2008 Leopard 46 (New England)

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Open to offers via YachtSite Escrow
$395,000 (USD) VAT & Duty Paid $416,000 (USD) Long Island Sound (New England)

S/V Numa is a Long Island Sound based 2008 Leopard 46 For Sale By Owner. This owner requires financial settlement only. No trades.

2008 Leopard 46 Owner’s Version – Extensively Upgraded

Numa is a 2008 Leopard 46 Owner’s Version that has had only two owners since new. The original owner commissioned the boat and maintained her exclusively for private use before we purchased her in 2020. For the past six years, she has served as our full-time home and cruising vessel as we explored the U.S. East Coast, Bahamas, and Caribbean while continuously maintaining and upgrading her systems and equipment. Professionally maintained with maintenance records and upgrade history available for review.

The Leopard 46 remains one of the most sought-after cruising catamarans, known for its practical layout, comfortable accommodations, and proven sailing performance. The owner’s version features a dedicated starboard hull with a queen berth, office/vanity area, large head, separate shower, and abundant storage. Two guest cabins occupy the port hull, each with a private head and shower.

Over the past several years we have taken a proactive approach to maintenance, addressing both routine items and major systems before they became issues. Significant recent upgrades include new Yanmar SD60 saildrives, professionally rebedded salon windows, a 450Ah lithium house bank, updated electronics, standing rigging, and new upholstery.

In addition to serving as our home, Numa operated for three winter seasons as a USVI day charter vessel. All charters were owner-captained, professionally maintained, and limited to day use only. The boat was never part of a bareboat charter fleet and has benefited from the continual attention and upkeep required of a vessel operating in a commercial environment.

The boat is being sold with an extensive inventory of cruising equipment, tools, spare parts, and onboard gear accumulated during years of cruising. Included are a Highfield dinghy with Yamaha outboard, two stand-up paddleboards, and an inventory of replacement parts. Personal belongings, artwork, and decorative items will be removed prior to closing.

Numa is currently located in the Long Island Sound.  We plan to sail in and around the Sound as well as the Newport area for the summer months.   Showings can be arranged by appointment.

Upgrades and Improvements

  • RECENT MAJOR IMPROVEMENTS
  • New Yanmar SD60 saildrives installed (Spring 2024)
  • Salon windows professionally removed, rebedded, and resealed (Spring 2025)
  • Rudder system professionally serviced, with rudder sleeve/bearing components replaced (2026).
  • Hull professionally polished and waxed
  • ADDITIONAL UPGRADES & IMPROVEMENTS
  • Mechanical & Systems
  • 450Ah lithium house bank installed
  • Three air-conditioning units replaced (2020)
  • Two water heaters replaced
  • Northern Lights generator regularly serviced and maintained
  • Rigging & Sails
  • Standing rigging replaced (2021)
  • Mainsail replaced (2021)
  • Genoa replaced (2021)
  • Sail bag replaced (2021)
  • Elvstrøm Blue Runner downwind furling sail
  • Electronics & Navigation
  • Raymarine chartplotter upgraded (2023)
  • Raymarine autopilot upgraded (2023)
  • Comfort & Exterior
  • Interior upholstery replaced (2021)
  • Exterior cockpit cushions replaced (2021)
  • Helm enclosure installed (2024)
  • Side curtains installed (2025)
  • Safety & Tender
  • Six-person life raft (2023)
  • 11'6" Highfield dinghy (2021)
  • Yamaha 15HP outboard (2021)
  • Included with Sale
  • Two stand-up paddleboards
  • Inventory of replacement parts
  • Tools and maintenance supplies

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Specifications

NameS/V Numa
MakeLeopard
Model46
Year2008
TypeMultihull Sailboat
BuilderRobertson And Caine
DesignerMorelli and Melvin
ConstructionComposite Glass Reinforced Plastic (GRP) Sandwich with Balsa core
Cabins3
Heads3
GalleyUp

Dimensions

Loa46' 4 / 14.1 M
Lwl44' 7 / 13.6 M
Beam24' 10 / 7.50 M
Draft4' 5 / 1.43 M
Mast Height70' 9" / 21.57 M
Bridgedeck Clearance2'9"

Tankage

Fuel Tanks182 gallons
Water Tanks206 gallons
Holding Tanks60 gallons

Performance

Engines2 Yanmar 54HP; upgraded SD60 sail drives in 2024
Engine HoursApproximately 4,500 hours each
Fuel ConsumptionAppr 1 gallon per hour at 7.5 knots cruising speed
Displacement33,069 lbs / 15,000 kg
SpeedSailing: typically 7-9 knots; engine: typically 7.5-8 knots
SailsElvström standard full-batten Elvström mainsail (replaced 2021)
Elvström full overlapping furling genoa (replaced 2021)
Elvstrøm Blue Runner twin furling sail—Velcroed together for Code 0-style reaching or flown butterfly-style for deep downwind angles; professionally repaired in 2025.

Layout Diagram

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Specs

  • Builder: Robertson and Caine
  • Designer: Morelli and Melvin
  • Keel: Fixed mini keels

Measurements

  • Length Overall: 46.33 ft
  • Length Waterline: 44.58 ft
  • Max Draft: 4' 3"
  • Beam Measure: 24' 9"

Engine(s)

  • Total Power: 110
  • Engine Brand: Yanmar
  • Engine Model: 4JH4C (upgraded to SD 60 saildrives in 2024)
  • Engine Type: Inboard
  • Engine/Fuel Type: Diesel
  • Engine Hours: approximately 4500 each
  • Engine Power: 55 hp

Description

  • Boat Name: Numa
  • Make/Model: Leopard 46
  • Designer: Morelli and Melvin
  • Builder: Robertson and Caine
  • Where Built: South Africa
  • Model Year: 2008
  • Displacement: 10,960 kg (24,163 lbs) light ship (dry weight)
  • Up to ~14,500 kg (32,000 lbs) fully loaded for cruising

Construction

  • Hull: Composite Glass Reinforced Plastic (GRP) Sandwich with Balsa core
  • Deck Material: Textured GRP
  • Steering System: Wheel
  • All thru-hauls were replaced in 2023
  • Two hard board epoxy SUP are included

Engine/Drive

  • Fuel: Diesel
  • Number of Cylinders: 4
  • Cooling System: Heat exchanger
  • Gear Box: Yanmar SD60
  • Drive to Prop: SD 60
  • Prop Type: Maxprop feathering

Electrics

  • Voltage: 12V/240V
  • Generator Make: Northern Lights – approx 3300 hrs
  • Shore Power: Yes
  • Spectra Newport 400 watermaker - 12V, 16 gallon per hour

Tankage

  • Number of Fuel Tanks: 2
  • Fuel Tank Material: Aluminium
  • Fuel Tank Capacity: 700 litres (185 gallons)
  • Number of Water Tanks: 2
  • Water Tank Material: Roto-molded plastic
  • Water Tank Capacity: 780 litres (206 gallons)
  • Holding Tanks: 2 x 23 gal (170 litres) total
  • Both black holding tanks were replaced in 2024 with marine-grade polyethylene.

Water System

  • Pressurised: Fresh water Jabsco Parmax 3.5 gal/min with accumulator tank
  • Water Heating System: Yes, starboard replaced 2022
  • Spectra Newport 400 watermaker - 12V, 16 gallon per hour

Rig

  • Type: Sloop Rig
  • Standing Rigging Material: Stainless steel wire
  • Mainsail Reefing: Slab reefing

Sails

  • Mainsail with Antal system
  • Furling genoa

Winches

  • Make: Lewmar Electric & 2 speed

Galley and Appliances

  • Cooker Type: Gas
  • Number of Burners: 3
  • Oven: Yes
  • Grill: Yes - new Magma (2025)
  • Fuel: Propane
  • Microwave: No
  • Fridge/Freezer: Seafrost 12V front opening fridge and freezer
  • Salon windows rebedded (2025)
  • Dometic 45L plug-in freezer included.

Accommodation

  • Number of Heads: 3
  • Heads Make: Jabsco electric flush
  • Showers: 3
  • Cabin Heating/Air Conditioning: 3 units (new in 2020)
  • Interior Construction/Wood Type: Laminated marine ply
  • Layout Version: 3 cabin 3 head
  • Vizio tv in starboard hull included

Ground Tackle

  • Primary Anchor: Rocna - 72 pound
  • Windlass: Electric
  • Windlass Make: Lewmar 1000 watt

Electronics

  • Raymarine chart plotter & autopilot (replaced 2023)
  • VHF: Raymarine 240

General Equipment

  • Fire Fighting Equipment: Yes
  • Bilge Pumps: 4 x automatic with float switches and alarms, 2 x manual
  • Safety Equipment: Yes, including 6 person life raft (new in 2023)
  • Navigation Lights: Yes
  • Solar Panels: 1800 watts
  • Davits: Yes
  • Swimming Ladder: Yes
  • Boathook: 1
  • Engine Spares: Yes

Exterior Photos

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