Ericson 381
1983 Ericson 38' (11.58 m) 381
Seabrook, Texas, United States
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The Ericson 381 is a classic 37' 8" sloop designed by Bruce King & built by Ericson Yachts. With a solid fiberglass hull, fin keel, and a 12-foot beam, she blends offshore stability with nimble performance. Below deck, she has a comfortable 5-6 berth layout, ideal for coastal or offshore cruising.
- Cruiser-Racer / Sloop
- Sail
- Used
- Diesel
- Fiberglass Hull
- HIN/IMO: ERY38505M83A
Vessel ID# 2857307 Last Updated: 2026-08-31 10:02:44
Description
Designed by legend Bruce King and built by Ericson Yachts, the Ericson 381 strikes the perfect balance between spirited racer-cruiser performance and comfortable bluewater capability. Built with Ericson's signature Tri-Axial Grid system, this solid fiberglass hull offers outstanding structural integrity and a stiff, dry ride in heavy chop.
Whether you're planning extended offshore passages or weekend coastal escapes, the 381 delivers smooth tracking, responsive handling, and impressive speed on all points of sail.
Comfortable Live-Aboard Interior
Below decks, rich mahogany and teak joinery create a warm, inviting cabin with 6' 4" standing headroom throughout:
- Forward V-Berth: Private master cabin with hanging locker, vanity storage, and overhead hatch.
- Aft Quarter Berth: Double berth tucked starboard with dedicated storage.
- Galley: U-shaped layout featuring a double stainless steel sink, propane stove with oven, and a large refrigerated icebox.
- Salon: Opposing settees with a lowering drop leaf table, seating up to 6 comfortably.
- Nav Station: Full chart table with dedicated instrument panel and electrical controls.
Deck & Cockpit
Designed for easy short-handed sailing, the ergonomic T-shaped cockpit features a pedestal wheel with integrated compass, clear sightlines forward, and all halyards led aft to self-tailing winches. Wide side decks and robust double lifelines ensure safe footings offshore.
Yacht Access is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by Murray Yacht Sales. It is offered as a convenience by this broker/dealer to its clients and is not intended to convey direct representation of a particular vessel
Specifications
HIN/IMO: ERY38505M83A
Official Number: 654436
LOA: 37' 8'' (11.48 Meters)
Type: Sail- Used
Year: 1983
Beam: 12'
LWL: 30' 6''
Draft Max: 4' 11''
Draft Min: 4' 11''
Cabins: 1
V Berths: 1
Fuel Type: Diesel
Hull Material: Fiberglass
Hull Shape: Monohull
Displacement: 14400
Ballast Weight: 6300 lbs
Designer: Bruce King
Builder: Ericson Yachts
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Engines
Engine 1
- Engine Make: Universal
- Engine Model: 5432 / M-40
- Engine Type: Inboard
- Drive Type: Direct
- Power HP: 32.00
- Power KW: 23.86
- Fuel Type: Diesel
Full Details
Accommodations
The 1983 Ericson 381 is widely regarded as one of the finest balances of performance and cruising comfort from the golden era of fiberglass boatbuilding. Designed by the legendary Bruce King and built by Ericson Yachts in Southern California, this limited-production model (only 39 hulls total) offers an exceptional blend of timeless, sweeping lines, swift under-sail performance, and a rock-solid offshore composure.
Whether you are looking for a capable coastal cruiser, a comfortable liveaboard, or a competitive club racer, this heavily-ballasted masthead sloop delivers.
- This 1983 Ericson 381 in Seabrook, Texas, has been well maintained and managed. She is sailed regularly by her current owners
ACCOMMODATIONS
- Layout: Master stateroom forward with a large vee-berth, hanging locker, overhead hatch and a privacy door.
- The head compartment features a large separate shower stall and a Jabsco commode.
- The galley includes a top loading fridge, deep double sinks and a 2 burner propane stove with oven
- The factory headliner has been replaced with split bamboo
ELECTRONICS
- Brand, Type, Location, Operation, (Date of Replacement if Applicable)
ELECTRICAL
- Shore power and battery charger
- Domestic & Engine Batteries
- Inverter System
SAILS & RIGGING
- Mainsail and Genoa new in 2021
- Standing Rigging new in 2021
- Running rigging new in 2021
DECK & HULL
Built with Ericson’s highly regarded structural integrity, the 381 features a "Triaxial Force Grid" system. This fiberglass frame is bonded directly to the hull to distribute rigging and keel loads evenly, providing an incredibly stiff, robust, and dry ride in choppy waters.
Bruce King Hull Shape: Gives her great righting capability, excellent handling at the helm, and a smooth motion in a seaway
- Last Bottom job 3/2026
- Lofrans Royal manual windlass
- Rocna Anchor
- Dodger, Bimini
- Teak cockpit table
- Hot and cold cockpit shower
- Navigation lights, anchor light, steaming and deck light combination
- Lifeline gates
- Emergency tiller
- Fenders and lines
MECHANICAL
- Engine - Universal 5432
- Propeller: Bronze 2 blade fixed
- Air conditioning - window unit in custom hatchboard
Mechanical Disclaimer
Engine and generator hours are as of the date of the original listing and are a representation of what the listing broker is told by the owner and/or actual reading of the engine hour meters. The broker cannot guarantee the true hours. It is the responsibility of the purchaser and/or his agent to verify engine hours, warranties implied or otherwise and major overhauls as well as all other representations noted on the listing brochure.
Disclaimer
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