Introduced in 1977, the Pearson 40 represents a significant departure from the traditional aesthetics and engineering norms established by Pearson Yachts under the earlier Alberg era. Designed by William Shaw during his tenure as General Manager and Chief Naval Architect, this model was conceived as a "dual-purpose" yacht—a vessel capable of competing in emerging performance handicaps like the MHS (Measurement Health System) and PHRF while remaining a luxurious, sea-kindly cruiser. Distinctive for its racy, flush-deck profile and unique "whale-shaped" underbody, only 71 hulls were produced before production ceased in 1981. According to Sailing Magazine, the model remains a "terrific value" for offshore-capable cruising, despite a polarizing aesthetic that initially divided the sailing public.
Used Pearson 40 Sailboats for Sale
- Make
- Pearson
- Model
- 40
- Builder
- Pearson Yachts
- Designer
- William Shaw
- Number Built
- 71
- Production Year(s)
- 1979 - 1981
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