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Leopard 53 Powercat: The 4th Generation of Leopard Powercat

by Leopard Catamarans 21 Jul 2019 07:57 BST
Leopard 53 Powercat © Leopard Catamarans

Succeeding the most popular powercat of all time (Leopard 51 Powercat), this Leopard 53 Powercat ushers in the 4th generation with a yacht that features all the attributes that made her predecessor successful, while reimagining what a powercat should be.

With the space, stability, and efficiency expected of a catamaran combined with the comfort and luxury of a motor yacht, she is crafted with style without compromising on performance.

The Best of Both Worlds

The Leopard 53 Powercat offers a modern interior with the comforts of home as well as plenty of outdoor entertaining space. Combined with the smart and economical advantages of the catamaran design, she is easy to maintain and operate, and is up to 50% more fuel efficient than her monohull motoryacht counterparts.

The interior's atmosphere will entice, with cool tones and modern finishes. Offered in a three or four cabin layout, with the option for separate crew cabins. The three-cabin owner's version provided an at-home feel with a large, walk around bed, a walk-in closet and a double vanity.

The saloon offers large, panoramic windows, an L-shaped lounge to port and a 2-person settee to starboard with an option to add an interior navigation station. The flow is seamless with access to foredeck through the forward saloon door.

The galley is outfitted with a domestic-sized refrigerator/freezer, Staron® worktop surfaces, 4-burner stove, microwave oven, sink and faucet, and ample amounts of storage.

The flybridge provides a well-thought-out helm station with great visibility. Spacious seating and a large table allow for a great place to entertain family and friends and enjoy a meal with spectacular views.

Specifications:

Dimensions

  • LOA: 53 ft 1 in / 16.19 m
  • Beam: 25 ft 2 in / 7.67 m
  • Draft: 3 ft 2 in / 0.97 m
  • Bridgedeck Clearance: 2 ft 9 in / 0.83 m
  • Overall Height Above Waterline Including Nav Light Pole: 18 ft 8 in / 8 m
Engine
  • Engine: Yanmar 370HP x 2
  • Maximum Speed (in light ship conditions): 25 Knots
  • Cruising Speed (in light ship conditions): 17.5 Knots
  • Maximum Range Speed (in full load condition): 7.9 Knots
  • Maximum Range Speed (with one engine in full load condition): 6.8 Knots
  • Range at Max Speed: 342 Nm
  • Range at Cruising Speed: 463 Nm
  • Maximum Range with Both Engines: 1330 Nm
  • Maximum Range with One Engine (in full load condition): 1995 Nm
  • Engine No. Cylinders: 8
  • Fuel: 581 gal / 2200 L
Extra Details
  • Water: 185 gal / 700 L
  • Displacement: 41,070 lbs / 18,629 kg
  • Load Carrying Capacity: 13,512 / 6,129 lbs
  • Holding Tank Capacity: 42 US Gal gal / 160 L

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