Marquis Yachts 560 2010 boat specs
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Marquis Yachts 560 2010
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Marquis Yachts 600 2011 boat specs
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Marquis Yachts 560 2010 vs Marquis Yachts 600 2011 — A Close Look at Two Semi Displacements

When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Marquis Yachts 560 2010 and the Marquis Yachts 600 2011 are semi displacement designs with fiberglass construction — the buying decision usually comes down to a handful of practical questions: how many people are you putting on the water, how far do you trailer, and what does your tow vehicle weigh?

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Marquis Yachts 560 2010 at 57,4 ft versus Marquis Yachts 600 2011 at 59,7 ft. At 62 lbs and 64 lbs respectively, both sit in a similar weight class — either should pair comfortably with most mid-size SUVs and half-ton trucks, though always confirm your specific tow rating with the motor added.

The Marquis Yachts 560 2010 is rated for up to 16 people. Passenger data for the Marquis Yachts 600 2011 wasn't available.

Bottom line: The Marquis Yachts 600 2011 at 59,7 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Marquis Yachts 560 2010 at 57,4 ft wins on trailering ease, likely lower purchase price, and simpler docking — a solid choice for a buyer who wants more boat for less money.
General Boat Info
MakeMarquis Yachts
MakeMarquis Yachts
Model56
Model6
Model Year201
Model Year2011
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam16 ft. 0 in. (4.9 m)
Beam16 ft. 6 in. (5 m) with gunnel molding
Beam - Meters4.88
Beam - Meters5.03
Beam - Inches192
Beam - Inches198
Bridge clearance - Detail18 ft. 5 in. (5.61 m) waterline to arch
Bridge clearance - Detail22 ft. 11 in. (7 m) with arch
Bridge clearance - Meters5.61
Bridge clearance - Meters6.99
Bridge clearance - Inches221
Bridge clearance - Inches275
Draft [max] - Detail60 in. (1.5 m)
Draft [max] - Detail55 in. (1.4 m)
Draft [max] - Meters1.52
Draft [max] - Meters1.4
Draft [max] - Inches6
Draft [max] - Inches55
Weight - Detail62,000 lbs. (28,123 kg) with fuel and water
Weight - Detail32 T (29 t) with fuel and water
Weight - kg28122.7
Weight - kg29029.89
Weight - lbs.62
Weight - lbs.64
Length - Feet57.42
Length - Feet59.67
Length [over all with swim platform]57 ft. 5 in. (17.5 m) also includes gunnel molding
Length [over all with swim platform]59 ft. 8 in. (18.2 m)
Length overall - Detail54 ft. 0 in. (16.5 m) molded hull
Length overall - Detailnot available
Length overall - Meters16.46
Length overall - Metersnot available
Length overall - Inches648
Length overall - Inchesnot available
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeSemi Displacement
Hull typeSemi Displacement
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standardVolvo Penta® D9 EVC - 575 hp
Engine/s standardVolvo Penta® D12 EVC - 715 hp, with monitor panels
Fuel tank capacity - Detail836 gal. (3,165 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail800 gal. (3,028 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters3164.6
Fuel tank capacity - Liters3028.33
Fuel tank capacity - Gal836
Fuel tank capacity - Gal8
Fuel typeDiesel
Fuel typeDiesel
Drive typeInboard
Drive typeInboard
Operational Info
Headroom6 ft. 6 in. (2 m) cabin
Headroom7 ft. (2.1 m) cabin
Sleeping capacity6
Sleeping capacity6 (8 optional)
Water capacity200 gal. (757 l)
Water capacity200 gal. (757 l)
Water heater capacity20 gal. (76 l)
Water heater capacity20 gal. (76 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detail100 gal. (379 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detail80 gal. (300 l)
Holding tank capacity - Liters378.54
Holding tank capacity - Liters302.83
Holding tank capacity - Gal1
Holding tank capacity - Gal8

Marquis Yachts 560 2010 vs Marquis Yachts 600 2011 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Marquis Yachts 560 2010 or the Marquis Yachts 600 2011?
The Marquis Yachts 600 2011 is the longer of the two at 59,7 feet overall. The Marquis Yachts 560 2010 comes in at 57,4 feet, making it roughly 2,3 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer — the Marquis Yachts 560 2010 or the Marquis Yachts 600 2011?
For trailering, the Marquis Yachts 560 2010 has the edge at 62 lbs dry weight versus 64 lbs for the Marquis Yachts 600 2011. Add a motor (typically 300–500 lbs for an outboard in this class), gear, and a partial fuel load and the difference grows. Lighter is friendlier on smaller tow vehicles and on fuel economy while hauling.
How many passengers can the Marquis Yachts 560 2010 carry?
The Marquis Yachts 560 2010 has an official capacity rating of 16 people. Capacity data wasn't available for the other model in this comparison — verify directly with the dealer.
Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?
The Marquis Yachts 600 2011 measures 198" wide, compared to 192" for the Marquis Yachts 560 2010. The US standard-width towing limit is 8’6" (102") in most states — anything over that may need a wide-load permit. Confirm your specific route requirements with each state's DOT.
Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Marquis Yachts 560 2010 or the Marquis Yachts 600 2011?
The Marquis Yachts 560 2010 has the bigger tank at 836 gallons, versus 8 gallons on the Marquis Yachts 600 2011. That 828-gallon difference translates to roughly 2484–4140 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.
Are the Marquis Yachts 560 2010 and Marquis Yachts 600 2011 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Marquis Yachts 560 2010 and the Marquis Yachts 600 2011 are built by Marquis Yachts. That means shared dealer networks, common parts availability, and consistent build quality across the line. The choice between them is essentially a question of how much boat you need, not which brand you trust.