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Coaster 30 Pearson
Designer: William Shaw  ·  Builder: Pearson Yachts (Usa)  ·  First built: 1966
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About the Coaster 30 Pearson

Built during Pearson Yachts' productive era, this 30-foot sailboat represents the company's commitment to creating accessible coastal cruising vessels for American sailors. The Coaster 30 was designed as a practical family cruiser, emphasizing comfort and ease of handling over racing performance. Pearson's reputation for solid fiberglass construction carries through in this model, which features the builder's characteristic attention to structural integrity and finish quality. The boat's moderate displacement and conventional keel configuration make it well-suited for weekend coastal cruising and short-handed sailing, appealing to sailors seeking a manageable yet capable vessel. While not designed for serious offshore passages, the Coaster 30 handles coastal waters with confidence and provides adequate accommodation for extended cruising adventures along protected coastlines. Its beam and interior layout prioritize livability, making it an attractive option for couples or small families looking to explore harbors and anchorages within reasonable distance of shore. The model reflects Pearson's understanding of the mainstream cruising market during its production years, delivering a boat that balances sailing capability with practical considerations like dock-ability and maintenance requirements.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 30.00 ft / 9.14 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 23.25 ft / 7.09 m
Beam 9.33 ft / 2.84 m
Max Draft 4.58 ft / 1.40 m
Displacement 9,500.00 lb / 4,309 kg
Ballast 3,500.00 lb / 1,588 kg
Ballast Type Lead
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin Keel
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer William Shaw
Builder Pearson Yachts (USA)
First Built 1966
Last Built 1970
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Performance Ratios
Ballast/Displacement Ballast to Displacement ratio shows what percentage of the boat's total weight is ballast. Higher values generally mean better initial stability and stiffer sail carrying.
30–35% — Typical cruiser35–45% — Stiff performance boatOver 45% — Racing oriented
36.84
Displacement/Length Displacement to Length ratio measures how heavy a boat is relative to its waterline length. Lower values mean a lighter, faster boat.
Under 100 — Ultralight racer100–200 — Light cruiser/racer200–300 — Moderate cruiser300–400 — Heavy cruiserOver 400 — Very heavy
337.45
Pounds/Inch Immersion Pounds per Inch Immersion (PPI) tells you how much weight is needed to sink the boat one inch. Useful for calculating how additional gear and stores affect waterline. 4.65 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 15.07
J (Foretriangle Base) 11.33 ft / 3.45 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 421.00 ft² / 39.11 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) Universal
Engine & Accommodations
Horsepower 30
Fuel Capacity 20 gals / 76 L
Water Capacity 24 gals / 91 L
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