Leopard 44
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XPresented For Sale By:
The Multihull Company
United States
Make | Leopard |
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Model | 44 |
Year | 2016 |
Condition | Used |
Price | US$549,000 |
Type | Sail |
Class | Catamaran |
Length | 44 ft |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Hull Material | Fiberglass |
Location | St Augustine, Florida |
Tax Status | Tax Paid |
LOA | 42 ft 7 in |
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Length at Water Line | 42 ft 6 in |
Beam | 23 ft 9 in |
Max Draft | 4 ft 2 in |
Displacement (Full Load) | 27880 lb |
Max Bridge Clearance | 68 ft 6 in |
Engine Type | Inboard |
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Engine Make | Yanmar |
Engine Model | 4JH45 |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Engine Year | 2016 |
Power | 45 hp |
Drive Type | Sail Drive |
Engine Location | Port |
Propeller Type | 3 Blade |
Engine usage (hours) | 1850 |
Engine Type | Inboard |
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Engine Make | Yanmar |
Engine Model | 4JH45 |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Engine Year | 2016 |
Power | 45 hp |
Drive Type | Sail Drive |
Engine Location | Starboard |
Propeller Type | 3 Blade |
Engine usage (hours) | 1850 |
Covers |
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Electrical Equipment |
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Electronics |
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Inside Equipment |
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Outside Equipment/Extras |
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Rigging |
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Sails |
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Designer | Morrelli & Melvin |
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Builder | Robertson & Caine |
Guest Cabins | 3 |
Guest Heads | 3 |
Fuel Tanks | 2 x 95 gal |
Fresh Water Tanks | 2 x 106 gal (Plastic) |
Hull Shape | Catamaran |
Description
2016 Leopard 44 “Diastema” – Exceptionally Well-Maintained 3-Cabin Owner’s Version
Step aboard Diastema and discover why the Leopard 44 remains one of the most sought-after cruising catamarans ever built. Designed by the renowned team at Morrelli & Melvin and built by Robertson & Caine in South Africa, the Leopard 44 combines thoughtful design, robust construction, and exceptional sailing performance in one beautiful package.
This 3-cabin owner’s version has been lovingly maintained and shows true pride of ownership throughout. The moment you step into the bright, open salon, you’re greeted by panoramic windows that flood the space with natural light, creating an airy and spacious feel that sets her apart from other cats in her class. The galley is smartly laid out with ample storage, and the comfortable settee invites you to relax and take in the views at anchor or underway. Her spacious outdoor living areas, including the forward cockpit and the large aft cockpit, offer ample room for entertaining, lounging, or simply enjoying life at sea.
Some of Diastema’s equipment highlights include:
- New Yanmar SD60 mk 4 saildrives (2023) and upgraded 45hp engines at build
- New Chartplotter and AIS (2023)
- 420 Watts of solar (6x 70 Watt panels)
- Cruise RO watermaker 30 GPH
- Two 16000 BTU Dometic AC and heating units for the salon and cabins
- Oversized 73lbs Rocna anchor and anchor davit system
- Full cockpit enclosures
Diastema is US Import Duty / Tariff paid and available for showings by appointment in beautiful St. Augustine, FL.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Interior
Inside Diastema, the Leopard 44’s signature light and airy design shines through, with wraparound panoramic windows, generous headroom, and a bright, open-plan salon that feels spacious and inviting. The main living area features a comfortable settee and dining table, seamlessly connected to a practical, well-equipped galley with ample counter space and clever storage throughout. The unique forward cockpit access keeps fresh air flowing and enhances the connection between indoor and outdoor spaces. The starboard hull is dedicated to a private owner’s suite with a queen berth, abundant storage, and a large ensuite head with a separate shower, while the port hull provides two cozy guest cabins and a shared head, making Diastema’s interior feel like a true floating home, perfect for liveaboard life or extended cruising.
- 2x hatch windows, 2x glass salon doors aft, and a forward salon door for air flow in the salon
- Oceanair hatch roller blind/flyscreens, and window curtains throughout
- 6-inch-thick seating cushions in the salon
- Wooden salon table
- CruiseAir climate controls
- Convenient 120V outlets throughout the salon and cabins
- Two 16000 BTU Dometic AC and heating units for the salon and cabins
- Fusion speakers in the salon
- Standalone showers in each of the three heads
- Fans throughout
- Hatches throughout
- Desk in the owner's hull
- Ample storage is available for food or equipment
- Light ash wood cabinetry throughout
Galley
- ENO 3-burner propane cooktop
- ENO propane oven
- Cruise RO watermaker 30 GPH
- Double basin stainless-steel sink
- Single-handle faucet with pullout spray
- Separate dish drying stainless-steel basin
- Ample counter space
- Stainless steel Vitrifrigo DT double door refrigerator and freezer
Exterior
Diastema’s exterior embodies the Leopard 44’s reputation for combining comfort, safety, and ease of sailing. Her wide side decks and sturdy handholds make moving around secure and effortless, while the signature forward cockpit adds a unique, versatile space for lounging or enjoying a breeze underway. The spacious aft cockpit flows seamlessly from the salon, creating a large, inviting area for dining, relaxing, or entertaining with friends and family. The helm station offers excellent visibility and simple sail handling with all lines leading aft, ideal for short-handed cruising. From the generous deck space to the thoughtful outdoor living areas, Diastema feels open, practical, and ready for any passage or island anchorage.
- Hard bimini
- Desirable forward seating area
- 3-inch-thick cockpit cushions
- Full cockpit enclosures
- LED deck lighting
- Fusion cockpit speakers
- Lewmar hatches
- Transom swim ladder
- Sugar scoop hot and cold freshwater shower
- Locker with two 10-lb fiberglass propane tanks for the galley
- Easy access to handholds and lifelines
- Plastimo Contest 130 compass at the helm
- Dinghy davits with an electric winch
- Rear or forward-facing pulpits
- Covers for helm, helm seat, winches, and dinghy
- Mesh covers for salon windows
Mechanical
- Upgraded Yanmar 4JH45 45HP engines at build
- New Yanmar SD60 mk 4 saildrives (2023)
- Yanmar heavy-duty ultra-high efficiency fuel filter
- Blue Sea Systems SI-ACR start isolation automatic charging relay
- Jabsco diesel refueling pump
- 3-blade folding props
- Stainless-steel engine throttles
- Northern Lights generator with Recor fuel filter (980 hours)
Electrical
- 420 Watts of solar (6x 70 Watt panels)
- 3x Lifeline AGM Deep Cycle GPL-4DA batteries (12v 210AH each)
- Northern Lights generator with Recor fuel filter (980 hours)
- Victron SmartSolar charge controller
- Promariner Prosafe FS60 galvanic isolator
- Two 30A 125V Marinco shore power outlets
- Two 30A shore power cords
Electronics
- Raymarine autopilot
- Raymarine wireless Smart Controller autopilot remote in the salon
- Raymarine depth
- Raymarine speed
- Raymarine wind
- Raymarine depth
- Raymarine chartplotter (2023)
- Raymarine radar
- Raymarine AIS (2023)
- Raymarine VHF in the salon
- Fusion MS-NRX200i stereo at the helm
- Fusion MS-U0755 stereo in the salon
- Fusion audio speakers in the salon and cockpit
- Iridium Go satellite phone
- EPIRB
- Battery monitor at the chart plotting station
Plumbing
- Cruise RO watermaker 30 GPH
- Jabsco electric heads
- Standalone showers in each of the three heads
- Cobra shower and faucets in each of the heads
- Jabsco Shower drain pumps with Jabsco Pumpgards
- Rule Industries super switch bilge pump float switch
Sails and Rigging
- Profurl C420 mechanical furling jib
- Fully battened mainsail
- Mainsail stack pack (2025)
- Mainsail lazy jacks
- Three Lewmar self-tailing winches at the helm
- Spinlock clutches
Anchoring, Mooring, and Docking
- Quick electric windless
- Quick wired remote control
- Oversized 73lbs Rocna anchor
- Anchor davit
- Anchor bridal
- Many dock lines and fenders
- Anchor washdown
- Large boat hook
Tender
- AB 10 tender
- Yamaha 20 HP four-stroke outboard
Additional Equipment
- Fishing rod holders
- 50 gallon Yeti Cooler
- Misc safety gear
- Spare parts
- Extra hatches
- Misc tools
- Fishing rod holders
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the standing rigging replaced? - Answer: Inspected in 2023
When was the bottom paint last done? - Answer: April 2024
How is the boat currently being stored? - Answer: Exceptionally well on the hard with cushions stored inside, covers over equipment, dehumidifier in the salon, fans throughout, and sealed thru hulls and sinks
Has the boat ever been chartered? - Answer: No, never chartered. Original owners. Used 3 months a year in the Bahamas.
Has the boat been recently appraised? - Answer: Yes, in 2024 for $587,000
Disclaimer
The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.
Presented For Sale By:
The Multihull Company
United States
Presented For Sale By:
The Multihull Company
United States