LEOPARD 47
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 46.83 ft |
| LWL | 41.83 ft |
| Beam | 24.25 ft |
| Draft | 4.33 ft |
| Displacement | 22,420 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 8.7 kn |
About the LEOPARD 47
Also the MOORINGS 4700 (charter).
Designed by Morrelli & Melvin and built by Robertson and Caine, the Leopard 47 is a robust twin-keel cruiser produced starting in 2002. While the exact hull count is unverified, the fleet is characterized by its fractional sloop rig and significant displacement of 22420.0 lb, reflecting a design prioritizing stability and comfort over pure speed.
- Best for:
- This vessel is ideally suited for experienced coastal cruisers and bluewater adventurers who prioritize safety, stability, and liveaboard comfort, particularly those interested in shallow-water exploration enabled by the twin keel configuration.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a low capsize ratio of 3.44 and a high displacement of 22420.0 lb, the Leopard 47 demonstrates strong inherent stability and seaworthiness, making it highly capable for offshore passages despite its moderate sail area-to-displacement ratio of 26.95.
- Comparables:
- The Leopard 47 compares favorably to other heavy-displacement, twin-keel designs like the Lagoon 42 or Fountaine-Pajot models of the same era, sharing similar beam dimensions (24.25 ft) and a focus on stable, comfortable offshore passage making.
Direct variant of the LEOPARD 47
Near-identical models — same hull, builder and designer, re-badged or lightly changed. Specs and owner-reported issues are typically shared across the group, so a sister model's page may carry detail this one doesn't.
Performance
Estimated Value
Low ConfidenceAsking price by model year
6 listings · boat years 2003–2004 · median $295,000
Each dot is one listing · hover for details · dashed red line marks the median · obvious data-entry outliers (top & bottom 2.5%) excluded.
Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 46.83ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
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Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
16 reported issues across 9 systems for the LEOPARD 47, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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