Leopard 43 Catamaran (Moorings 4300)
Description
The Leopard 43 (charter version often branded as the Moorings 4300) is a popular cruising catamaran from Leopard Catamarans, built by Robertson and Caine in South Africa. Designed by Simonis Voogd Design, it was produced from 2004 to 2007 (with about 74 units built total). It's an evolution of the Leopard 42, emphasizing comfort, ease of handling, low maintenance, and solid performance for bluewater or coastal cruising — especially in charter fleets like The Moorings, where many spent their early years. It's known for reliable passage making, spacious living, and good value on the used market.
Construction Details
| Designer | Simonis Voogd Design |
|---|---|
| Builder | Robertson and Caine in South Africa |
| Length | 42.490 ft |
| LOA | 42.490 ft |
| LWL | 37.730 ft |
| Beam | 22.900 ft |
| Displacement | 19030 lb |
| Max Draft | 4.300 ft |
| Year Built | 2004 |
The standard boat dimensions
| i | 61.35 ft |
|---|---|
| j | 17.06 ft |
| p | 58.40 ft |
| e | 22.80 ft |
| p2 | - |
| e2 | - |
| i2 | - |
| j2 | - |
| I | J | P | E | P2 | E2 | I2 | J2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 61.35 ft | 17.06 ft | 58.40 ft | 22.80 ft | - | - | - | - |
Sails
Leopard 43 Catamaran (Moorings 4300) - MAINSAIL
| Luff | * 58.4 ft - (17800 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 22.8 ft - (6949 mm) |
| Leech | * 61.67 ft - (18797 mm) |
| Tack Angle | * 88 ° |
| Diagonal | * 61.95 ft - (18882 mm) |
| Head (inches) | * 6 in - (152 mm) |
| Area | * 678.16 ft² |
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Leopard 43 Catamaran (Moorings 4300) - JIBSAIL
| Luff | * 50.94 ft - (15527 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 22.13 ft - (6745 mm) |
| Leech | * 45.19 ft - (13774 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 115.01 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 19.62 ft - (5980 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 12 ° |
| Area | * 499.78 ft² |
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Leopard 43 Catamaran (Moorings 4300) - GENOA
| Luff | * 60.49 ft - (18437 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | * 27.15 ft - (8275 mm) |
| Leech | * 57.44 ft - (17508 mm) |
| Percentage LP | * 150 % |
| Length Perpendicular | * 25.59 ft - (7800 mm) |
| Deck Angle | * 3.97 ° |
| Area | * 774.02 ft² |
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Leopard 43 Catamaran (Moorings 4300) - ASYMMETRICAL
| Luff | 62 ft - (18898 mm) |
|---|---|
| Foot | 29.5 ft - (8992 mm) |
| Leech | 57 ft - (17374 mm) |
| Perc LP | * 165 % |
| Area | * 1372 ft² |
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