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Pearson 10M

Pearson 10M is a 33 ′ 0 ″ / 10.1 m monohull sailboat designed by William Shaw and built by Pearson Yachts between 1973 and 1981.

• 2 / 2 Fall River, MA, US 1977 Pearson 10M $12,000 USD View

Rig and Sails

Auxilary power, accomodations, calculations.

The theoretical maximum speed that a displacement hull can move efficiently through the water is determined by it's waterline length and displacement. It may be unable to reach this speed if the boat is underpowered or heavily loaded, though it may exceed this speed given enough power. Read more.

Classic hull speed formula:

Hull Speed = 1.34 x √LWL

Max Speed/Length ratio = 8.26 ÷ Displacement/Length ratio .311 Hull Speed = Max Speed/Length ratio x √LWL

Sail Area / Displacement Ratio

A measure of the power of the sails relative to the weight of the boat. The higher the number, the higher the performance, but the harder the boat will be to handle. This ratio is a "non-dimensional" value that facilitates comparisons between boats of different types and sizes. Read more.

SA/D = SA ÷ (D ÷ 64) 2/3

• SA : Sail area in square feet, derived by adding the mainsail area to 100% of the foretriangle area (the lateral area above the deck between the mast and the forestay).
• D : Displacement in pounds.

Ballast / Displacement Ratio

A measure of the stability of a boat's hull that suggests how well a monohull will stand up to its sails. The ballast displacement ratio indicates how much of the weight of a boat is placed for maximum stability against capsizing and is an indicator of stiffness and resistance to capsize.

Ballast / Displacement * 100

Displacement / Length Ratio

A measure of the weight of the boat relative to it's length at the waterline. The higher a boat’s D/L ratio, the more easily it will carry a load and the more comfortable its motion will be. The lower a boat's ratio is, the less power it takes to drive the boat to its nominal hull speed or beyond. Read more.

D/L = (D ÷ 2240) ÷ (0.01 x LWL)³

• D: Displacement of the boat in pounds.
• LWL: Waterline length in feet

Comfort Ratio

This ratio assess how quickly and abruptly a boat’s hull reacts to waves in a significant seaway, these being the elements of a boat’s motion most likely to cause seasickness. Read more.

Comfort ratio = D ÷ (.65 x (.7 LWL + .3 LOA) x Beam 1.33 )

• D: Displacement of the boat in pounds
• LOA: Length overall in feet
• Beam: Width of boat at the widest point in feet

Capsize Screening Formula

This formula attempts to indicate whether a given boat might be too wide and light to readily right itself after being overturned in extreme conditions. Read more.

CSV = Beam ÷ ³√(D / 64)

The 10M came with several different engine installations. Most were powered by the Atomic Four gas engine. Diesels were optional with a Faryman 25hp in 75, a Westerbeake 20hp diesel in 76. the Faryman again in 77, and a Volvo 23hp (MD11) from 78-80. Available with a taller rig: I(IG): 46.00’ / 14.02m J: 14.20’ / 4.33m P: 40.50’ / 12.34m E: 11.00’ / 3.35m SA %100: 549.35 sq.ft. /51.03m2

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What makes Pearson 10M So Fast And Strong

Pearson 10M for Sale. 

Year: 1979 Price: -

Make: Pearson Model: 10M

LOA: 33.04 Beam: 11

LWL: 29.17 Draft: 5.92

Ballast: 5445 Lbs Displacement: 12441 Lbs

Rig and Sails:

This boat is a Sloop with a Mast-head Rig, and 524 sq. feet of sail area. She has 3 Sails, Including Main Sail, Genoa, Spinnaker.

She has a Fin-keel. The Hull is Original Gel-coat, and is in Recently Restored condition.

1 Yanmar 3GM30F Diesel Engine, 24 horse power with 500 Hours.

Nav-Station w/ Garmin GPS (2014), New Stereo System,VHF Radio (2014), Depth Sounder and Speed,Tack-tick MN30 Indicator and windex, Hood Genoa Furling System, Harken Main-sheet Traveller, Richie Compass, new cushion covers (2014), 6 Winches, Stainless-steel Swim-ladder, New Stainless-steel Shaft (2017), New 3-bladed Prop (2017), folding racing prop, Yanmar 3GM30F Diesel (2000), Spinnaker Pole and track w/ ring, Boat Hook, Fenders (3), Life-jackets (3), Flare Kit, Air Horn, First Aid Kit.

This is the Yacht that will take you away to seemingly unreachable destinations, that until now existed only between the covers of your favorite cruising magazine. That's because this Pearson 10M has the muscle to sail through harsh conditions, and the speed to make it in timely fashion. That means you'll spend less time tending to her, and more time enjoying the sites and sounds of places you could only dream of. Her tall rig and long waterline enhanced by a set of sails for racing and a set for cruising, a modern array of navigation equipment, and a powerful Yanmar 3GM30F Diesel engine, all come together to make this vessel a one of a kind cruising machine. On deck she is solid, with a large cockpit, and easy to control wheel helm. You will have an easier time piloting, because with all running rigging lead aft to the cockpit, there's no need to leave the comforts of her Bimini covered helm station. That means a sun-shade for protection, updated stereo sound system, pedestal mounted GPS and cup holders, all within reach of your comfy wheel-helm. This is your time to make the most of the sailing season. So don't miss your chance to buy this magnificent yacht, the Pearson 10M.

Contact Fred for arrangements and info: 3479273350

Or email for more details: [email protected]

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This listing Originated at Barronsmarine.com/boats-for-sale/ .

For questions on listings Call: (347) 927-3350  Email:  [email protected]

PEARSON 10M Detailed Review

If you are a boat enthusiast looking to get more information on specs, built, make, etc. of different boats, then here is a complete review of PEARSON 10M. Built by Pearson Yachts and designed by William Shaw, the boat was first built in 1973. It has a hull type of Fin with rudder on skeg and LOA is 10.07. Its sail area/displacement ratio 15.67. Its auxiliary power tank, manufactured by Universal, runs on Gas.

PEARSON 10M has retained its value as a result of superior building, a solid reputation, and a devoted owner base. Read on to find out more about PEARSON 10M and decide if it is a fit for your boating needs.

Boat Information

Boat specifications, sail boat calculation, rig and sail specs, auxillary power tank, accomodations, contributions, who designed the pearson 10m.

PEARSON 10M was designed by William Shaw.

Who builds PEARSON 10M?

PEARSON 10M is built by Pearson Yachts.

When was PEARSON 10M first built?

PEARSON 10M was first built in 1973.

How long is PEARSON 10M?

PEARSON 10M is 8.63 m in length.

What is mast height on PEARSON 10M?

PEARSON 10M has a mast height of 11.73 m.

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Pearson 10m

The pearson 10m is a 33.04ft masthead sloop designed by william shaw and built in fiberglass by pearson yachts between 1973 and 1981., 230 units have been built..

The Pearson 10m is a moderate weight sailboat which is slightly under powered. It is very stable / stiff and has a good righting capability if capsized. It is best suited as a coastal cruiser. The fuel capacity is originally small. There is a short water supply range.

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The Pearson 10M : 1973–1980

33 feet of company talent coming together in a boat that has been designed and executed to fill a specific role.

Pearson 10M

A new boat means as much to us as it does to you. To you it represents the culmination of a dream, escape, family fun afloat and, often, a trophy case full of awards that you've earned together.

To us a new boat is tangible evidence of our capabilities and integrity. It is our reputation; to be admired, evaluated and judged.

In this case, it's the new Pearson 10M. 33 feet of company talent coming together in a boat that has been designed and executed to fill a specific role, viz: to offer more boat for the money in 33 feet than anyone could imagine possible in today's inflationary economy at absolutely no sacrifice in Pearson quality standards.

Step aboard. Study the cockpit and deck layout. Uncluttered. Efficient. Safe. Observe the two sail lockers and lazarette. Now sit at the helm or if she's equipped with a wheel, stand behind it and check the visibility. The low profile cabin puts the world in full view without sacrificing below-decks headroom. Jump up and down if you like. That solid feeling under foot is Pearson quality fiberglass construction.

A quick tour around deck shows off a few other reasons why Pearson is the standard of excellence. Check the non-skid pattern, windows, handrails, hardware installations and locations. Look closely at the deck to hull fit and consider that no less than three fastening methods are used to insure a permanent, integral bond.

Now look below and see how to maximize a 29'2" waterline and an 11' beam. Here's all the space and efficiency you'll every need for entertaining, cruising offshore or proving the 10M's mettle on the race course. Standing at the foot of the ladder facing forward, the first reaction is "WOW! How did they do it?". To starboard is the galley, ice chest, range, sink , counter space and plenty of food stowage. Efficient is the word. Reach out and touch everything. To port (Any how many times do you see this in a 33' boat?) is a big quarterberth and navigation command center. Lift top chart table and plenty of access for all the electronics you'll every want. A few steps forward and you're in the center of the main salon. To port is a pull-out double berth and to starboard are upper and lower berths.

Now try the foldaway drop-leaf table. If it's down when you come aboard, one finger raises it to its foldaway position against the forward bulkhead adjacent to the mast. If it's tucked away, simply back off the lone wing-nut and gently lower it into position. Voila! Teak bookshelves where the table used to be. Ingenious. Look overhead. A big main cabin hatch (optional) for plenty of light and ventilation.

The toilet room is next; and who says "it's just a necessity." Check how it's made to facilitate cleaning; and the way the forward bulkhead curves to provide easy access forward at little sacrifice to interior space. Two hanging lockers are to starboard, and now you're in the spacious forward cabin. Two berths, stowage above, optional V filler to make a big double and anchor rode stowage forward.

The total impression is one of comfort, efficiency and maximum utililization of space. Fabrics, countertops and bulkheads are color coordinated to provide a rich, handsome, enlightened decor. Just add you personal touch to maker her YOUR boat.

We're obviously quite proud of our new member of the fleet and want you to be too. In the final analysis, that's what counts.

Pearson Yachts Inc. 1973

The boat design by Bill Shaw was built by the American company, Pearson Yachts, who are no longer in business, at their Rhode Island, United States plant.

In most ways the 10M fits nicely into the Pearson cruiser/racer approach reaching perhaps just a little closer to the racer end of the spectrum than other Pearson's of it's day. Production started in 1973 and ran until 1980 with about 236 boats produced. Peak production was in 1974 and 1975 and tapered off from there with only about a dozen boats being built in the last two years.

Pearson 10M – By The Numbers

Specifications*, technical data, specifications.

Hull: One-piece molded reinforced fiberglass laminate (hand lay-up) with integrally bonded bulkheads. Standard hull color white (with other colors optional). Cove stripe: standard colors. Boot top and bottom paint. .

Deck and Cockpit: One-piece reinforced fiberglass laminate (hand lay-up with balsa core for stiffness and insulation. Color and Non-skid surfaces molded in. Textured fiberglass full headliner laminated to deck cabin interior surface. Self-bailing cockpit. Cockpit sail lockers (P&S), with molded drain gutters. Lazarette hatch. Fiberglass sliding companionway hatch. Drop slides. Fiberglass coamings and winch islands with storage alcoves under. Teak handrails. Deck unit mechanically fastened to hull with overlay of fiberglass for complete watertight integrity. Choice of standard deck colors.

Machinery: 30H.P 4-cylinder gas engine. Direct drive, 35 amp. alternator. 7/8" Tobin bronze shaft, shaft strut, propeller, and bronze gland stuffing box. Water box muffler with steamhose exhaust line. Controls and instruments inside of cockpit well include shift, throttle, choke, starter button, ammeter, oil pressure, and water temperature. 20 gal. Monel fuel yank with cockpit sole deck plate fill and overboard vent. Shut –off valve, fuel filter, and flexible fuel line.

Tanks and plumbing: Two 20 gal. Fiberglass water tanks located in main cabin under (P&S) berths, with deck fills, vents, and supply lines with shut-off valves. Toilet intake line fitted with bronze seacock. Holding tank standard. Flush through hulls.

Electrical: Fused switch panel. Master power switch. Two 12V 90 AH batteries. International navigation lights. Chart table and interior cabin lights. Stranded copper wiring with impervious covering, color coded for circuit identification and located high above bilge area. Designed to minimize voltage drops

Hardware and deck Fittings: Chrome-platted brass or bronze, stainless steel, and special marine alloys, including custom designed stainless steel steamhead fitting, stainless steel backstay and shroud cabinplates. Bow chocks (P&S), bow cleat, stern cleats (P&S), and flagpole socket. Two large fixed ports (main cabin), and 4 small fixed ports. Dorade box with cowl vent over toilet room on portside cabintop. Transparent overhead hatch, forward cabin. Fordeck plate. Stainless steel genoa tracks through bolted on teak battern (P&S). Genoa blocks with track slides. 2 No. 43 Lewmar sheet winches (chrome) with cleats. Recessed main sheet traveler on bridge deck. Stainless steel stanchions with vinyl-covered stainless steel lifelines. Laminated tiller.

Spars: Tapered mast of protective coated 6060-T6 alloy with internal track section, stepped through the deck. Aluminum spreaders. Custom masthead fitting and stainless steel tangs. Halyard cleats. 2 No. 8 lewmar halyard winches (chrome). Boom of anodized aluminum 6061-T6 alloy with internal sail track groove. Fixed gooseneck. Internal block and tackle clew outhaul. Topping lift. Mainsheet and blocks.

Rigging: Standing stainless steel 1x19 with truloc swaged end fittings. Turnbuckles for headstay, backstay, upper and lower shrouds. Toggles on upper-lower shrouds and masthead toggles on headstay. Welded jiffy reef hooks on gooseneck.

Running Rigging: Main and Jib halyards of 7 x 19 stainless steel with spliced Dacron* tails. Braided Dacron* main and genoa sheets. Flag halyards.

Interior: Sleeping accommodations for seven. V-Berth in forward cabin with trap stowage under. Hanging locker to starboard. Forepeak anchor rode stowage. Translucent hatch overhead forward. Molded in shelf stowage (P&S). Hinged door privacy. Toilet room has fiberglass sole and toilet base. Alcoves and sliding door locker outboard. Fiberglass vanity equipped with manual F.W. pump, trap linen stowage, and locker under. Mirror with light over. Hinged entry door. Large hanging locker is opposite toilet room. Main cabin has pull-out double berth to port and pilot and transom berth to starboard. Built-in storage over port berth. Bulkhead mounted folding table with hinged lewars of high pressure laminate. Quarterberth and navigation station (with chart storage) is located aft to port; drawer and locker under. Stowage shelf outboard above quarterberth. Tack companionway ladder. L-shape galley aft to starboard. Large stainless steel galley sink with F.W. foot pump. Large top-loading icebox with foam in-place insulation. 2-burner countertop alcohol stove, gimbaled. Large sliding door locker outboard of galley countertop. Drawers and lock stowage under. Weather gear stowage opposite galley next to quaterberth. Textured fiberglass sole in both cabins. High pressure laminates on all countertops. Aft cabin face has hinged access panels (P&S) for instrument installations. Main bulkheads are covered with high pressure laminates. Hull sides are covered with veneer genuwall. Standard berth mattresses are 4" foam; fabric covered throughout. Teak trim and joiner work throughout. Choice of contemporary interior décor colors. Teak handrails overhead.

Safety equipment: Bonding system incorporates common grounding of chainplates, seacocks, engine and fuel tank. Seacock or gate valve on thru-hulls. Deck and cockpit areas have molded-in non-skid surfaces. Self-bailing cockpit. Natural and forced draft ventilation of engine compartment in accordance with U.S.C.G regulations. Manual bilge pump. Life lines. Teak handrails on cabin top. Teak interior handrails. Automatic fuels shut-off valve.

Optional equipment: A wide selection of factory installed equipment is available for this boat. See price sheet for complete details.

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Pearson 33 10 meter

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new to this Pearson 33 10 meter boat .. can someone tell me, in say 25 knot wind and say 3 to 4 ft coastal seas, how close in degrees can this boat sail on the wind and how far in degrees can one heel till the sails start dumping wind.. looking for opinion based on experience in a Pearson 33 10 meter boat.  

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A Deck Level View of the Pearson Commander

Freeboard on the Commander is somewhat low (top), which sometimes makes for a wet, but exciting ride in bumpy conditions.

1. The generous cockpit featured on the Commander realistically seats six while under sail, but will accommodate more while at anchor with the tiller folded up. The cockpit is self-draining, but could use larger drains. Anyone with offshore aspirations will want to better seal the main hatch and lazarette.

2. If you need to move forward quickly in a seaway, perhaps to access the headsail, you will find the way there somewhat complicated. Shrouds occupy the narrow side decks, which necessitate shimmying sideways in- or outside them.

3. Try not to trip over one of the original bronze winches.

4. Like most well outboards, the one in the Pearson Commander requires an open hatch to ensure adequate air for proper operation.

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Pearson 31 or 10-M?

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The warden has decided it's time for us to go to a bigger boat (current boat is a Columbia Sabre) We're looking at a cruiser/mostly PHRF racer and we need to keep it under $25,000....I'll be investing the sweat equity in terms of fixing her up. I've been looking at the Pearson 31 and the Pearson 10-M, mostly because I think they deliver a lot of boat for the money. I'm leaning toward the 10-M but am interested in what you all think. I've never sailed on one but am impressed with the PHRF rating here in New England. I remember getting stomped by one while racing a Tartan 37 with a similar rating. Any thoughts? Edit: Missed the whole Pearson thread before posting but I didn't find any answers there.  

They're two completely different boats, so it depends on what you're looking for. The Pearson 10M is pretty much a daysailer/racer, and very spartan below. The 31 is more of a cruiser, with the usual creature comforts.  

I guess we're looking for a trade off, performance VS comfort. That having been said I'm confused by your post. The two boats look, almost identical below from what I've seen on web. What do you see as beeing "spartan"? Ive only raced on a p 31 not a 10-M.  

Pearson 10M My response is biased, as I own a P10M, but I looked at a P31-2 and a P31. The P31-2 is a "small" boat as is the P31. By small I mean mostly the cockpits. When I went below a 31-2, it felt very small. I never looked at a 31. I disagree with TSteele65's take on the P10M being "sparse". I don't know what he means by that. I have had people who have been on ours, who have much large boats, say that the P10M is roomy below and very functional. It can sleep 6 in a pinch, 5 easily. The skeg rudder and deep fin keel help the boat sail close to the weather. In my opinion, the 10M is a better boat. It is more performance oriented than the 31 or 31-2, yet still has the creature comforts that one would need for cruising. The 31 is a fractional rig sloop whereas the 10M is a full rig sloop. The hull speed of the10M is almost 1/2 knot faster than the 31 or 31-2. The hull speed of the 10M is 7.25 knots, pretty good for a 33 ft boat. that has a displacement of nearly 13,000 lbs. You can easily buy a 10M under $25K. I know several in the New England area for $25K or less. DrB  

My mistake - I was thinking of the Tartan Ten. Carry on.  

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