LEOPARD 43 (MOORINGS 4300)

About the LEOPARD 43 (MOORINGS 4300)

Sail area includes main + 120% genoa. Most built for the charter trade. Owners version available (13) with different layout.

Designed by Simonis & Voogd and built by Robertson & Caine, the Leopard 43 (Moorings 4300) is a robust twin-keel cruiser with 74 hulls produced between 2004 and 2007. Its fractional sloop rig and 19026.0 lb displacement reflect a design philosophy prioritizing stability and ease of handling for offshore passages.

Best for:

This boat is ideal for coastal and bluewater cruisers who value the security of twin keels for shallow-water anchoring and easy beaching. It suits couples or small families seeking a comfortable, self-sufficient liveaboard with strong self-steering and windward performance.

Bluewater capability:

With a capsize ratio of 3.41 and a comfort ratio of 11.72, the Leopard 43 demonstrates strong offshore stability and motion comfort, further supported by its proven twin-keel hull form and widespread owner reports of successful long-distance passages.

Comparables:

Primary comparables include the Moody 42 and the Hallberg-Rassy 41, as they share similar displacement ranges and offshore-oriented hull forms from the same era. The Leopard distinguishes itself with its twin-keel configuration, offering superior draft flexibility compared to the single-keel designs of these rivals.