{"id":55936,"date":"2024-10-04T15:54:41","date_gmt":"2024-10-04T19:54:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cruisingworld.com\/?p=55936"},"modified":"2024-12-12T12:20:46","modified_gmt":"2024-12-12T17:20:46","slug":"featured-nominee-leopard-46","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cruisingworld.com\/sailboats\/featured-nominee-leopard-46\/","title":{"rendered":"Featured Nominee: Leopard 46"},"content":{"rendered":"\n        <section class=\"hydra-container\">\n\n\t\t\t                <div class=\"hydra-canvas\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cruisingworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Leopard-46-Electric-Drive-4937-1024x768.jpg\" class=\"hydra-image disable-lazyload\" alt=\"Leopard 46\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" fetchpriority=\"high\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cruisingworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Leopard-46-Electric-Drive-4937-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.cruisingworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Leopard-46-Electric-Drive-4937-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cruisingworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Leopard-46-Electric-Drive-4937-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.cruisingworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Leopard-46-Electric-Drive-4937-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.cruisingworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Leopard-46-Electric-Drive-4937.jpg 2000w\" \/>                <\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n            <figcaption class=\"caption margin_top_xs full border_1 hydra-figcaption\">\n                <span class=\"hydra-image-caption\">The Leopard 46 is aimed at cruising sailors, with an optional hybrid propulsion system that\u2019s a real game-changer.<\/span>\n                <span class=\"article_image_credit italic margin_right_xs\">Courtesy Leopard Catamarans<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t            <\/figcaption>\n        <\/section>\n\t\t\n\n\n<p>Leopard Catamarans has unveiled the Leopard 46 sailing cat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<style>.embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; }<\/style><div class='embed-container'><iframe src='https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/7AzMGhwIGN0' frameborder='0' allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cThe Leopard 46 is a testament to Leopard Catamarans and Robertson and Caine\u2019s commitment to engineering excellence and elevated onboard living,\u201d Franck Bauguil, global sales manager at Leopard Catamarans, stated in a press release. \u201cWe have meticulously designed and built a vessel that not only delivers exceptional performance but also provides an unparalleled level of luxury and comfort.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Leopard 46 has an exterior design inspired by powercats. Its wraparound coachroof windows allow for panoramic views and lots of natural light inside. The companionway sliding door fully retracts abaft the helm station, connecting the saloon and cockpit as a single area for relaxation and entertainment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n        <section class=\"hydra-container\">\n\n\t\t\t                <div class=\"hydra-canvas\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cruisingworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Leopard-46-Electric-Drive-0431-1024x768.jpg\" class=\"hydra-image\" alt=\"Leopard 46 sailing\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cruisingworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Leopard-46-Electric-Drive-0431-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.cruisingworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Leopard-46-Electric-Drive-0431-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cruisingworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Leopard-46-Electric-Drive-0431-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.cruisingworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Leopard-46-Electric-Drive-0431-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.cruisingworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Leopard-46-Electric-Drive-0431.jpg 2000w\" \/>                <\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n            <figcaption class=\"caption margin_top_xs full border_1 hydra-figcaption\">\n                <span class=\"hydra-image-caption\"><\/span>\n                <span class=\"article_image_credit italic margin_right_xs\">Courtesy Leopard Catamarans<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t            <\/figcaption>\n        <\/section>\n\t\t\n\n\n<p>Other key features include a hybrid electric drive option and integrated solar panels, both of which have the potential to make cruising more sustainable and efficient. Available with two standard 45 hp Yanmar diesel engines (or optional upgraded 57 hp versions), the Leopard 46 answers the call for sustainability with its optional Hybrid Electric Drive System. The system includes a power management box, electric propulsion pod, high-voltage lithium-ion battery, solar array, and range-extending generator. The boat\u2019s power can be sourced from solar panels, sailing regeneration, shore power, and a range extender. The system can manage charging and discharging, providing power for both propulsion and house loads. Testing shows speeds over 8 knots and regeneration capabilities up to 1.8 KW per hour per hull.<\/p>\n\n\n\n        <section class=\"hydra-container\">\n\n\t\t\t                <div class=\"hydra-canvas\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cruisingworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Web-L46-Main-Deck-GRPStd-Closed-1024x548-1-1024x768.jpg\" class=\"hydra-image\" alt=\"Leopard 46 blueprint\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cruisingworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Web-L46-Main-Deck-GRPStd-Closed-1024x548-1-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.cruisingworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Web-L46-Main-Deck-GRPStd-Closed-1024x548-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cruisingworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Web-L46-Main-Deck-GRPStd-Closed-1024x548-1-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.cruisingworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Web-L46-Main-Deck-GRPStd-Closed-1024x548-1-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.cruisingworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Web-L46-Main-Deck-GRPStd-Closed-1024x548-1.jpg 2000w\" \/>                <\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n            <figcaption class=\"caption margin_top_xs full border_1 hydra-figcaption\">\n                <span class=\"hydra-image-caption\"><\/span>\n                <span class=\"article_image_credit italic margin_right_xs\">Courtesy Leopard Catamarans<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t            <\/figcaption>\n        <\/section>\n\t\t\n\n\n<p>Leopard allows owners to personalize the 46 by ordering one of several layouts. Options include three staterooms plus a utility room; or four- and five-stateroom variations. Owners also can choose the configuration of tables and furniture in the saloon and cockpit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n        <section class=\"hydra-container\">\n\n\t\t\t                <div class=\"hydra-canvas\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cruisingworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/L46-Salon1-1024x768.jpg\" class=\"hydra-image\" alt=\"Leopard 46 salon\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cruisingworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/L46-Salon1-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.cruisingworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/L46-Salon1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cruisingworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/L46-Salon1-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.cruisingworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/L46-Salon1-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.cruisingworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/L46-Salon1.jpg 2000w\" \/>                <\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n            <figcaption class=\"caption margin_top_xs full border_1 hydra-figcaption\">\n                <span class=\"hydra-image-caption\"><\/span>\n                <span class=\"article_image_credit italic margin_right_xs\">Courtesy Leopard Catamarans<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t            <\/figcaption>\n        <\/section>\n\t\t\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s an optional performance-sail package, as well as an optional lifting tender platform.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Leopard 46 will be available for charter through The Moorings and Sunsail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Leopard 46 Specifications<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>LOA:<\/td><td>47\u20196\u201d<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>LWL:<\/td><td>44\u2019<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Beam:<\/td><td>24\u20191\u201d<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Draft:<\/td><td>5\u20195\u201d<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Displacement:<\/td><td>37,939 lb.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Sail Area:<\/td><td>1,554 sq.ft.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Water:<\/td><td>185 gal.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Fuel:<\/td><td>182 gal.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Engines:<\/td><td>2x Yanmar 45 hp<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Website:<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.leopardcatamarans.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">leopardcatamarans.com<\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Leopard 46 is an evolution from its predecessor, the 45, blending robust bluewater capability with cutting-edge design.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":11,"featured_media":55948,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"BS_author_type":"BS_author_is_guest","BS_guest_author_name":"Cruising World Staff","BS_guest_author_url":"","hydra_display_date":"","hydra_display_updated":false,"arc_story_id":"","arc_website_url":"","arc_subtype":"","arc_exclude_from_feeds":false,"sponsored":false,"sponsored_label":"Sponsored 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