accomodations, calculations.

The theoretical maximum speed that a displacement hull can move efficiently through the water is determined by it's waterline length and displacement. It may be unable to reach this speed if the boat is underpowered or heavily loaded, though it may exceed this speed given enough power. Read more.

Classic hull speed formula:

Hull Speed = 1.34 x √LWL

Max Speed/Length ratio = 8.26 ÷ Displacement/Length ratio .311 Hull Speed = Max Speed/Length ratio x √LWL

Sail Area / Displacement Ratio

A measure of the power of the sails relative to the weight of the boat. The higher the number, the higher the performance, but the harder the boat will be to handle. This ratio is a "non-dimensional" value that facilitates comparisons between boats of different types and sizes. Read more.

SA/D = SA ÷ (D ÷ 64) 2/3

  • SA : Sail area in square feet, derived by adding the mainsail area to 100% of the foretriangle area (the lateral area above the deck between the mast and the forestay).
  • D : Displacement in pounds.

Ballast / Displacement Ratio

A measure of the stability of a boat's hull that suggests how well a monohull will stand up to its sails. The ballast displacement ratio indicates how much of the weight of a boat is placed for maximum stability against capsizing and is an indicator of stiffness and resistance to capsize.

Ballast / Displacement * 100

Displacement / Length Ratio

A measure of the weight of the boat relative to it's length at the waterline. The higher a boat’s D/L ratio, the more easily it will carry a load and the more comfortable its motion will be. The lower a boat's ratio is, the less power it takes to drive the boat to its nominal hull speed or beyond. Read more.

D/L = (D ÷ 2240) ÷ (0.01 x LWL)³

  • D: Displacement of the boat in pounds.
  • LWL: Waterline length in feet

Comfort Ratio

This ratio assess how quickly and abruptly a boat’s hull reacts to waves in a significant seaway, these being the elements of a boat’s motion most likely to cause seasickness. Read more.

Comfort ratio = D ÷ (.65 x (.7 LWL + .3 LOA) x Beam 1.33 )

  • D: Displacement of the boat in pounds
  • LOA: Length overall in feet
  • Beam: Width of boat at the widest point in feet

Capsize Screening Formula

This formula attempts to indicate whether a given boat might be too wide and light to readily right itself after being overturned in extreme conditions. Read more.

CSV = Beam ÷ ³√(D / 64)

Keel/CB version also available. Draft BD: 7.6’/BU: 3.83’ Temporarily reintroduced (1995?) under the short lived Cal-Pearson Corporation.

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Here you will find extensive information on boats built by Pearson Yachts Corporation, which is no longer in business.

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Pearson history.

A brief photo essay on the history of the Pearson Yachts Corporation, and reference links to several good Pearson articles on the web. Several factory brochures display the robust periods of boat production.

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Pearson 34 Mk II

The Pearson 34 Mk II is a popular sailboat among sailors due to its comfortable accommodations, spaciousness, and durability. Measuring 34 feet in length, this boat was designed by Bill Shaw and produced by Pearson Yachts between 1989 and 1997. Its construction features a solid fiberglass hull with balsa cored decks and a lead keel, providing excellent stability and strength while sailing.

The interior of the Pearson 34 Mk II is well-appointed, offering ample space for a crew of up to six people. The main salon features a U-shaped dinette and settee that can convert into a double berth, while the forward cabin offers a V-berth with plenty of storage space. The galley is located on the starboard side and features a two-burner stove, a sink, and a refrigerator. The head compartment is situated aft and features a marine toilet, sink, and shower. Overall, the Pearson 34 Mk II is a versatile and reliable sailboat suitable for cruising, racing, or weekend getaways.

LOA: 34.50 ft LWL: 28.17 ft Beam: 11.50 ft Draft: 5.75 ft Displacement: 11500.00 lbs Ballast: 5800.00 lbs Hull type: Fin w/spade rudder Hull construction: FG Rigging type: Masthead Sloop

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  1. PEARSON 34 - sailboatdata

    HS = 1.34 x √LWL (in feet) Pounds per Inch Immersion: The weight required to sink the yacht one inch. Calculated by multiplying the LWL area by 5.333 for sea water or 5.2 for fresh water. FOR MULTIHULLS ONLY: BN – Bruce Number: The Bruce Number is a power-to-weight ratio for relative speed potential for comparing two or more boats. It takes ...

  2. PEARSON 34 – Sailboat data.net

    Blue Water Surf Value Rank (BWSVR) 3769. Capsize Comfort Value Rank (CCVR)

  3. The Pearson 34 : 1983–1986 - Pearson Yachts

    The Pearson 34 will give you the accommodations and the easy handling that heighten the joys of cruising, in a boat also designed to be competitive and spirited for club racing. To get the speed we wanted, we designed the 34's hull shape to the external principles of hydrodynamics - not to racing rule considerations.

  4. Pearson 34 - sailboat data sheet

    The Pearson 34 is a 33.78ft masthead sloop designed by William Shaw and built in fiberglass by Pearson Yachts between 1983 and 1986. The Pearson 34 is a moderate weight sailboat which is a reasonably good performer. It is stable / stiff and has a low righting capability if capsized. It is best suited as a coastal cruiser.

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    Founded by cousins, Clinton and Everett Pearson. It was the 28′ TRITON sailing auxiliary that put the company ‘on the map’. Before this they had been using the newfangled fiberglass construction materials to build dinghies and small power boats. At the request of Tom Potter, who worked for American Boat Building, the Pearsons set out to built a sailing auxiliary that would sell for under ...

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  10. Pearson 34 Mk II Sailboat values and recent boats for sale

    Overall, the Pearson 34 Mk II is a versatile and reliable sailboat suitable for cruising, racing, or weekend getaways. Specs LOA: 34.50 ft LWL: 28.17 ft Beam: 11.50 ft Draft: 5.75 ft Displacement: 11500.00 lbs Ballast: 5800.00 lbs Hull type: Fin w/spade rudder Hull construction: FG Rigging type: Masthead Sloop