Leopard 40 (2005)

The Leopard 40 (2005) is a sailing catamaran by Leopard, built from 2005 to 2013. Design: Simonis Voogd.

Key figures: length overall 12.08 m, beam 6.45 m, draft 1.14 m, light displacement about 8 t, upwind sail area about 86 m², 2 × 29 HP, 3–4 cabins.

About the Leopard 40 (2005)

At 12.08 m the Leopard 40 (2005) is in the most popular size class for cruising catamarans: big enough for a family or two couples, small enough for a couple to sail short-handed. Her beam of 6.45 m is typical for a cruising catamaran of this length.

Leopard catamarans are built by Robertson and Caine in Cape Town, South Africa, and most are designed by Simonis Voogd. Many Leopards have sailed in large charter fleets, so ex-charter versions are common on the used market.

Buying a used Leopard 40 (2005)

• Standing rigging older than about ten years is often questioned by insurers – check its age.
• Ask when the saildrive seals were last replaced and check the engines’ service history.
• Inspect both hulls, keels and rudders for grounding damage and check the bridgedeck for cracks.
• Many Leopard boats come out of charter fleets. Ask for the full maintenance log and read our guide Ex-charter or owner’s version?.
• Always commission an independent survey with a haul-out – see our buying checklist.

Similar sailing catamarans

• Bali Catsmart – 12.07 m, beam 6.45 m
• Fountaine Pajot FP41 – 12.1 m, beam 6.92 m
• Catana 401 – 12.05 m, beam 6.8 m
• Leopard 40 (2017) – 12.17 m, beam 6.48 m

Compare all models in our catamaran specs database A–Z.

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FAQ

Approximate values compiled by catamarket from published data. Figures vary by year, version and options – please check them against the builder’s documents or a survey. Spotted an error? Tell us.