Description
Great Loop Yacht Sales is proud to present an Owner's Version 2018 Leopard 43 Power Cat
This is a rarely available, U.S. import-taxes-paid Leopard 43 Powercat, and she’s fully equipped to get you and your family cruising immediately. Frida Cat is the perfect boat for exploring the Bahamas, Great Loop, or coastal adventures—with comfort, efficiency, and panoramic living spaces.
This two-owner boat has never been in charter service, is very well maintained, and has recently completed the Great Loop. Outfitted from the factory and thoughtfully upgraded by the current owner, highlights include a new 2025 Yanmar engine, Highfield 11’ RIB with 25HP Yamaha, 300 watts of solar, Spectra watermaker, Raymarine radar, autopilot, chartplotter, AIS, forward and rear-facing cameras, flybridge enclosure (90% renewed in 2025), synthetic PlasDeck, and much more.
Built by Robertson & Caine and designed by Simonis Voogd, the Leopard 43 PC delivers exceptional performance and fuel efficiency while maximizing livable space and comfort.
Panacea Yacht Group is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by Great Loop Yacht Sales. It is offered as a convenience by this broker/dealer to its clients and is not intended to convey direct representation of a particular vessel
Full Details
2018 Leopard 43 Powercat- Walkthrough
Access the wide swim platform and step up into the spacious cockpit with custom cushions and synthetic teak-style decking. Enter the saloon through sliding glass doors and enjoy a panoramic view, a convertible table, and modern finishes. A forward watertight door leads to the bow. Below deck, the starboard hull is dedicated to the owner’s stateroom, while the port hull offers two guest cabins and a shared head.
2018 Leopard 43 Powercat- Accommodations
Designed for long-term liveaboard comfort, Frida Cat features the highly desirable Owner’s Version layout. The entire starboard hull is dedicated to a luxurious master suite with an ensuite head, separate shower, and ample storage. Two guest cabins and a shared head in the port hull offer comfortable accommodations for friends or family. With high ceilings, hanging lockers, fans, and custom blinds, every cabin is bright, breezy, and inviting.
- Owner’s suite-(Starboard Hull): queen berth, ensuite head with separate shower
- Large drawers, desk/vanity, hanging lockers
- Private sliding door entrance
- Guest cabins (2) in port hull
- Shared guest head with separate shower
- OceanAire blinds in all cabins
- Overhead fans in each cabin
2018 Leopard 43 Powercat- Salon
The salon is a wonderful space, taking full advantage of the beam of the boat. The opposing forward access door and sliding rear glass doors allow Caribbean breezes to flow naturally through the living space, creating a continuous indoor-outdoor experience. Panoramic windows and abundant natural light bring paradise in while you're cruising or at anchor. The salon table has been optioned to convert to a coffee table, extend for dining with foldable leaves, or drop down for an additional double bunk. Additional movable stools provide flexible seating and extra storage.
- Convertible salon table: coffee table, leafed dining table, or bunk
- Sliding glass doors and a forward watertight access door
- OceanAire custom blinds
- 360-degree visibility with panoramic windows
- Moveable stools with storage
- Second Yanmar throttle control at the nav station
- Overhead fans and abundant lighting
2018 Leopard 43 Powercat- Galley
Preparing meals on Frida Cat is an absolute joy. The galley’s strategic forward placement keeps the cook connected with guests while maximizing countertop and storage space. High-end appliances and smart design make meal prep efficient—whether you're grilling your fresh catch or fixing a midnight snack. The spacious layout includes double sinks, a 3-burner stove, and drawer-style refrigeration for optimal storage and access.
- U-shaped galley forward
- Stainless steel double basin sink
- Top-mounted 3-burner propane stove
- Pressurized freshwater system
- Spectra MKIIZ 12V watermaker
- Drawer-style refrigeration (Virtifrigo)
- Microwave and dry storage
2018 Leopard 43 Powercat- Mechanical
Frida Cat is powered by reliable twin Yanmar 8LV 320HP diesel engines, offering an ideal balance of performance and fuel efficiency. In 2025, the starboard engine was professionally replaced with a brand-new Yanmar after freeze damage—giving peace of mind and long-term reliability. The Northern Lights generator powers your systems off-grid, and the Spectra watermaker adds extended cruising capability.
- Twin Yanmar 8LV 320HP diesel engines
- Port: 1,647 hours
- Starboard: 178 hours (new March 2025)
- Northern Lights 9kW generator – 1,184 hours
- Hydraulic wheel steering
- Freshwater heat exchange cooling system
- Oil change pump
- Spectra MKIIZ 12V watermaker
- (2) Cruisair reverse cycle AC Units
2018 Leopard 43 Powercat- Electronics & Navigation
Frida Cat is equipped with an upgraded navigation and communication package that keeps you confidently on course and connected while cruising. The Raymarine system includes a 12" multifunction display, 48nm radar, AIS 650 transceiver, and VHF. Garmin forward and rear-facing cameras improve situational awareness when docking or underway. For entertainment, a Fusion marine stereo system with Bluetooth lets you stream your favorite playlists inside and out.
- Raymarine Axiom 12” and 7" multifunction displays at helm
- Raymarine 48nm radar
- AIS 650 transceiver
- Raymarine autopilot
- Raymarine VHF
- Garmin forward and rear cameras
- Fusion Marine stereo system with Bluetooth
2018 Leopard 43 Powercat- Electrical
Whether on the hook or at a dock, Frida Cat’s electrical systems are robust and efficient. AGM batteries handle engine, house, and generator loads, and solar power gives added independence when off the grid. The boat is equipped with both 12V DC and 110V AC circuits, with an onboard alternator keeping everything charged while underway.
- 12V DC and 110V AC systems
- Inverter/Battery Charger
- Upgraded AGM batteries: 3 house, 2 engine, 1 generator
- Alternator
- 300 watts of solar
- Shore power inlet
2018 Leopard 43 Powercat- Deck Equipment
With her wide beam, Frida Cat offers spacious outdoor areas for lounging, entertaining, and docking with confidence. The cockpit and flybridge are finished in elegant PlasDeck synthetic teak, providing a stylish and durable non-skid surface. The flybridge enclosure—90% replaced in 2025—offers all-weather protection, while the spacious seating area and commanding helm make it the perfect spot for navigation or sunset cocktails. Custom cockpit cushions, forward and rear washdowns, and multiple anchoring options make deck life both comfortable and capable.
- PlasDeck synthetic teak in cockpit and flybridge
- Lewmar Windlass
- Vulcan 33 Anchor with 150' of chain and anchor bridle
- 2 Spare Anchors
- Full flybridge enclosure (90% new 2025)
- Custom cockpit cushions
- Fresh and saltwater deck washdowns
- Hydraulic wheel steering at flybridge helm
- Large dining and lounging area on flybridge
- Flybridge access to forward sun pad area
2018 Leopard 43 Powercat- Safety Equipment
While always hoping it’s never needed, Frida Cat comes equipped with safety gear to give you peace of mind. An 8-man liferaft is aboard (note: not currently certified) and other emergency equipment is on hand to keep you secure while cruising remote areas or open water.
- Bilge Pumps including Whale manual bilge pump
- SeaFire Fire safety system
- Horn
- Smoke Detectors
- Life Jackets
- 8-man liferaft (not currently certified)
- Fire extinguishers and safety gear
2018 Leopard 43 Powercat- 2018 Highfield Tender
A dependable tender setup ensures exploring shallow anchorages, beaches, and marinas is a breeze. The aluminum-hull Highfield 11’ RIB is lightweight and durable, while the Yamaha 25HP outboard provides plenty of zip for quick trips ashore or water sports fun.
- Highfield 11’ aluminum RIB
- Yamaha 25HP outboard
- Custom Davit system with electric winch makes deploying your tender easy.
Mechanical Disclaimer
Engine and generator hours are as of the date of the original listing and are a representation of what the listing broker is told by the owner and/or actual reading of the engine hour meters. The broker cannot guarantee the true hours. It is the responsibility of the purchaser and/or his agent to verify engine hours, warranties implied or otherwise and major overhauls as well as all other representations noted on the listing brochure.
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.