Leopard Catamarans 48

Leopard 48 catamaran proudly offered for sale with DBY Boat Sales.

Leopard 48s award winning design is focused on a compelling combination of blue water performance and comfortable living. Her modern lines, open floor plan and elegance set a renowned standard for modern cruising.

This beautifully presented 2017 Robertson and Caine Leopard 48 is a four cabin version and features an aft main cockpit deep and well protected with U shape bench around a large table on portside and hlm post on starboard. A smaller cockpit is forward of the coach roof with direct access to the salon. The raised helm station with easy access to the cockpit and side deck allows for shorthanded sailing while not separating the helmsman from family and friends.

You will be impressed by the interior of this Leopard 48 which provides both comfort and practicality. Up to ten people can be accommodated around the dining table which folds in to create more space and a relaxed coffee table feel. The table also converts to a double berth.

The well-equipped galley is conveniently located between the outdoor and indoor living spaces with easy access to the helm, aft cockpit, saloon and forward cockpit. It is fully equipped with three burner gas stove, gas oven, microwave, sink, flip mixer and ample workspace and storage.

Below decks, everyone will enjoy luxury as there are four double staterooms, each complete with their own ensuite facilities. Six opening deck hatches ensure great light below and provide fresh air through the boat, or on those hotter days, fire up the air conditioning for a cool night's sleep. A truly impressive package.

At sea, the Leopard 48 shows why it retains a reputation for fast passage-making in comfort. She is a generous, stable platform and is rigged to perform with a minimum of crew. Electric halyard and main winches ensure the hard work is a finger touch away. Your travels will be supported by a comprehensive electronics package, including Raymarine chartplotters - at helm and Nav Table, Autohelm with remote, VHF and Radar.

The twin Yanmar 57HP motors were last serviced in March 2024.

The foredeck features substantial storage in large lockers, plus full height lockers at the bow, to port and starboard. The aft cockpit features comfortable seating and a large table for alfresco dining. A substantial stainless davit system ensures you can stow and easily depoloy the 3.3m dinghy. Ideal for exploring anchorages or entertaining the kids.

Whether you descire to cruise the local bays, spend weekends with the family and friends, or see the world. The Leopard 48 is a platform that can help you realise your ambitions. Consider the comprehensive inventory for this catamaran.

ROBERTSON AND CAINE BUILDER REMARKS: The award-winning Leopard 48 offers blue water performance and comfortable living spaces; this catamaran is a popular member of the Leopard line.

The Leopard 48 features a large forward cockpit with direct access from the saloon and a stairway to the forward platform. Other exterior bonuses include a large and open aft cockpit with cockpit table. A raised helm station, providing excellent panoramic visibility, allows for excellent blue water maneuverability.

The galley of the Leopard 48 comes well equipped with ample prepping space. The expertly-designed interior makes sailing not only fun, but also incredibly comfortable. Her modern lines and open floor plan set a new standard for the modern cruising catamaran.

An inspection of this vessesl is highly recommended to fully appreciate what she has to offer.

Specifications:

Designer : Simon Voogd Morrelli
Builder : Robertson and Caine

Water (Potable) Capacity (l) : 780

Hull Construction Material : GRP
Hull Type : Monohull
Deck Construction Material : GRP

Country Origin : South Africa

Length (feet) : 48 feet
Length (m) : 14.75 m
Length Waterline (m) : 13.85 m
Beam/Width (feet) : 25 feet
Beam/Width (m) : 7.64 m
Draft (m) : 1.47 m
Draft (feet) : 4.82 feet

Keel/Ballast : Keel

Dry Weight (kgs) : 1 kgs

Number of Helms : One

Displacement : 17000

Colour : White

Engine Notes : 2 x 2017 Yanmar 4JH57. Inboard diesel engines, four cylinders, fresh water cooled. Engines last serviced: March 2024.
Number Of Engines : 2
Stroke : 4
Engine Hours : Portside: 3,333 and Starboard: 3,241
Horse Power (hp) : 57
Drive Type : Saildrive.
Engine Room : Rear Port and Starboard sides. Sound deadening panels in engine room. 2 x Engine room ventilation fans and ducting.
Generator : Northern Lights - 9KW
Number of Batteries : House battery bank is constituted of 3 x 12V/200Ah batteries, 3 x 12V 100Ah lead/acid batteries are dedicated to start engines and gensets.
Fuel Type : Diesel.
Number of Fuel Tanks : 2 x aluminium tanks.
Fuel Tank Capacity (L) : 700

Propeller : 3 blades foldable propellers.
Steering System : Edson chain & wire.

Accommodation Notes : 4 Cabins symmetrically arranged - each cabin has its own bathroom equipped with a sink, a shower and a marine head. Saloon table coverts to a double berth. Two water heaters operate via engines cooling system. Holding tanks: Equipped with 2 GRP tanks and 1 x aluminium tank.

Number of Berths : 12

Number of Showers : 4 plus Transom shower.
Shower Type : Shower with adjustable shower rose.
Number of Toilets : 4
Toilet Type : Electric.

Air Conditioning : Yes

Number of TVs : 1 x smart TV

Holding Tank (L) : 170

Galley Notes : Corian galley worktop surfaces. Single lever mixer faucet. Separate garbage bin locker with side and top access. Stowage space in shelf lockers. Corian galley shelf with spice rack.
Stove : 3 burner gas hob and oven. Plus Microwave oven.
Refrigeration : Stainless steel drawer refrigerator/freezer.
Number of Freezers : Stainless steel drawer refrigerator/freezer.
Number of Sinks : Stainless steel double sink.

Entertainment and Appliances Notes : Stereo system CD/MP3 player with speakers inside and outside, TV and 6 fans.

Anchor / Winch : Custom davit system (stainless steel) with electric winch.
Bilge Pump : 4 electric bilge pumps with automatic activation devices, two manual pumps that can be operated from inside the catamaran and high water alarms for each bilge.
Deck Gear : Electric Halyard and Main Winch.

Mast/Rigging : Rigging last inspected in October 2023.

Sail Inventory : Full batten mainsail and furler headsail.

Electrics : 12V/220V distribution, notified switch for each function. 2 x solar panels and shore power.

Electronics Navigation : Raymarine. Autopilot. Equipped with auto-pilot multifunction displays for the functions loch/speedo/depth/wind speed/wind direction/compass/GPS/chart plotter.

Dinghy : 3.3m Rib Tender - Parsun 4 Stroke - 15HP

Covers : Coach roof side window removable shade covers. Cockpit side and back curtains.

Safety Gear : 12 Life Jackets. Life Raft in container, total capacity x 12 persons. New EPIRB. Fire blanket and fire extinguishers.

Ground Tackle : Vertical low-profile 12V powered windlass with water proof remote control. The primary anchor is a 25kg non-hinge plow anchor, mounted with chain and polyester line. The second anchor is a fluke anchor.

GPS : Raymarine

Has Navigation Lights : Yes

Radio : Fix mounted VHF/DSC - Raymarine.

Number of Life Jackets : 12

Remarks : Dock Lines. Boat Hook.