Pearson 40
When the Pearson 40 was introduced in 1977 it was loaded with features that broke the Pearson mold. The hull was balsa cored with a unique whale-shaped under body and a deep centerboard. The hull shape, which was similar to Ted Hood's centerboarders of the time, was a risky departure from form for Pearson. The deck, however, is the P40's most recognizable feature. Following the lead of the earlier Ericson 39 and Tartan 41, the P40 deck is genuinely flush.
The Pearson 40 is an intriguing boat. It is comfortable and offshore capable and yet the centerboard design allows for gunk-holing in the thinnest of waters.
Source: Sailing Magazine. Image Credit: Sailboatlistings.com
Specs
LOA: 39.92 ft
LWL: 31.25 ft
Beam: 12.50 ft
Draft: 9.42 ft
Displacement: 22800.00 lbs
Ballast: 12200.00 lbs
Hull type: Keel/CB & spade rudder
Hull construction: FG
Rigging type: Masthead Sloop
Pearson 40 for sale in the last 12 months
Below you'll find the latest Pearson 40 listings for the last 12 months. We compare the listing price with boats listed in the past and the color coding indicates if the price is good (green = below the average listing price) or more on the expensive side (red = seller is asking more than the average listing price).
| Date | Year Country, State |
Price | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-12-06 | 1979 Maryland | USD 18300 | |
| 2023-10-25 | 1980 Florida | USD 52000 |
Pearson 40 listing prices over time
How to read this chart: The x-axis shows the months and the number of boats listed in that month. The bars show the range between cheapest and most expensive Pearson 40 listed in that month.