Question 1

What are the specs of the PEARSON 36 CUTTER?

Accepted Answer

The PEARSON 36 CUTTER has the following specifications: 36.42ft LOA, 11.5ft beam, 5.5ft draft, 17,700lb displacement, 7,299.5lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Cutter. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a PEARSON 36 CUTTER cost?

Accepted Answer

The PEARSON 36 CUTTER has an average asking price of $26,571, with prices ranging from $9,500 to $57,000 based on 7 listings.

Question 3

Who built the PEARSON 36 CUTTER and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Pearson Yachts (USA), designed by William Shaw, first built in 1981, with production ending in 1982.

Question 4

Is the PEARSON 36 CUTTER good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The PEARSON 36 CUTTER is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 33.13, which means it is very comfortable in a seaway, suitable for extended offshore passages. The capsize screening ratio is 1.77, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the PEARSON 36 CUTTER?

Accepted Answer

The PEARSON 36 CUTTER has a sail area to displacement ratio of 14.16, which indicates a more conservative sail plan focused on comfort over speed. The displacement to length ratio is 292.66, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a PEARSON 36 CUTTER?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a PEARSON 36 CUTTER is estimated at $2.2K – $5.9K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 7

How much does it cost to own a PEARSON 36 CUTTER per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the PEARSON 36 CUTTER (36.42ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $2.2K – $5.9K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $250-$450/year (based on $26,571 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 36.42ft boat: Florida: $6,600-$17,500/year. California: $6,100-$15,300/year. Massachusetts: $4,600-$10,200/year + $1,500 winter storage. New York: $4,600-$12,700/year + $1,500 winter storage. Maryland: $4,400-$7,900/year. Texas: $2,600-$7,900/year. Washington: $5,200-$11,400/year. Michigan: $2,500-$5,600/year + $1,500 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,900-$7,900/year. South Carolina: $5,700-$10,900/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $5K to $28K depending on location and maintenance approach. Source: SailPages.com, based on published marina rate cards and industry data.

Question 8

How much does it cost to dock a PEARSON 36 CUTTER?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the PEARSON 36 CUTTER (36.42ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $6,600-$17,500/year. California: $6,100-$15,300/year. Massachusetts: $4,600-$10,200/year + $1,500 winter storage. New York: $4,600-$12,700/year + $1,500 winter storage. Maryland: $4,400-$7,900/year. Texas: $2,600-$7,900/year. Washington: $5,200-$11,400/year. Michigan: $2,500-$5,600/year + $1,500 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,900-$7,900/year. South Carolina: $5,700-$10,900/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 9

What are the common problems with the PEARSON 36 CUTTER?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the PEARSON 36 CUTTER by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in rigging, 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 36 CUTTER.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a PEARSON 36 CUTTER?

Accepted Answer

When buying a PEARSON 36 CUTTER, SailPages.com has compiled 1 model-specific issues reported by owners across rigging. 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 36 CUTTER includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 11

What are the sail dimensions of the PEARSON 36 CUTTER?

Accepted Answer

The PEARSON 36 CUTTER has the following rig dimensions: I=43ft (foretriangle height), J=16.4ft (foretriangle base), P=38ft (mainsail luff), E=13ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 619.4 sq ft. Jib area: 352.6 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the PEARSON 36 CUTTER compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The PEARSON 36 CUTTER is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 36.42ft LOA, comfort ratio 33.13, capsize ratio 1.77, SA/disp 14.16, average price $26,571. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	36.42 ft
LWL	30 ft
Beam	11.5 ft
Draft	5.5 ft
Displacement	17,700 lb
Ballast	7,299.5 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	7.3 kn

Iforetriangle height	43 ft
Jforetriangle base	16.4 ft
Pmainsail luff	38 ft
Emainsail foot	13 ft
FLforestay	16.4 ft
Mainsail	619.4 sq ft
Jib (100%)	352.6 sq ft
Spinnaker	599.4 sq ft

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