MOORINGS 4700
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 MOORINGS 4700
Known as Leopard 47 for private ownership.
The Moorings 4700 is a fractional sloop designed by Morrelli & Melvin and built by Robertson and Caine, with production records indicating a start year of 2002. While the exact total hull count is unspecified in the source data, the vessel is characterized by a displacement of 22420.0 lb and a comfort ratio of 11.46, reflecting its heavy-displacement cruising pedigree.
- Best for:
- This boat is best suited for coastal and offshore cruisers who prioritize motion comfort and stability over high-speed performance, benefiting from its high D/L ratio of 136.75 and twin/triple keel configuration.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a capsize ratio of 3.44 and a robust displacement of 22420.0 lb, the Moorings 4700 demonstrates strong inherent stability and seaworthiness for bluewater cruising.
- Comparables:
- Comparable vessels include other heavy-displacement fractional sloops from the early 2000s, such as the Beneteau Oceanis 46 or Hallberg-Rassy 462, which share similar fractional rigging and focus on comfortable passage-making.
Direct variant of the MOORINGS 4700
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
Pricing
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 46.83ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
1 reported issues across 1 systems for the MOORINGS 4700, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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