Ericson 381
Description
The Ericson 381 is a classic fiberglass sailboat designed by renowned naval architect Bruce King and produced by Ericson Yachts in the United States between 1982 and 1986, with a limited run of just 39 hulls as an updated evolution of the earlier Ericson 38 from 1980. Featuring a masthead sloop rig with a fin keel and spade rudder, it measures 37.50 feet in length overall (30.50 feet waterline), with a 12-foot beam, 14,400-pound displacement, and 6,300-pound ballast for a balanced ballast-to-displacement ratio of 43.75, promoting stability in offshore conditions. Its sail area totals 678 square feet, delivering a sail-area-to-displacement ratio of 18.39 for respectable performance, while options include a deep 6.50-foot draft or a shoal version at 4.92 feet for versatile cruising. Renowned for its sturdy construction, comfortable interior layout accommodating up to five berths, and timeless lines, the Ericson 381 remains a sought-after choice for bluewater sailors seeking a blend of speed, seaworthiness, and elegance.
Construction Details
| Designer | Bruce King |
|---|---|
| Builder | Ericson Yachts |
| Length | 38.000 ft |
| LOA | 37.500 ft |
| LWL | 30.500 ft |
| Beam | 12.000 ft |
| Displacement | 14400 lb |
| Max Draft | 6.500 ft |
The standard boat dimensions
| i | 47 ft |
|---|---|
| j | 16.25 ft |
| p | 42.25 ft |
| e | 14 ft |
| p2 | - |
| e2 | - |
| i2 | - |
| j2 | - |
| I | J | P | E | P2 | E2 | I2 | J2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 47 ft | 16.25 ft | 42.25 ft | 14 ft | - | - | - | - |
Sails
Ericson 381 - MAINSAIL
| Luff | * 42.25 ft - (12878 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 14 ft - (4267 mm) |
| Leech | * 43.89 ft - (13378 mm) |
| Tack Angle | * 88.03 ° |
| Diagonal | * 44.05 ft - (13426 mm) |
| Head (inches) | * 6 in - (152 mm) |
| Area | 295.43 ft² |
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Ericson 381 - JIBSAIL
| Luff | * 39.78 ft - (12125 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 21.82 ft - (6651 mm) |
| Leech | * 34.1 ft - (10394 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 115 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 18.69 ft - (5697 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 12 ° |
| Area | 371.76 ft² |
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Ericson 381 - GENOA
| Luff | * 47.24 ft - (14399 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 26.49 ft - (8074 mm) |
| Leech | * 44.19 ft - (13469 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 150 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 24.38 ft - (7431 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 4 ° |
| Area | 575.67 ft² |
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Ericson 381 - SPINNAKER
| Stays | * 47.24 ft - (14399 mm) |
|---|---|
| MidGirth | * 29.25 ft - (8915 mm) |
| Foot | * 29.25 ft - (8915 mm) |
| Perc LP | * 180 % |
| Area | 1174.5 ft² |
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