Leopard 44 Buying Time

Boat Overview

Buying Time is an exceptional Leopard 44 sailing catamaran that delivers an outstanding blend of performance, comfort, and innovative design, making it one of the most desirable cruising catamarans in its class. Designed by the world-renowned naval architects Morrelli & Melvin and built by Robertson and Caine, the Leopard 44 has earned an outstanding reputation among sailors for its reliability, thoughtful layout, and impressive sailing ability. Buying Time embodies everything that has made this model so highly respected among cruisers and liveaboards around the world.

Specifications

• Length: 44 feet


• Beam: nearly 24 feet

Design Features

From the moment you approach the vessel, the Leopard 44’s wide beam and sleek profile immediately convey stability, space, and capability. The catamaran’s twin-hull design provides remarkable stability both underway and at anchor, ensuring comfortable cruising for family and guests whether exploring island anchorages or embarking on extended passages.

Forward Cockpit

One of the most distinctive features of the Leopard 44 is its revolutionary forward cockpit design. Accessible directly from the main saloon through a forward door, this comfortable lounge area offers an additional outdoor living space that truly transforms the onboard experience. It creates a natural flow of air through the vessel while providing a private and relaxing place to enjoy morning coffee, sunset cocktails, or quiet moments surrounded by panoramic ocean views.

Aft Cockpit

The aft cockpit aboard Buying Time is equally impressive and perfectly suited for entertaining or dining while enjoying the surrounding scenery. A large shaded seating area and dining table provide an inviting social space that connects seamlessly with the interior saloon through wide sliding doors.

Interior Features

Inside the yacht, the bright and airy interior reflects the thoughtful craftsmanship that Robertson and Caine are known for. Large panoramic windows, overhead hatches, and the forward cockpit door allow abundant natural light and ventilation throughout the saloon.

Galley

The galley is located in the saloon, allowing the chef to remain part of the conversation while preparing meals. With generous counter space, ample cabinetry, and well-placed appliances, the galley is designed for both convenience and practicality during extended cruising.

Accommodations

Accommodations aboard Buying Time provide privacy and comfort for owners and guests alike. The Leopard 44 is known for its spacious cabins and well-designed hull layouts, each offering comfortable double berths, excellent storage, and ensuite bathrooms.

Sailing Performance

Under sail, Buying Time delivers the performance and confidence expected from a modern cruising catamaran. With an efficient sail plan and balanced hull design, the Leopard 44 offers smooth and capable sailing across a wide range of wind conditions.

Engine and Power

• Twin diesel engines provide dependable auxiliary power and exceptional maneuverability in marinas and tight anchorages.


• Engine Info:
  
  
  
  • (2) Yanmar 40HP engines 3JH40 with SD-60 sail drives and Flexofold props – (All new installed November 2024)
  
  
  • Engine hours: 160h / 160h
  
  
  
  

Additional Information

Accommodation

Boarding Buying Time from the stern, you enter a covered aft cockpit that comfortably seats eight around a dining table. Just inside the sliding glass doors is a bright, open salon with panoramic windows and a galley-up layout.

Below decks Buying Time offers four private cabins, each with its own ensuite head and separate shower.

Interior Comforts and Amenities

• (1) Isotherm refrigerator with separate freezer compartment


• (1) Separate large refrigerator


• Stove/Oven – Force 10 installed (2024)


• Watermaker – Cape Horn Extreme installed (2023)


• Air conditioner – Cruisair (2) 16,000 BTU


• Life raft – Plastimo Trans Ocean 10, manufactured 07/2010 (not recertified)

Electronics and Navigation

• Autopilot – Raymarine 6002 and x30 course controller


• Primary chart plotter – Raymarine ES128


• Radar – Quantum digital 4KW


• Primary VHF radio – Raymarine Ray53


• Television – Google Smart TV 32’’

Electrical Systems

• 1200 watts solar panels


• (3) x 300Ah KiloVult 3600kw LiFeP04 lithium iron batteries (2023)


• Generator – Northern Lights M673L2.3 with 3700h use time

Deck and Hull Equipment

• Deck hose


• Pressure washer


• Electric windlass – 1000W

Sails and Rigging

• Ullman Dacron genoa (New 2025)


• Ullman Fiberpath genoa (2023)


• Standing rigging replaced (2024) – FKG Marine, St Maarten

Safety Equipment

• (3) Kidde 5 lb. dry chemical A:B:C fire extinguishers


• EPIRB – ResQue Me, 406 Mhz

Owners Comments and Boat History

Buying Time has 4 double cabins and 3 heads. The fourth head is converted with an extra fridge and a washing machine.

Recent improvements include new Yanmar 40HP engines, new SD60 sail drives, and new unused Dacron head and main sails.

Buying Time was originally located in Croatia and has sailed across the Atlantic. The previous owner made upgrades of generator and rudders in 2021 and sailed around in the Bahamas before selling the boat to the current owner in 2023.

The catamaran comes with a mooring on beautiful St John, tender (Highfield 330 with 30HP Mercury) and 2 kayaks for beach access.

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.