Question 1

What are the specs of the PEARSON 300?

Accepted Answer

The PEARSON 300 has the following specifications: 30.25ft LOA, 9.25ft beam, 3.5ft draft, 10,000lb displacement, 3,800lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Full/Long.

Question 2

Who built the PEARSON 300 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Pearson Yachts (USA), designed by William Shaw, first built in 1969, with production ending in 1970.

Question 3

Is the PEARSON 300 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The PEARSON 300 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 31.42, which means it is very comfortable in a seaway, suitable for extended offshore passages. The capsize screening ratio is 1.72, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 4

How fast is the PEARSON 300?

Accepted Answer

The PEARSON 300 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 11.83, which indicates a more conservative sail plan focused on comfort over speed. The displacement to length ratio is 351.57, making it a heavy displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a PEARSON 300?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a PEARSON 300 is estimated at $1.5K – $4.1K. 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 300 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the PEARSON 300 (30.25ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.5K – $4.1K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 30.25ft boat: Florida: $5,400-$14,500/year. California: $5,100-$12,700/year. Massachusetts: $3,800-$8,500/year + $1,200 winter storage. New York: $3,800-$10,600/year + $1,200 winter storage. Maryland: $3,600-$6,500/year. Texas: $2,200-$6,500/year. Washington: $4,400-$9,400/year. Michigan: $2,100-$4,700/year + $1,200 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,300-$6,500/year. South Carolina: $4,700-$9,100/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $4K to $24K 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 300?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the PEARSON 300 (30.25ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $5,400-$14,500/year. California: $5,100-$12,700/year. Massachusetts: $3,800-$8,500/year + $1,200 winter storage. New York: $3,800-$10,600/year + $1,200 winter storage. Maryland: $3,600-$6,500/year. Texas: $2,200-$6,500/year. Washington: $4,400-$9,400/year. Michigan: $2,100-$4,700/year + $1,200 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,300-$6,500/year. South Carolina: $4,700-$9,100/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 300?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 3 issues reported for the PEARSON 300 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in electrical, 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 300.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a PEARSON 300?

Accepted Answer

When buying a PEARSON 300, SailPages.com has compiled 3 model-specific issues reported by owners across electrical, 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 300 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 300?

Accepted Answer

The PEARSON 300 has the following rig dimensions: I=31ft (foretriangle height), J=11.2ft (foretriangle base), P=25.7ft (mainsail luff), E=13.1ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 355.4 sq ft. Jib area: 173.6 sq ft.

Question 11

How does the PEARSON 300 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The PEARSON 300 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 30.25ft LOA, comfort ratio 31.42, capsize ratio 1.72, SA/disp 11.83. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	30.25 ft
LWL	23.33 ft
Beam	9.25 ft
Draft	3.5 ft
Displacement	10,000 lb
Ballast	3,800 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.5 kn

Iforetriangle height	31 ft
Jforetriangle base	11.2 ft
Pmainsail luff	25.7 ft
Emainsail foot	13.1 ft
FLforestay	11.2 ft
Mainsail	355.4 sq ft
Jib (100%)	173.6 sq ft
Spinnaker	295.1 sq ft

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