Question 1

What are the specs of the PEARSON 422?

Accepted Answer

The PEARSON 422 has the following specifications: 42.16ft LOA, 13ft beam, 5.25ft draft, 22,000lb displacement, 7,634lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Cutter. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a PEARSON 422 cost?

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The PEARSON 422 has an average asking price of $83,500, with prices ranging from $72,000 to $95,000 based on 2 listings.

Question 3

Who built the PEARSON 422 and when was it made?

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Built by Pearson Yachts (USA), designed by William Shaw, first built in 1982, with production ending in 1987, 39 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the PEARSON 422 good for offshore sailing?

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The PEARSON 422 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 30.84, which means it is very comfortable in a seaway, suitable for extended offshore passages. The capsize screening ratio is 1.86, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the PEARSON 422?

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The PEARSON 422 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 13.54, which indicates a more conservative sail plan focused on comfort over speed. The displacement to length ratio is 257.3, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a PEARSON 422?

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Annual maintenance for a PEARSON 422 is estimated at $2.9K – $7.8K. 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 422 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the PEARSON 422 (42.16ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $2.9K – $7.8K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $750-$1350/year (based on $83,500 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 42.16ft boat: Florida: $7,600-$20,200/year. California: $7,100-$17,700/year. Massachusetts: $5,300-$11,800/year + $1,700 winter storage. New York: $5,300-$14,800/year + $1,700 winter storage. Maryland: $5,100-$9,100/year. Texas: $3,000-$9,100/year. Washington: $6,100-$13,200/year. Michigan: $3,000-$6,500/year + $1,700 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,600-$9,100/year. South Carolina: $6,600-$12,600/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $7K to $34K 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 422?

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Marina slip costs for the PEARSON 422 (42.16ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $7,600-$20,200/year. California: $7,100-$17,700/year. Massachusetts: $5,300-$11,800/year + $1,700 winter storage. New York: $5,300-$14,800/year + $1,700 winter storage. Maryland: $5,100-$9,100/year. Texas: $3,000-$9,100/year. Washington: $6,100-$13,200/year. Michigan: $3,000-$6,500/year + $1,700 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,600-$9,100/year. South Carolina: $6,600-$12,600/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 422?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 3 issues reported for the PEARSON 422 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in engine, deck, 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 422.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a PEARSON 422?

Accepted Answer

When buying a PEARSON 422, SailPages.com has compiled 3 model-specific issues reported by owners across engine, deck. 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 422 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 422?

Accepted Answer

The PEARSON 422 has the following rig dimensions: I=47.25ft (foretriangle height), J=15.75ft (foretriangle base), P=40ft (mainsail luff), E=14.5ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 685.3 sq ft. Jib area: 372.1 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the PEARSON 422 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The PEARSON 422 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 42.16ft LOA, comfort ratio 30.84, capsize ratio 1.86, SA/disp 13.54, average price $83,500. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	42.16 ft
LWL	33.67 ft
Beam	13 ft
Draft	5.25 ft
Displacement	22,000 lb
Ballast	7,634 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	7.8 kn

Iforetriangle height	47.25 ft
Jforetriangle base	15.75 ft
Pmainsail luff	40 ft
Emainsail foot	14.5 ft
PYmizzen luff	23 ft
EYmizzen foot	8.75 ft
FLforestay	15.8 ft
Mainsail	685.3 sq ft
Jib (100%)	372.1 sq ft
Spinnaker	632.6 sq ft

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