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44' 2011 Leopard 44

Overall Length
44 ft
Location



Mooring Chocolate Hole, St. John Virgin Islands (US)

Category
Sail
Year
2011
Name
Buying Time
Model
44
Fuel Tank Capacity
185 Gallons
Beam
23' 9"
Draft
Minimum 4'Maximum 4' 2"
LOA


42'

7"

Displacement
27,880 lbs
Cabin Count
4
Head Count
3
Fresh Water Capacity
250 Gallons
Hull Material
Fiberglass
Bridge Clearance
69' "
Engine

2024 Yanmar
Diesel
3JH40
Inboard
Sail
40Hp
30Kw
160Hrs

2024 Yanmar
Diesel
3JH40
Inboard
Sail
40Hp
30Kw
160Hrs

Description

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.


From the moment you approach the vessel, the Leopard 44’s wide beam and sleek profile immediately convey stability, space, and capability. At 44 feet in length with a beam of nearly 24 feet, Buying Time offers the expansive living areas and deck space typically found on much larger yachts. 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.


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. This innovative feature has become a hallmark of the Leopard brand and remains one of the most loved aspects of the Leopard 44 design.


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. This open layout allows the entire main living area to function as a single spacious environment, ideal for gathering with friends and family while underway or at anchor.


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. The result is a welcoming and comfortable living space that feels open, modern, and connected to the sea.


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. Whether preparing a quick breakfast before setting sail or hosting a full dinner at anchor, the layout supports comfortable onboard living.


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. The separation between cabins ensures quiet and privacy for everyone onboard, making the vessel ideal for family cruising, hosting guests, or extended voyages.


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. The elevated helm station provides excellent visibility and allows the captain to manage sails and navigation comfortably while remaining connected with the cockpit and crew. Sail controls are thoughtfully positioned to allow easy handling by a small crew, making the yacht approachable even for shorthanded sailing.


Twin diesel engines provide dependable auxiliary power and exceptional maneuverability in marinas and tight anchorages. The twin-engine configuration allows precise control when docking and ensures reliability for long cruising passages when motoring is required.


The Leopard 44 is widely recognized as one of the most successful cruising catamarans ever built, combining durability, sailing performance, and liveaboard comfort into a remarkably balanced design. Built with offshore capability in mind, the vessel features solid construction, generous tankage, and practical storage throughout, making it well suited for extended cruising and life aboard.


Buying Time represents far more than a yacht; it represents the freedom to explore, travel, and experience the ocean on your own terms. Whether anchored in a quiet Caribbean bay, sailing across open water with steady trade winds, or entertaining friends beneath a sunset sky, this catamaran provides the ideal platform for unforgettable moments on the water.


For sailors seeking a proven cruising catamaran with exceptional comfort, innovative design, and the ability to travel far beyond the horizon, Buying Time offers a rare and exciting opportunity to step aboard a vessel that truly lives up to its name.


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Accommodation


Boarding Buying Time from the stern, you enter a covered aft cockpit that comfortably seats eight around a dining table, creating a relaxed outdoor living area perfect for meals, socials, or watching the sunset. Just inside the sliding glass doors is a bright, open salon with panoramic windows and a galley‑up layout that flows into the living space, making it easy to socialize while preparing meals. Ahead of the salon, a unique covered forward cockpit provides another sheltered lounging space, excellent ventilation, and a direct connection to the outdoor life on board — a feature that sets the Leopard 44 apart and enhances comfort underway and at anchor.


Below decks Buying Time offers four private cabins, each with its own ensuite head and separate shower, designed for comfort, privacy, and ease of use. The two aft hull cabins have queen‑sized berths with walk‑around access, good storage, and ventilation through overhead hatches and ports. The forward cabins also feature generous berths with private heads and ventilation, making them comfortable for family, guests, or extended cruising. Throughout the interior, storage space is well thought out, ventilation and natural light are abundant, and the overall feel is bright, open, and live‑aboard friendly.


This layout balances spacious outdoor cockpit areas with a functional salon and galley, plus four cabins with en‑suite heads, making Buying Time both comfortable for cruising and versatile for live‑aboard life, weekend sailing, or longer offshore passages.



Interior Comforts and Amenities


• (1) Isotherm refrigerator with separate freezer compartment

• (1) Separate large refrigerator

• Stove/Oven – Force 10 installed (2024)

• Propane shut off valve

• (2) Propane tanks

• Microwave oven

• Toaster

• Barbeque grill aft deck

• Coffeemaker

• Watermaker – Cape Horn Extreme installed (2023)

• Water heater – Kuma model 40611 (port and starboard)

• Water system – (3) + (2) water filters

• 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

• Secondary chart plotter – Raymarine ES78 Hybrid-touch

• Radar – Quantum digital 4KW

• Depth sounder – Raymarine ST-60

• Speed and distance – Raymarine ST-60

• Logs – Raymarine ST-60

• Primary VHF radio – Raymarine Ray53

• Secondary VHF radio – Handheld

• Wind direction – Raymarine

• Wind speed indicator – Raymarine

• Compass – Optimo

• Stereo – Fusion MS-RA-70

• Stereo speakers – Bose

• Television – Google Smart TV 32’’

• EPIRB – ResQue Me, 406 Mhz

• AIS receiver – Raymarine AIS700 Class B transceiver

• Deck lights

• Starlink router and antenna (2023)



Electrical Systems


• 1200 watts solar panels

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

• 12/3000/120/230V MultiPlus inverter (2023)

• (2) Orion-Tr Smart DC-DC charger for engines (2023)

• (1) Blue Sea automatic charging relay for generator (2023)

• Electric winch

• Electric windlass – 1000W

• Electric dinghy davit

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

• Noko Genius start battery monitor (2)

• Transformer for 110V appliances



Deck and Hull Equipment


• Deck hose

• Ropes

• Pressure washer

• Electric drill

• Hand tools

• Screws and bolts

• Engine filters

• Water filters

• Mooring hook

• Fenders

• Power grid cable

• (2) 20 gallon water canisters

• (3) 5 gallon gasoline/diesel canisters

• Flag – Large US



Sails and Rigging


• Ullman Dacron genoa (New 2025)

• Ullman Dacron main sail (New 2025)

• Ullman Fiberpath genoa (2023)

• Ullman Fiberpath main sail (2023)

• Spinnaker – Symmetric

• Old Ullman genoa

• Rig inspection (2023)

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



Mechanical Equipment


• USCG safety package

• Manual bilge pump

• Emergency tiller

• (4) Rule belt pumps

• Whirlpool washing machine

• Bilge blower



Safety Equipment


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

• Kidde 2 lb extinguisher in LPG locker

• Smoke and CO detector in each hull

• EPIRB – ResQue Me, 406 Mhz

• WAZE Webcam



Engine Info


• (2) Yanmar 40HP engines 3JH40 with SD-60 sail drives and Flexofold props – (All new installed November 2024)

• Engine hours: 160h / 160h

• Outboard dinghy – 30HP 4-stroke Mercury outboard engine (2021)



Dinghy Info


• Highfield Classic 330 (2021)

• HIN: HFM15938F021

• Serial: Not visible

• 30HP Mercury (2023)



Tankage


• (2) 95 gallon aluminum fuel tanks = 185 gallons

• Fresh water tanks = 250 gallons

• (2) 20 gallon holding tanks polyethylene (installed 2023) = 40 gallons



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.


The protected helm, back deck enclosures, two16,000 btu AC units, a 6 kW Northern Lights diesel generator, twin Yanmar 40hp engines, 1200 watts of solar, Lithium power bank, electric wrench, windlass, and electric davits add to the comfort and ease of living aboard. Raymarine electronics includes AIS and radar.  Boat is for sale fully furnished with bedding, kitchenware, microwave, grill, 32’’ smartTV, Starlink, etc. 


Recent improvements:

• New Yanmar 40HP engines (Nov 2024)

• New SD60 sail drives with Flexofold props (Nov 2024)

• New unused Dacron head and main sails (Sep 2025)

• Fiberpath sails (from 2023)

• New Force10 range (2024)

• New Bed mattrasses (2023)

• New Lithium battery bank (2023)

• New Water maker Cape Horn Extreme (2023)

Recent maintenance:

• Replaced standing rigging (2024)

• Bottom antifouling (Oct 2025)


Buying Time was originally locted 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.


This Leopard has a front cockpit making this spacious vessel the perfect cruising catamaran.  The current owner has had Buying Time since 2023 and has sailed from Florida to the USVI and onwards to Grenada twice.

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.

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