David Burgess
- 26 owner trips
- 2 boats
- 3 countries
The Leopard 45 by Robertson & Caine, a benchmark for all 45-foot catamarans and available with The Moorings Yacht Ownership Program as a Moorings 4500, is the clear frontrunner in the mid-size boat category with over 250 built.
Specially designed for cruising with your family or friends, the Moorings 4500 features several ground-breaking innovations, the most striking of which is perhaps the giant overhead skylight which radiates lights throughout the saloon.
The Moorings 4500, designed by the famous naval architects, Simonis et Voogd Yacht Design, has a 4-cabin layout, each with its own private bathroom.
As there is also a small cabin in the fore peak on the port side, which can be used by a skipper, and the saloon can be converted into a double berth, this model can therefore host crews of up to 11!
The abundant natural light and choice of ultra-modern fittings combine to create an overall impression of luminosity and elegance.
On the practical side, you will be delighted to find you have access to a flat-screen TV / DVD-player, Bluetooth connectivity, USB ports in all the cabins as well as the saloon, a fully-equipped galley and an air-conditioning system, all of which are powered by solar panels and a generator.
The outside arrangements are just as impressive, featuring a spacious aft cockpit and a raised lounge area where the crew can leisurely sipan aperitif together at the end of the day. The Moorings 4500 also has a cockpit at the fore: a trademark feature of Leopard catamarans, Moorings’ exclusive partner for more than 25 years now.
The flybridge lounge provides a dedicated space for socializing and relaxing away from the main deck. It’s perfect for enjoying cocktails with friends, having a barbecue, or simply unwinding with a book or sunbathing.
The Moorings 4500 flybridge design incorporates the lounge near the helm station, allowing for easy communication between the captain and guests. This social aspect makes sailing more enjoyable for everyone on board.
All the lines come back into the raised helm station, fully equipped with electric winches which help ensure that manoeuvring is trouble-free. With its pedigree as a fast and sturdy catamaran, the Moorings 4500 is guaranteed to feel exhilarating yet safe at the helm. This impression is enhanced by the choice of state-of-the art Raymarine navigation instruments and the twin Yanmar 45 CV engines which will provide all the power you will ever need.
Any way you look at it, this boat exudes exceptional quality and good value. Customer feedback and focus on elegance, comfort, performance, and continuous innovation have helped to develop blue water cruising catamarans that are fun to sail, easily maintained anywhere in the world, and aesthetically pleasing.
The Leopard 45 is a perfect blend of interior comfort and sailing pleasure. She’s sleek and nimble, yet convivial. She incorporates a heritage of Leopards spanning twenty five years of production proficiency.
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“It is an affordable way to have a beautiful boat. The key word is affordable. Because the yacht is in the ownership program, it helps subsidize the cost of the yacht, And it is nice to be able to go to a beautiful place and enjoy your boat.”