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Pearson 367
Designer: William Shaw  ·  Builder: Pearson Yachts (Usa)  ·  First built: 1981
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About the Pearson 367

Built during Pearson Yachts' final years before closure, the 367 represents a brief but noteworthy chapter in American sailboat manufacturing. Designed by William Shaw and produced only in 1981-1982, this 36-footer showcases the refined engineering that characterized Pearson's later offerings. The cutter rig configuration provides excellent sail handling versatility, particularly valuable for coastal cruising and light offshore work. With a moderate displacement of 17,700 pounds and substantial ballast ratio, the 367 offers a reassuring blend of stability and performance. The fin keel with rudder mounted on a protective skeg strikes a practical balance between maneuverability and vulnerability concerns when cruising varied waters. Shaw's design emphasizes seaworthiness over pure speed, evident in the boat's respectable comfort ratio of 33.13 and conservative capsize screening value of 1.77. The 11.50-foot beam provides generous interior volume while maintaining reasonable docking flexibility. At 600 square feet of sail area, the 367 delivers adequate performance without being overpowered. Given its limited production run and Pearson's subsequent closure, finding a well-maintained example requires patience, but owners typically praise the solid fiberglass construction and thoughtful layout that made Pearson's reputation during their four-decade manufacturing history.

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Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 36.42 ft / 11.10 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 30.00 ft / 9.14 m
Beam 11.50 ft / 3.51 m
Max Draft 5.50 ft / 1.68 m
Displacement 17,700.00 lb / 8,029 kg
Ballast 7,300.00 lb / 3,311 kg
Ballast Type Lead
Sail Area (Reported) 600.00 ft² / 55.74 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin with rudder on skeg
Rigging Type Cutter
Construction FG
Designer William Shaw
Builder Pearson Yachts (USA)
First Built 1981
Last Built 1982
Associations Pearson Yacht Owners Portal
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Performance Ratios
SA/Displacement Sail Area to Displacement ratio measures how much sail power a boat has relative to its weight. Higher values mean more performance and speed.
Under 14 — Heavy cruiser, slow14–18 — Cruising sailboat18–22 — Cruiser/racerOver 22 — Performance racer
14.19
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
41.24
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
292.66
Comfort Ratio Ted Brewer's Comfort Ratio predicts how comfortable a boat will feel in offshore conditions. Higher values mean a steadier, more comfortable motion in a seaway.
Under 20 — Uncomfortably rough20–30 — Acceptable coastal30–40 — Good offshore comfortOver 40 — Very comfortable offshore
33.13
Capsize Screening Formula The USHS Capsize Screening Formula estimates offshore capsize risk. Lower is safer — values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing.
Under 2.0 — Safe for offshore2.0–2.2 — Borderline offshoreOver 2.2 — Coastal use recommended
1.77
Hull Speed Hull Speed is the theoretical maximum speed of a displacement hull, calculated from waterline length. Most cruising sailboats reach this speed in moderate conditions. 7.34 kn
S# (Speed Number) The Speed Number (S#) is a quick performance index. Higher values indicate a faster, more powerful design relative to its size.
Under 3.0 — Slow cruiser3.0–5.0 — Average cruiser5.0–7.0 — Performance cruiserOver 7.0 — Racer
1.57
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. 1,232.72 pounds/inch
SA/Displacement (Calc) Calculated Sail Area to Displacement ratio using actual measured sail dimensions rather than reported values. More precise than the reported SA/Disp figure. 14.18
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 43.00 ft / 13.11 m
J (Foretriangle Base) 16.40 ft / 5.00 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 38.00 ft / 11.58 m
E (Mainsail Foot) 13.00 ft / 3.96 m
SA Fore 352.60 ft² / 32.76 m²
SA Main 247.00 ft² / 22.95 m²
SA Total (100%) 599.60 ft² / 55.70 m²
Est. Forestay Length 46.02 ft / 14.03 m
Mast Height (DWL) 47.33 ft / 14.43 m
Engine & Accommodations
Engine Make Universal
Engine Model 5444
Engine Type Diesel
Horsepower 44
Fuel Capacity 50 gals / 189 L
Water Capacity 150 gals / 568 L
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