Marquis Yachts 600 2012 boat specs
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Marquis Yachts 600 2012
2012
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Marquis Yachts 690 2010 boat specs
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Marquis Yachts 690 2010
2010
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Marquis Yachts 600 2012 vs Marquis Yachts 690 2010 — Which Semi Displacement Fits Your Needs?

When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Marquis Yachts 600 2012 and the Marquis Yachts 690 2010 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?

Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Marquis Yachts 690 2010 measures 70,0 feet overall (2010), giving it roughly 10,4 additional feet of deck space compared to the Marquis Yachts 600 2012 at 59,7 feet (2012). At 64 lbs and 94 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.

Bottom line: The Marquis Yachts 690 2010 at 70,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Marquis Yachts 600 2012 at 59,7 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
Model6
Model69
Model Year2012
Model Year201
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam16 ft. 6 in. (5 m) with gunnel molding
Beam18 ft. 0 in. (5.5 m) with gunnel molding
Beam - Meters5.03
Beam - Meters5.49
Beam - Inches198
Beam - Inches216
Bridge clearance - Detail22 ft. 11 in. (7 m) with arch
Bridge clearance - Detail24 ft. 5 in. (7.4 m) with arch
Bridge clearance - Meters6.99
Bridge clearance - Meters7.44
Bridge clearance - Inches275
Bridge clearance - Inches293
Draft [max] - Detail55 in. (1.4 m)
Draft [max] - Detail5 ft. 4 in. (1.6 m)
Draft [max] - Meters1.4
Draft [max] - Meters1.63
Draft [max] - Inches55
Draft [max] - Inches64
Weight - Detail32 T (29 t) with fuel and water
Weight - Detail47 T (43 t) with fuel and water
Weight - kg29029.89
Weight - kg42637.65
Weight - lbs.64
Weight - lbs.94
Length - Feet59.67
Length - Feet70.04
Length [over all with swim platform]59 ft. 8 in. (18.2 m)
Length [over all with swim platform]70 ft. 0.5 in. (21.3 m) also includes gunnel molding
Length overall - Detailnot available
Length overall - Detail65 ft. 10 in. (20 m) molded hull
Length overall - Metersnot available
Length overall - Meters20.07
Length overall - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Inches79
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeSemi Displacement
Hull typeSemi Displacement
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standardVolvo Penta® D12 EVC - 715 hp, with monitor panels
Engine/s standardCAT® C18 - 1,015 hp
Fuel tank capacity - Detail800 gal. (3,028 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail1,200 gal. (4,542 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters3028.33
Fuel tank capacity - Liters4542.49
Fuel tank capacity - Gal8
Fuel tank capacity - Gal12
Fuel typeDiesel
Fuel typeDiesel
Drive typeInboard
Drive typeInboard
Operational Info
Headroom7 ft. (2.1 m) cabin
Headroom6 ft. 8 in. (2 m) cabin
Sleeping capacity6 (8 optional)
Sleeping capacity6
Water capacity200 gal. (757 l)
Water capacity200 gal. (757 l)
Water heater capacity20 gal. (76 l)
Water heater capacity(2) 16 gal. (60.5 l) each
Holding tank capacity - Detail80 gal. (300 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detail153 gal. (580 l)
Holding tank capacity - Liters302.83
Holding tank capacity - Liters579.17
Holding tank capacity - Gal8
Holding tank capacity - Gal153

Marquis Yachts 600 2012 vs Marquis Yachts 690 2010 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Marquis Yachts 600 2012 or the Marquis Yachts 690 2010?
The Marquis Yachts 690 2010 is the longer of the two at 70,0 feet overall. The Marquis Yachts 600 2012 comes in at 59,7 feet, making it roughly 10,4 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer — the Marquis Yachts 600 2012 or the Marquis Yachts 690 2010?
For trailering, the Marquis Yachts 600 2012 has the edge at 64 lbs dry weight versus 94 lbs for the Marquis Yachts 690 2010. 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 690 2010 carry?
The Marquis Yachts 690 2010 has an official capacity rating of 20 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 690 2010 measures 216" wide, compared to 198" for the Marquis Yachts 600 2012. 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 600 2012 or the Marquis Yachts 690 2010?
The Marquis Yachts 690 2010 has the bigger tank at 12 gallons, versus 8 gallons on the Marquis Yachts 600 2012. That 4-gallon difference translates to roughly 12–20 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.
Are the Marquis Yachts 600 2012 and Marquis Yachts 690 2010 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Marquis Yachts 600 2012 and the Marquis Yachts 690 2010 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.