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Brand: Leopard 43
The Leopard 43 is based on the award-winning Leopard 42 design, of which over 45 have been introduced since 2001. Features include a hard-top bimini, a longer transom, fixed stainless steel davits and twin Volvo 29Hp naturally aspirated engines. The 3-cabin layout features an owner-dedicated starboard hull, spacious double cabins with en suite heads and separate showers Electric Head (port). Fully equipped galley and expanded saloon with breakfast bar. A clear deck layout, excellent bunk access, walkthrough access from the cockpit to the aft swim platform and a galley-up design are popular features with cruisers.
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Leopard 43 is a 42 ′ 5 ″ / 13 m catamaran sailboat designed by Simonis Voogd Design and built by Robertson & Caine between 2004 and 2007.
Rig and Sails
Auxilary power, accomodations, calculations.
The theoretical maximum speed that a displacement hull can move efficiently through the water is determined by it's waterline length and displacement. It may be unable to reach this speed if the boat is underpowered or heavily loaded, though it may exceed this speed given enough power. Read more.
Classic hull speed formula:
Hull Speed = 1.34 x √LWL
Max Speed/Length ratio = 8.26 ÷ Displacement/Length ratio .311 Hull Speed = Max Speed/Length ratio x √LWL
Sail Area / Displacement Ratio
A measure of the power of the sails relative to the weight of the boat. The higher the number, the higher the performance, but the harder the boat will be to handle. This ratio is a "non-dimensional" value that facilitates comparisons between boats of different types and sizes. Read more.
SA/D = SA ÷ (D ÷ 64) 2/3
- SA : Sail area in square feet, derived by adding the mainsail area to 100% of the foretriangle area (the lateral area above the deck between the mast and the forestay).
- D : Displacement in pounds.
Ballast / Displacement Ratio
A measure of the stability of a boat's hull that suggests how well a monohull will stand up to its sails. The ballast displacement ratio indicates how much of the weight of a boat is placed for maximum stability against capsizing and is an indicator of stiffness and resistance to capsize.
Ballast / Displacement * 100
Displacement / Length Ratio
A measure of the weight of the boat relative to it's length at the waterline. The higher a boat’s D/L ratio, the more easily it will carry a load and the more comfortable its motion will be. The lower a boat's ratio is, the less power it takes to drive the boat to its nominal hull speed or beyond. Read more.
D/L = (D ÷ 2240) ÷ (0.01 x LWL)³
- D: Displacement of the boat in pounds.
- LWL: Waterline length in feet
Comfort Ratio
This ratio assess how quickly and abruptly a boat’s hull reacts to waves in a significant seaway, these being the elements of a boat’s motion most likely to cause seasickness. Read more.
Comfort ratio = D ÷ (.65 x (.7 LWL + .3 LOA) x Beam 1.33 )
- D: Displacement of the boat in pounds
- LOA: Length overall in feet
- Beam: Width of boat at the widest point in feet
Capsize Screening Formula
This formula attempts to indicate whether a given boat might be too wide and light to readily right itself after being overturned in extreme conditions. Read more.
CSV = Beam ÷ ³√(D / 64)
Mainsail area: 76 m². Genoa area: 44 m². Engines: 2 x 29 hp diesels Most built for the charter trade. Owners version available (13) with different layout.
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LEOPARD 43 - THE TEST OF TIME...
With its well-balanced hulls, the Léopard 43 is capable of respectable averages, in excellent comfort.
A catamaran designed for cruising in warm seas…
The only fault; the Léopard slams in rough seas…
The aft gangway is very practical both whilst sailing, to pass from one side to the other, and at anchor…
The steering position is very complete and well protected by the rigid bimini…
The cockpit table can accommodate 8 for meals, under the (appreciable) shelter of the rigid bimini.
The interior is very tasteful, comfortable, well-lit and very well-ventilated.
The U-shaped galley has good stowage space and a large work top… Perfect!
The chart table and the particularly comprehensive switch panel.
The four double cabins aboard our test version are very comfortable and spacious… and the finishing is excellent!
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- Builder : LEOPARD CATAMARANS
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The Multihulls World team of testers has dreamt of this for a long time… To be able to carry out extended tests under real cruising conditions, with a boat which is ready to go, all tanks full, loaded with fuel, possessions and a full crew: the boat as you would really use it! Here, then is the ‘detailed’ test of the Léopard 43 in its Moorings 4300 version…
A well-defined programme.
At the origin of the Léopard range, are a large South African builder with a good knowledge of multihulls (Robertson & Caine) and the specialist in bare-boat charter, The Moorings. For about ten years now this charter company has understood that a catamaran is the ultimate boat for family cruising in the warm waters of the West Indies, the Pacific or the Indian Oceans. Moorings specifications for their idea of what a cruising catamaran should be were therefore very precise: excellent liveability, comfort at anchor, low maintenance and ease of handling under sail… The Léopard 43 is the development of the Léopard 42, designed by Alex Simonis and Voegd Design. It is offered by the builder in an owner’s or Léopard version as well as a charter version, under the name Moorings 4300. The boat we were offered for five days in the West Indies was the latter version…
With varied conditions, up to 35 knots, we were really able to explore the Léopard 43’s potential…
An extended test
We took possession of our catamaran in the Oyster Pond marina, on the French part of Saint Martin, in the West Indies. It was number 18 in the series, registered at Nice in ...
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The leopard 43 offers a seamless saloon to foredeck walkthrough. suited to larger groups, there are various social areas..
Description
There were no details left unattended in the creation of the Leopard 43 power catamaran, including the hull design, the updated interior, and much more. The Leopard 43 power catamaran is a completely redesigned mid-sized catamaran built with the quality foundation that has come to be expected of Leopard Catamarans.
The Leopard 43 power catamaran sleeps up to ten. She has four double cabins, two bathrooms and the saloon will accommodate another double.
She has ample head room, generous refrigeration space and an upstairs galley. Air-conditioning is available at the marina at no cost, and a user pays option on the water.
This well equipped power catamaran features a generous shaded flybridge with dining table, another fridge and sundeck. The roomy aft cockpit has a table and seating, and there is also a walk-through to the foredeck from the saloon.
A comfortable, powerful and stable boat for exploring the Whitsundays. Suitable for up to four couples, two families and large groups.
Customer Reviews
We had a great time on the Leopard 43 power cat and had great weather for our holiday! The family loved spending time on the beaches and relaxing on the boat. The daybed is an added luxury!
Chalkies beach was our number one spot and we even got to see dolphins at Whitehaven Beach.
Whitsunday Escape is the best charter company we've used and we've used many! We will definitely hire a boat with Whitsunday Escape again!
We had a fantastic week cruising the Whitsunday Islands on a Leopard 43 Power Catamaran. The boat was amazing and the location just perfect.
The Staff at Whitsunday Escape could not be faulted from our initial reservation until the post cruise debrief. Jordan in particular was fantastic and really added to our holiday.
Thanks for a great holiday, your staff were helpful through the whole booking, before departure and when we returned. I highly recommend booking through Whitsunday Escape for their service and keeping you in the loop as you prepare for your holiday with them.
The Whitsunday Islands is a beautiful area to explore and the Leopard 43 was a fantastic vessel with a great mix of luxury and practicality. Will definitely consider another holiday with Whitsunday Escape in the future.
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