Question 1

What are the specs of the PEARSON 40?

Accepted Answer

The PEARSON 40 has the following specifications: 39.92ft LOA, 12.5ft beam, 9.42ft draft, 22,800lb displacement, 12,200.3lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Variable, Full/Long.

Question 2

How much does a PEARSON 40 cost?

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The PEARSON 40 has an average asking price of $50,839, with prices ranging from $32,000 to $67,000 based on 8 listings.

Question 3

Who built the PEARSON 40 and when was it made?

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Built by Pearson Yachts (USA), designed by William Shaw, first built in 1979, with production ending in 1981, 71 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the PEARSON 40 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The PEARSON 40 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 36.02, 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 40?

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The PEARSON 40 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 16.04, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 333.53, making it a heavy displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a PEARSON 40?

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Annual maintenance for a PEARSON 40 is estimated at $2.7K – $7.3K. 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 40 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the PEARSON 40 (39.92ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $2.7K – $7.3K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $450-$800/year (based on $50,839 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 39.92ft boat: Florida: $7,200-$19,200/year. California: $6,700-$16,800/year. Massachusetts: $5,000-$11,200/year + $1,600 winter storage. New York: $5,000-$14,000/year + $1,600 winter storage. Maryland: $4,800-$8,600/year. Texas: $2,900-$8,600/year. Washington: $5,700-$12,500/year. Michigan: $2,800-$6,100/year + $1,600 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,300-$8,600/year. South Carolina: $6,200-$12,000/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $6K to $32K 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 40?

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Marina slip costs for the PEARSON 40 (39.92ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $7,200-$19,200/year. California: $6,700-$16,800/year. Massachusetts: $5,000-$11,200/year + $1,600 winter storage. New York: $5,000-$14,000/year + $1,600 winter storage. Maryland: $4,800-$8,600/year. Texas: $2,900-$8,600/year. Washington: $5,700-$12,500/year. Michigan: $2,800-$6,100/year + $1,600 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,300-$8,600/year. South Carolina: $6,200-$12,000/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 40?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 4 issues reported for the PEARSON 40 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in structural, hull, engine, 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 40.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a PEARSON 40?

Accepted Answer

When buying a PEARSON 40, SailPages.com has compiled 4 model-specific issues reported by owners across structural, hull, engine. 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 40 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 40?

Accepted Answer

The PEARSON 40 has the following rig dimensions: I=53ft (foretriangle height), J=17ft (foretriangle base), P=47ft (mainsail luff), E=15ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 831.2 sq ft. Jib area: 450.5 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the PEARSON 40 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The PEARSON 40 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 39.92ft LOA, comfort ratio 36.02, capsize ratio 1.77, SA/disp 16.04, average price $50,839. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	39.92 ft
LWL	31.25 ft
Beam	12.5 ft
Draft	9.42 ft/ 4.25 ft min
Displacement	22,800 lb
Ballast	12,200.3 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	7.5 kn

Iforetriangle height	53 ft
Jforetriangle base	17 ft
Pmainsail luff	47 ft
Emainsail foot	15 ft
FLforestay	17 ft
Mainsail	831.2 sq ft
Jib (100%)	450.5 sq ft
Spinnaker	765.9 sq ft

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