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Leopard 44
Designer: Morrelli & Melvin  ·  Builder: Robertson And Caine  ·  First built: 2011
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About the Leopard 44

Built by the Robertson and Caine shipyard in South Africa, this popular catamaran represents Leopard's commitment to practical cruising design and reliable performance. The Leopard 44 has established itself as a solid choice among cruising sailors seeking the stability and space advantages that only a catamaran can provide. With its moderate proportions and sensible layout, this vessel excels at comfortable coastal and offshore cruising. The design emphasizes livability over speed, featuring generous interior accommodations that make extended voyaging pleasant for couples or families. The wide beam provides excellent stability in various sea conditions, while the shallow draft opens up anchorages that would challenge deeper monohulls. Leopard's reputation for building robust, well-engineered catamarans shines through in the 44's construction quality and attention to practical details. The boat features reliable systems and straightforward maintenance access, qualities that have made the Leopard brand popular among serious cruisers planning extended voyages. While not designed for racing, the Leopard 44 offers respectable sailing performance combined with the comfort and safety that make it suitable for everything from weekend coastal trips to ambitious ocean passages.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 42.58 ft / 12.98 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 41.67 ft / 12.70 m
Beam 23.79 ft / 7.25 m
Max Draft 4.17 ft / 1.27 m
Displacement 27,811.00 lb / 12,615 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 1,323.00 ft² / 122.91 m²
Headroom 6.56 ft / 2.00 m
Design & Construction
Hull Type Catamaran Twin Keel
Rigging Type Frac. Sloop (Rotating Spar)
Construction FG
Designer Morrelli & Melvin
Builder Robertson and Caine
First Built 2011
Last Built 2016
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Performance Ratios
SA/Displacement Sail Area to Displacement ratio measures how much sail power a boat has relative to its weight. Higher values mean more performance and speed.
Under 14 — Heavy cruiser, slow14–18 — Cruising sailboat18–22 — Cruiser/racerOver 22 — Performance racer
23.15
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