S/V Kavalea is a Fort Lauderdale, Florida, US based 2020 Leopard 40 Owners Version For Sale By Broker. Responses to inquiries may come from a broker who is representing the owner as a fiduciary. This owner requires financial settlement only. No trades.
2020 Leopard 40 Owners Version — Preliminary listing. Coming soon to Fort Lauderdale. This announcement is to provide an early look at a modern performance-cruising catamaran specifically configured in the Owners Version layout.
Built with the Leopard pedigree for efficient passagemaking and comfortable liveaboard capability, the Owners Version emphasizes a private owner’s suite, intelligently arranged living areas and generous deck ergonomics. The hull and deck engineering prioritize stability, load-carrying capacity and seakeeping, while the deck plan has been optimized for safe sail handling and easy access to cockpit and coachroof systems.
Systems aboard this model typically include a well-appointed galley, integrated navigation and communication electronics, reliable auxiliary propulsion and modern electrical and domestic systems sized for extended cruising. The interior is designed for comfortable liveaboard ergonomics, durable finishes and practical storage solutions — attributes that make the Leopard 40 suitable for coastal cruising and short offshore passages alike.
Specifications
| Name | S/V Kavalea |
| Make | Leopard |
| Model | 40 Owners Version |
| Year | 2020 |
| Type | Multihull Sailboat |
| Builder | Robertson & Caine (Cape Town, South Africa) |
| Designer | Morrelli and Melvin |
| Construction | GRP Vacuum bagged Balsa sandwich |
| Cabins | 3 |
| Heads | 2 |
| Galley | Up |
Dimensions
| Loa | 40 |
| Lwl | 37 ft 6 in / 11.62m |
| Beam | 22 ft 1 in / 6.72m |
| Headroom | 6 ft to 6 ft 6 in / 2.0M |
| Draft | 4 ft/ 1.2 m |
| Mast Height | 63 ft 10 in / 19.45m |
| Bridgedeck Clearance | 2 ft ( 54 cm ) |
Tankage
| Fuel Tanks | 95 gal / 360 Ltrs |
| Water Tanks | 206 gal / 780 Ltrs |
Performance
| Engines | 2 x Yanmar 29hp Diesel |
| Engine Hours | 1470 / 1470 |
| Generator | Yes |
| Gen Hours | 335 |
| Displacement | 20591lbs / 9340kg |
| Sails | Mainsail |
Layout Diagram
Inventory
Vessel Overview
- 2020 Leopard 40 Owners Version
- Preliminary listing coming soon to Fort Lauderdale
Ownership and Registration
- US import duty paid
- Original owners
- Never chartered
Slip
- Transferable liveaboard slip in Chesapeake marina through April 2027 (transferable to new owners)
Recent Upgrades Overview
- Multiple recent upgrades and equipment additions (see categorized lists)
Electrical and Power
- Approximately 2000 watts solar installed by Just Catamarans
- 900 Ah Relion lithium batteries
- 5 kW Victron Quattro inverter/charger
- Smart plugs
- Raynet network switch
Propulsion and Auxiliary Power
- Engines fully serviced with approximately 1450 hours; 1000-hour service completed
- Generator with approximately 335 hours
- Engine backflow protection added to exhaust system
Sails and Rigging
- Electric winch x 1 for mainsail
- One manual winch
- All new running rigging except main halyard (main halyard onboard but not installed)
Deck, Helm, and Cockpit
- Full helm and cockpit enclosure and sun shades by Leo
- Custom helm seat wider than factory specification
- Outside cockpit cushions
- Exterior shades for side salon windows
Navigation and Electronics
- Raymarine AIS700 AIS transceiver
- Raymarine Quantum 2 radar with Doppler
- Raymarine Axiom 12 12-inch MFD
- Raymarine autopilot
- Raymarine autopilot remote
- Raymarine sonar transducer upgraded to show bottom
- Starlink satellite receiver
Safety and Emergency Equipment
- EPIRB
- Liferaft present but not currently certified (sold as is)
Anchoring and Ground Tackle
- Mantus M1 anchor upgrade with swivel
Plumbing and Water Systems
- ACUVA water filter with UV
- Fresh and saltwater flush toilets
- Engine backflow protection added to exhaust system (also listed under propulsion)
Galley and Refrigeration
- Isotherm side-by-side refrigerator
- Two Dometic 55 qt extra refrigerator/freezer units
HVAC and Ventilation
- Mabru AC 110 V units
- Updated larger fans for increased airflow in owner's hull and salon
Laundry and Accommodation
- Splendid washer/dryer
- Custom memory foam mattresses for owner's hull bed and port aft cabin bed
- 12 to 15 yards of original Leopard upholstery in storage
Tender
- Highfield 310 tender with 15 hp Yamaha outboard
- Tender registered in Florida
- Tender water pump serviced April 2026
Spare Parts and Documentation
- Spare parts remain onboard
- Full service history, fuel log, and captain's log
Miscellaneous
- EPIRB listed under safety
- Smart plugs and other small upgrades included
Exterior Photos
Deck Photos
Interior Photos
Cabin Photos
Head Photos
Other Photos
