Leopard 43

The Leopard 43 is a sailing catamaran by Leopard, part of the builder’s current range. Design: Robertson and Caine.

Key figures: length overall 12.98 m, beam 7 m, draft 1.57 m, light displacement about 14.7 t, upwind sail area about 125.8 m², 2 × 45 HP, 600 l fuel, 660 l water, 4 cabins.

About the Leopard 43

At 12.98 m the Leopard 43 offers the space many owners want for long-term cruising or living aboard, while still being manageable by an experienced couple. Her beam of 7 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 43

• As a current model she can be ordered new; demo boats and nearly-new boats with remaining warranty are worth looking for.
• 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

• Excess 13 – 12.99 m, beam 7.25 m
• Catana 431 – 13.07 m, beam 7.37 m
• Fountaine Pajot Belize 43 – 13.1 m, beam 7.1 m
• Leopard 42 – 12.67 m, beam 6.93 m

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

Leopard 43 for sale

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FAQ

Specifications from the builder’s website (Leopard), retrieved October 2026. Figures can vary with version and options.