Built during a brief two-year production run from 1969 to 1970, this William Shaw-designed 30-footer represents Pearson Yachts' approach to traditional cruising sailboats during the late 1960s. The masthead sloop configuration and classic long keel design reflect the era's emphasis on seaworthiness and directional stability over pure performance. With a substantial displacement of 10,000 pounds and 3,800 pounds of ballast, the Pearson 300 exhibits the heavy-displacement characteristics typical of its generation. The long keel provides excellent tracking ability and contributes to the boat's impressive comfort ratio of 31.42, suggesting a stable, comfortable motion in seaway conditions that reduces crew fatigue during extended passages. The generous beam of 9.25 feet creates spacious accommodations below decks, while the moderate draft of 3.5 feet allows access to a reasonable range of harbors and anchorages. Shaw's design emphasizes seaworthiness over speed, making this boat well-suited for coastal cruising and offshore passages where comfort and reliability take precedence over racing performance. The brief production period means finding a Pearson 300 requires patience, but owners typically appreciate the solid fiberglass construction and traditional sailing characteristics that defined Pearson's reputation during this period.
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What is the Pearson 300's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Pearson 300 has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 11.83. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Pearson 300's comfort ratio?
The Pearson 300 has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 31.42. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Pearson 300 safe for offshore sailing?
The Pearson 300 has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 1.72. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Pearson 300?
The theoretical hull speed of the Pearson 300 is 6.47 kn knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Pearson 300 weigh?
The Pearson 300 has a displacement of 10,000.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 30.25 ft.
How much does a used Pearson 300 cost?
Based on 2 recent market listings, used Pearson 300 sailboats typically sell for between $18,000 and $18,000, with a median asking price of $18,000. Price varies significantly based on year, condition, location, and included equipment.
Who designed the Pearson 300?
The Pearson 300 was designed by William Shaw, first built in 1969.