Question 1

What are the specs of the LEOPARD 48?

Accepted Answer

The LEOPARD 48 has the following specifications: 48.39ft LOA, 25.07ft beam, 4.83ft draft, 37,478lb displacement. Hull type: multi. Rig: Frac. Sloop (Rotating Spar). Keel: Twin/Triple.

Question 2

How much does a LEOPARD 48 cost?

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The LEOPARD 48 has an average asking price of $467,227, with prices ranging from $240,000 to $639,000 based on 16 listings.

Question 3

Who built the LEOPARD 48 and when was it made?

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Built by Robertson and Caine, designed by Simonis-Voogd, first built in 2010, with production ending in 2018.

Question 4

Is the LEOPARD 48 good for offshore sailing?

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The LEOPARD 48 is classified as a Catamaran / Multihull. It has a comfort ratio of 17.15, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 3, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 5

How fast is the LEOPARD 48?

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The LEOPARD 48 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 22.3, which indicates high performance and good speed potential. The displacement to length ratio is 178.33, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a LEOPARD 48?

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Annual maintenance for a LEOPARD 48 is estimated at $2.6K – $7.0K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 7

How much does it cost to own a LEOPARD 48 per year?

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Annual cost of ownership for the LEOPARD 48 (48.39ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $2.6K – $7.0K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $4200-$7500/year (based on $467,227 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 48.39ft boat: Florida: $8,700-$23,200/year. California: $8,100-$20,300/year. Massachusetts: $6,100-$13,500/year + $1,900 winter storage. New York: $6,100-$16,900/year + $1,900 winter storage. Maryland: $5,800-$10,500/year. Texas: $3,500-$10,500/year. Washington: $7,000-$15,100/year. Michigan: $3,400-$7,500/year + $1,900 winter storage. North Carolina: $5,200-$10,500/year. South Carolina: $7,500-$14,500/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $10K to $44K depending on location and maintenance approach. Source: SailPages.com, based on published marina rate cards and industry data.

Question 8

How much does it cost to dock a LEOPARD 48?

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Marina slip costs for the LEOPARD 48 (48.39ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $8,700-$23,200/year. California: $8,100-$20,300/year. Massachusetts: $6,100-$13,500/year + $1,900 winter storage. New York: $6,100-$16,900/year + $1,900 winter storage. Maryland: $5,800-$10,500/year. Texas: $3,500-$10,500/year. Washington: $7,000-$15,100/year. Michigan: $3,400-$7,500/year + $1,900 winter storage. North Carolina: $5,200-$10,500/year. South Carolina: $7,500-$14,500/year. Rates are per foot per month multiplied by boat length. Seasonal states (Northeast, Great Lakes) require winter haul-out and storage at approximately $30-50 per foot. Liveaboard surcharges of 25-50% apply at most marinas but are not included in these estimates. Mooring balls are typically 40-55% less than slip costs. Source: SailPages.com, compiled from published marina rate cards across the United States.

Question 9

What are the common problems with the LEOPARD 48?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 22 issues reported for the LEOPARD 48 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in engine, structural, deck, rigging, rudder, each rated by severity (critical, major, minor). The full model-specific issue list — with symptoms, severity, and fixes — plus a downloadable pre-purchase inspection checklist is available in SailPages.com's report for the LEOPARD 48.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a LEOPARD 48?

Accepted Answer

When buying a LEOPARD 48, SailPages.com has compiled 22 model-specific issues reported by owners across engine, structural, deck, rigging, rudder, hull. Always hire a SAMS or NAMS accredited marine surveyor — SailPages.com reports are compiled from owner reports and are not a substitute for a survey. The downloadable report for the LEOPARD 48 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 11

How does the LEOPARD 48 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The LEOPARD 48 is classified as a Catamaran / Multihull by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 48.39ft LOA, comfort ratio 17.15, capsize ratio 3, SA/disp 22.3, average price $467,227. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	48.39 ft
LWL	45.44 ft
Beam	25.07 ft
Draft	4.83 ft
Displacement	37,478 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	9.0 kn

Jib (100%)	578.02 sq ft
SA total	977.36 sq ft

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