Pearson Triton 18
Description
the Pearson Triton 18 was a compact, trailerable fiberglass daysailer and pocket cruiser produced by Triton Yachts (a division of Pearson Yachts, under Grumman Allied Industries) from 1984 to 1985 at their Portsmouth, Rhode Island facility. Unlike the iconic 28-foot Triton from 1959, this smaller iteration was designed for easy trailering, family day sailing on inland lakes or coastal waters, and occasional overnighting, with a simple fractional sloop rig, centerboard keel (no fixed ballast), and outboard motor compatibility. Approximately 200 units were built (based on hull numbers like #2056 from 1986 listings), emphasizing affordability, low maintenance, and beginner-friendly handling.
Construction Details
| Designer | Pearson Yachts |
|---|---|
| Builder | Pearson Yachts |
| Length | 18.000 ft |
| LOA | 21.000 ft |
| LWL | 18.000 ft |
| Beam | 7.600 ft |
| Displacement | 1700 lb |
| Max Draft | 3.000 ft |
| Min Draft | 1.300 ft |
| Year Built | 1984 |
The standard boat dimensions
| i | 20 ft |
|---|---|
| j | 6.42 ft |
| p | 20 ft |
| e | 9 ft |
| p2 | - |
| e2 | - |
| i2 | - |
| j2 | - |
| I | J | P | E | P2 | E2 | I2 | J2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 ft | 6.42 ft | 20 ft | 9 ft | - | - | - | - |
Sails
Pearson Triton 18 - MAINSAIL
| Luff | * 20 ft - (6096 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 9 ft - (2743 mm) |
| Leech | * 21.45 ft - (6538 mm) |
| Tack Angle | * 88 ° |
| Diagonal | * 21.64 ft - (6596 mm) |
| Head (inches) | * 4 in - (102 mm) |
| Area | * 92.89 ft² |
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Pearson Triton 18 - JIBSAIL
| Luff | * 16.8 ft - (5121 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 8.52 ft - (2597 mm) |
| Leech | * 14.57 ft - (4441 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 115.11 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 7.39 ft - (2252 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 12.07 ° |
| Area | * 62.06 ft² |
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Pearson Triton 18 - GENOA
| Luff | 20 ft - (6096 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | 10.33 ft - (3149 mm) |
| Leech | 18.83 ft - (5739 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 149.53 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 9.6 ft - (2926 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 3.81 ° |
| Area | * 96.04 ft² |
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Pearson Triton 18 - ASYMMETRICAL
| Luff | 20 ft - (6096 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | 11 ft - (3353 mm) |
| Leech | 18 ft - (5486 mm) |
| Perc LP | * 165 % |
| Area | * 165 ft² |
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