Brand: Leopard 40

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In 2004, Leopard partnered with designers Morelli & Melvin for their Leopard 40 model. Between 2004 and 2009, Leopard produced 136 Leopard 40s before replacing it with the Leopard 39. Then, in 2014, Leopard engaged with Simonis Voogd Design to launch a newer Leopard 40 model that is still in production today with over 210 vessels produced.

The Leopard 40, a product of South African boat builders Robertson & Caine, features a unique, modern design thanks to experienced naval architects Simonis and Voogd as well as Robertson & Caine’s design team. She resembles her predecessors in speed, agility, and blue-water performance, but her enhancements include an increased hull volume and an innovative interior layout.

Specifications
Make:Leopard
Model:40
Length:40
Builder:Robertson & Caine (Cape Town, South Africa)
Designer:Morrelli and Melvin
Construction:GRP Vacuum bagged Balsa sandwich
Build Start:2004
Number Built:136 of the first version 2004 to 2009; over 240 of the second version starting in 2014
Loa:39 ft 4in / 11.99m
Lwl:37 ft 6 in / 11.62m
Beam:22 ft 1 in / 6.72m
Headroom:6 ft to 6 ft 6 in / 2.0M
Draft:4 ft/ 1.2 m
Displacement:20591lbs / 9340kg
Mast Height:63 ft 10 in / 19.45m
Bridgedeck Clearance:2 ft ( 54 cm )
Mfg Engines:2 X 29hp Yanmar 3YM30AE coupled to SD 20 sail drives
Mfg Accommodations:The current (2020) Leopard 40 includes a light blonde interior with a light, modern and airy feel.  Her interior salon layout is unlike any Leopard before her. Her galley is located forward and the forward-facing settee and table are now located aft. This allows for a panoramic view with large sliding glass doors between the saloon and the aft cockpit. This arrangement promotes easy communication for guests and an open flow between the saloon and the aft cockpit, creating a fusion of indoor and outdoor living space.  In addition, the galley area includes a large forward-facing window and an access door to the forward platform of the boat. The access door enhances the open concept feel and easy navigation in and around the yacht. It also promotes ventilation throughout the interior.

Leopard 40 Review and Common Problems

Leopard began their sailing catamaran line-up with a cruise-worthy 45-foot catamaran. When the charter industry took notice, they requested smaller sailing cats for their fleets, so Leopard provided the 38-foot model, as well as a 42-foot model. In 2004, Leopard partnered with designers Morelli & Melvin for their Leopard 40 model. Between 2004 and 2009, Leopard produced 136 Leopard 40s before replacing it with the Leopard 39. Then, in 2014, Leopard engaged with Simonis Voogd Design to launch a newer Leopard 40 model that is still in production today with over 210 vessels produced. The Leopard family is known for award-winning designs, and the Leopard 40 is no exception, having earned the following awards: Cruising World’s “Best Overall Import Boat in USA 2005” Cruising World’s “Best Multihull 40 Feet and Under” 2005 Sail Magazine´s “Best Boats 2005” The Leopard 40 was also honored for innovative achievements by the National Marine […]