2017 Leopard 40
LOA
11.73m (38.5ft)
Beam
6.56m (21.5ft)
Displacement
8,400kg (18,519lbs)
Year
2017
Manufacturer
Leopard
Full Specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Overall (LOA) | 11.73 m | 38.5 ft |
| Length Waterline (LWL) | 11.00 m | 36.1 ft |
| Beam | 6.56 m | 21.5 ft |
| Draft | 1.12 m | 3.7 ft |
| Mast Height | 15.00 m | 49.2 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 8,400 kg | 18,519 lbs |
| Ballast | — | — |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 70.0 m² | 754 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Catamaran | |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | |
| Keel Type | Mini Keel | |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 2 HP | |
| Fuel Capacity | 340 L | 89.8 gal |
| Water Capacity | 600 L | 158.5 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | |
| Cabins | 4 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | Simonis Voogd | |
| Country of Origin | South Africa | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
17.21
Good — responsive and versatile
Ballast Ratio
0.0%
Light ballast — more tender, may need careful handling
Capsize Screening Ratio
1.29 Offshore Capable
Excellent — suitable for offshore passages
Lower is better. Values below 2.0 are considered suitable for offshore sailing.
Comfort Ratio
8.4
Spartan — racing-oriented, uncomfortable in a seaway
About the 2017 Leopard 40
The Leopard 40 is a robust and versatile cruising catamaran built by Robertson & Caine in Cape Town. Known for solid construction and excellent value, she is a favorite in charter fleets worldwide.