Question 1

What are the specs of the PEARSON 28 (1975-80)?

Accepted Answer

The PEARSON 28 (1975-80) has the following specifications: 28ft LOA, 9.25ft beam, 5ft draft, 7,850lb displacement, 3,530.1lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

Who built the PEARSON 28 (1975-80) and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Pearson Yachts (USA), designed by William Shaw, first built in 1975, with production ending in 1980.

Question 3

Is the PEARSON 28 (1975-80) good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The PEARSON 28 (1975-80) is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 24.86, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 1.86, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 4

How fast is the PEARSON 28 (1975-80)?

Accepted Answer

The PEARSON 28 (1975-80) has a sail area to displacement ratio of 16.05, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 253.51, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a PEARSON 28 (1975-80)?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a PEARSON 28 (1975-80) is estimated at $1.3K – $3.4K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 6

How much does it cost to own a PEARSON 28 (1975-80) per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the PEARSON 28 (1975-80) (28ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.3K – $3.4K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 28ft boat: Florida: $5,000-$13,400/year. California: $4,700-$11,800/year. Massachusetts: $3,500-$7,800/year + $1,100 winter storage. New York: $3,500-$9,800/year + $1,100 winter storage. Maryland: $3,400-$6,000/year. Texas: $2,000-$6,000/year. Washington: $4,000-$8,700/year. Michigan: $2,000-$4,300/year + $1,100 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,000-$6,000/year. South Carolina: $4,400-$8,400/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $4K to $22K depending on location and maintenance approach. Source: SailPages.com, based on published marina rate cards and industry data.

Question 7

How much does it cost to dock a PEARSON 28 (1975-80)?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the PEARSON 28 (1975-80) (28ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $5,000-$13,400/year. California: $4,700-$11,800/year. Massachusetts: $3,500-$7,800/year + $1,100 winter storage. New York: $3,500-$9,800/year + $1,100 winter storage. Maryland: $3,400-$6,000/year. Texas: $2,000-$6,000/year. Washington: $4,000-$8,700/year. Michigan: $2,000-$4,300/year + $1,100 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,000-$6,000/year. South Carolina: $4,400-$8,400/year. Rates are per foot per month multiplied by boat length. Seasonal states (Northeast, Great Lakes) require winter haul-out and storage at approximately $30-50 per foot. Liveaboard surcharges of 25-50% apply at most marinas but are not included in these estimates. Mooring balls are typically 40-55% less than slip costs. Source: SailPages.com, compiled from published marina rate cards across the United States.

Question 8

What are the common problems with the PEARSON 28 (1975-80)?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 6 issues reported for the PEARSON 28 (1975-80) by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in rigging, rudder, structural, plumbing, each rated by severity (critical, major, minor). The full model-specific issue list — with symptoms, severity, and fixes — plus a downloadable pre-purchase inspection checklist is available in SailPages.com's report for the PEARSON 28 (1975-80).

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a PEARSON 28 (1975-80)?

Accepted Answer

When buying a PEARSON 28 (1975-80), SailPages.com has compiled 6 model-specific issues reported by owners across rigging, rudder, structural, plumbing. Always hire a SAMS or NAMS accredited marine surveyor — SailPages.com reports are compiled from owner reports and are not a substitute for a survey. The downloadable report for the PEARSON 28 (1975-80) includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 10

What are the sail dimensions of the PEARSON 28 (1975-80)?

Accepted Answer

The PEARSON 28 (1975-80) has the following rig dimensions: I=36.5ft (foretriangle height), J=11.82ft (foretriangle base), P=32ft (mainsail luff), E=11ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 405.8 sq ft. Jib area: 215.7 sq ft.

Question 11

How does the PEARSON 28 (1975-80) compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The PEARSON 28 (1975-80) is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 28ft LOA, comfort ratio 24.86, capsize ratio 1.86, SA/disp 16.05. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	28 ft
LWL	24 ft
Beam	9.25 ft
Draft	5 ft
Displacement	7,850 lb
Ballast	3,530.1 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.6 kn

Iforetriangle height	36.5 ft
Jforetriangle base	11.82 ft
Pmainsail luff	32 ft
Emainsail foot	11 ft
FLforestay	11.8 ft
Mainsail	405.8 sq ft
Jib (100%)	215.7 sq ft
Spinnaker	366.7 sq ft

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