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Catamaran Comparison · 2026

Fountaine Pajot Astrea 51 vs Leopard 50

Two near-neighbours in the 50–51 foot class — here's how they actually differ on the water.

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At a Glance

Fountaine Pajot
Astrea 51

The Astrea 51 is a 51-foot 4-cabin catamaran launched in 2020. Best for family, luxury, performance. A proven family-friendly layout.

Leopard
Leopard 50

The Leopard 50 is a 50-foot 5-cabin catamaran launched in 2019. Best for large group, family, performance. A proven family-friendly layout.

Quick Comparison

Spec Astrea 51 Leopard 50
Length overall 51 ft (15.55 m) 50 ft (15.43 m)
Beam 8.1 m 8.06 m
Cabins (guest + crew) 4 + 2 5 + 2
Max guests 8 10
Year introduced 2020 2019
Best for family, luxury, performance large group, family, performance
Standout amenity AC, generator AC, generator
Charter regions Caribbean, Mediterranean, South Pacific, South East Asia, Atlantic & Offshore, Red Sea & Middle East Caribbean, Indian Ocean, South East Asia, South America & Galápagos
Indicative price (bareboat low season) $18,000 $7,000
Indicative price (crewed peak season) $44,000 $57,500
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Pricing data drawn from current-season bookings across BVI and Mediterranean bases. Updated quarterly.

Design & Comfort Differences

The two boats feel meaningfully different on board, even within the same nominal size class. Three specific differences worth knowing:

  1. Saloon and deck space. The Astrea 51 has a classic enclosed saloon with a wide aft deck; the Leopard 50 offers a more conventional enclosed saloon.
  2. Cabin configuration. Both boats offer 4 (Astrea 51) vs 5 (Leopard 50) guest cabins. If you need 5 equal cabins for a multi-couple charter, the Leopard 50 is the better fit. Otherwise they're both fine for a single-family layout.
  3. Amenities & kit. Astrea 51 comes with AC, generator, watermaker, solar, dinghy, BBQ. Leopard 50 adds ice maker.

Performance Differences

Neither boat is a racer; both are cruising catamarans. But the Astrea 51.

In light air (under 10 knots true wind), the heavier-displacement boat will feel slightly sluggish; in 15–20 knots trade-wind conditions both perform similarly. In big Med Meltemi/Mistral conditions (25+ knots) the Astrea 51's wider 8.1 m beam will initially feel more stable but pushes more water resistance.

For bareboat charters both behave predictably under sail and under power. We rarely see either one out-sail the other in normal charter conditions.

Price & Value

In current-season data, the Astrea 51 starts at $18,000/week bareboat (low season, BVI or Greece) and the Leopard 50 starts at $7,000/week. At the high end (crewed, peak season) we see the Astrea 51 reach $44,000/week and the Leopard 50 reach $57,500/week.

For most charterers the price difference is small (~$500–$1,500/week) compared to the total trip cost — meaning amenities, layout and your destination matter more than sticker price when choosing between two boats this similar.

Which Should You Choose?

If you're a family with kids

Both boats work for families — compare cabin configs in our detail pages and we'll help you pick the better-fitting layout.

If you want performance / a sailing-feel boat

Choose the Astrea 51. It was designed with sailing performance in mind — the helm feels more responsive and you'll enjoy being on the wind.

If you want luxury / open-space

Choose the Astrea 51. It's specifically tuned for indoor-outdoor living and the finish is the more premium of the two.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Astrea 51 bigger than the Leopard 50? ▾
The Astrea 51 is 51 ft (15.55 m) long with a 8.1 m beam, while the Leopard 50 is 50 ft (15.43 m) with a 8.06 m beam. The Astrea 51 is the longer boat, but the difference of 1 ft may be marginal once you step on board.
Which is better for a family — Astrea 51 or Leopard 50? ▾
Both boats are well-suited to families. Astrea 51 is best for family / luxury; Leopard 50 leans toward large group / family. The Leopard 50 has more equal-sized cabins which is helpful for two- or three-generation trips. Talk to a 2Hulls expert about specific cabin configs.
Which is better value — Astrea 51 or Leopard 50? ▾
The Leopard 50 is the lower-priced option (starts around $7,000/week bareboat), with the Astrea 51 starting around $18,000/week. The price difference of ~$11,000/week is usually worth it if you specifically want family; otherwise the Leopard 50 gives you most of the experience.
Can the Astrea 51 and Leopard 50 charter in the same destinations? ▾
Astrea 51: Caribbean, Mediterranean, South Pacific, South East Asia, Atlantic & Offshore, Red Sea & Middle East. Leopard 50: Caribbean, Indian Ocean, South East Asia, South America & Galápagos. Where they overlap (often the Caribbean + Mediterranean), they're both well-supported by local charter fleets and you can usually get a checkout sail either way.
How many guests can each boat sleep? ▾
Astrea 51: 4 guest cabins + 2 crew cabin(s), sleeps up to 8 guests in standard charter config. Leopard 50: 5 guest cabins + 2 crew cabin(s), sleeps up to 10 guests. The Leopard 50 sleeps more; pick that one for larger groups.
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