Compare current Leopard sail and power catamarans by key specs, layout flexibility, and intended cruising style, or explore detailed model-vs-model comparisons below.
| Model | Type | LOA | Draft | Best for | Full model page |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leopard 43 | Sailing | 42 ft 7 in | 5 ft 2 in | Couples cruising, modern performance, panoramic visibility | View model |
| Leopard 46 | Sailing | 45 ft 7 in | 5 ft 5 in | Blue water cruising, liveaboard flexibility, upgraded performance | View model |
| Leopard 52 | Sailing | 51 ft 8 in | 5 ft 7 in | Long-range passagemaking, premium liveaboard, versatile layouts | View model |
| Leopard 40 Powercat | Power | 40 ft 0 in | 3 ft 7 in | Efficient coastal cruising, first-time powercat buyers, agility | View model |
| Leopard 46 Powercat | Power | 46 ft 4 in | 3 ft 1 in | Comfortable extended cruising, onboard living, performance balance | View model |
| Leopard 53 Powercat | Power | 50 ft 6 in | 25 ft 2 in | Flagship luxury, long-range cruising, spacious entertaining | View model |
| Model | LOA | Beam | Draft | Waterline Length | Displacement | Sail Area | Performance Graphs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leopard 43 | 42 ft 7 in / 12.98 m | 23 ft / 7 m | 5 ft 2 in / 1.57 m | 41 ft / 12.49 m | 32,470 lbs / 14,728 kg | 1,354 sq ft / 125.8 sq m | View details |
| Leopard 46 | 45 ft 7 in / 13.9 m | 24 ft 1 in / 7.35 m | 5 ft 5 in / 1.65 m | 44 ft / 13.42 m | 38,925 lbs / 17,656 kg | 1,512 sq ft / 140.5 sq m | View graphs |
| Leopard 52 | 51 ft 8 in / 15.75 m | 26 ft 9 in / 8.16 m | 5 ft 7 in / 1.7 m | 50 ft 3 in / 15.31 m | 45,232 lbs / 20,517 kg | 1,812 sq ft / 168.3 sq m | View graphs |
Smaller Leopard sail models like the 43 excel at short-handed sailing and easier dockside handling. Larger models like the 52 offer maximum volume for extended liveaboard cruising and bluewater passages.
| Model | LOA | Beam | Draft | Max Speed | Cruising Speed | Standard Engines | Engine Option 1 | Engine Option 2 | Consumption Curves |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leopard 40 Powercat | 40 ft 0 in / 12.19 m | 21 ft 8 in / 6.61 m | 3 ft 7 in / 1.10 m | 23 kts | 15 kts | 2 x 250 HP Yanmar | 2 x 320 HP Yanmar | 2 x 370 HP Yanmar | View curves |
| Leopard 46 Powercat | 46 ft 4 in / 14.13 m | 24 ft 1 in / 7.34 m | 3 ft 1 in / 0.94 m | 23.5 kts | 16 kts | 2 x 250 HP Yanmar | 2 x 320 HP Yanmar | 2 x 370 HP Yanmar | View curves |
| Leopard 53 Powercat | 50 ft 6 in / 15.40 m | 25 ft 2 in / 7.67 m | 3 ft 3 in / 1.00 m | 24 kts | 17 kts | 2 x Yanmar 8LV370 | — | — | View curves |
The Leopard 40PC offers approachable size for first-time power catamaran owners. Larger power models provide more entertaining space and motoryacht-style comfort for extended cruising.
Below are all current Leopard‑vs‑Leopard sailing catamaran comparison guides. Each page walks you through the main differences in layout, storage, and handling so you can decide which model better suits your plans:
Compare the proven, award‑winning Leopard 42 with its next‑generation successor, the all‑new Leopard 43, side by side.
Discover the biggest differences between two award-winning sailing catamarans.
Step‑up from proven cruising to a larger, more luxurious platform.
A side‑by‑side look at the Leopard 50 and Leopard 52.
Below are all current Leopard‑vs‑Leopard power catamaran comparison guides. Discover the differences in efficiency, space, storage, handling, and more in the pages below.
Your tool for understanding the differences between the Leopard 40 PC and Leopard 46 PC.
See a side‑by‑side comparison of the mid‑size Leopard 46 PC and the flagship Leopard 53 PC.
Yes, Leopard 46 and Leopard 52 sail models offer factory hybrid propulsion packages combining a diesel generator with electric motors. These systems provide improved redundancy, increased range, and less operation cost.
All Leopard models offer owner’s versions (large master suite + guest cabins) and charter versions (maximum guest cabins, no dedicated owner suite). While buyers have layout options and configurations to choose from, custom layouts are not available on our production-built boats.
The warranty for a new Leopard is with the manufacturer of the Robertson & Caine built vessel. R&C warrants that each new vessel sold and delivered by an authorized dealer will be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of fourteen (14) months from the date of the warranty date. R&C further warrants that, although windows do not form part of the structural design of the vessel, window installations will be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of twenty-four (24) months from the Warranty date. In addition, R&C warrants that the hulls, decks, flybridge, decklid, bulkheads, structural webs and their connections to one another manufactured by R&C, shall be free from structural defects due to materials or workmanship, including, but not limited to any gelcoat osmotic blistering defect on the underwater surfaces of the hull for a period of six (6) years from the Warranty Date.
The OEM items, like electronics, engines, and other mechanical items will offer a 2-year warranty on their equipment through the original manufacturer.
Leopard catamarans are designed with generous bridge deck clearance and wide beam proportions for stability and comfort offshore. Built using vacuum‑infused construction with reinforced keels, they are engineered for serious passage making, with a long track record of successful ocean crossings, including transatlantic voyages.
Leopard catamarans retain 60-70% of their original value after 5 years when properly maintained, outperforming most production multihulls. Popular models like the Leopard 46 maintain strong charter and private resale markets globally.
Leopard sail catamarans are designed for single-handed sailing, with all lines leading back to the helm and helm station layouts that simplify operation. Thoughtful rig and deck design make them well-suited for owners who want easy handling.
Leopards with the custom davit pair best with 10-11′ RIBs (15-25 HP); Leopards with the swim platform pair best with 11-14′ RIBs (25- 40 HP). Leopard owners commonly use Highfield, AB Inflatables, or Zodiac tenders with either the custom davit system or swim platform.
Maintenance on a Leopard is very structured—annual haul-outs for bottom paint and sail drive service, engine service every 250 hours, and rigging checks every couple of years. Most owners budget around 3–5% of the boat’s value annually, depending on usage and location.
If you’re still uncertain which Leopard model is the best fit, talk to a Leopard specialist. Our team can walk you through your itineraries, crew size, and long‑term plans and recommend the model—plus configuration options—that match your goals.
