Marquis Yachts 720 Fly Bridge 2010 vs Marquis Yachts 720 Tri-Deck 2012 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Marquis Yachts 720 Fly Bridge 2010 or the Marquis Yachts 720 Tri-Deck 2012?

The Marquis Yachts 720 Tri-Deck 2012 is the longer of the two at 72,1 feet overall. The Marquis Yachts 720 Fly Bridge 2010 comes in at 72,1 feet, making it roughly 0,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Marquis Yachts 720 Fly Bridge 2010 or the Marquis Yachts 720 Tri-Deck 2012?

For trailering, the Marquis Yachts 720 Fly Bridge 2010 has the edge at 12 lbs dry weight versus 1 202 lbs for the Marquis Yachts 720 Tri-Deck 2012. 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.

Q: How many passengers can the Marquis Yachts 720 Fly Bridge 2010 carry?

The Marquis Yachts 720 Fly Bridge 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.

Q: Do these boats require an oversize trailer permit to tow on US highways?

Both the Marquis Yachts 720 Fly Bridge 2010 and Marquis Yachts 720 Tri-Deck 2012 share an 18 ft. 4 in. (5.5 m) with gunnel molding beam — meaning both sit right at the 8’6" threshold that most US states use for standard-width loads. In most states you can tow at that width without a special permit, but regulations vary. Always check the rules for your state and any states you'll be passing through before your first long haul.

Q: How do the fuel tanks compare on the Marquis Yachts 720 Fly Bridge 2010 and Marquis Yachts 720 Tri-Deck 2012?

Both boats carry similar fuel loads — 13 gallons and 13 gallons respectively. Range will depend heavily on motor choice, throttle usage, and whether you're on flat lake water or coastal chop.

Q: Are the Marquis Yachts 720 Fly Bridge 2010 and Marquis Yachts 720 Tri-Deck 2012 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Marquis Yachts 720 Fly Bridge 2010 and the Marquis Yachts 720 Tri-Deck 2012 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.

Boat Comparison

Marquis Yachts 720 Fly Bridge 2010 vs Marquis Yachts 720 Tri-Deck 2012

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Marquis Yachts 720 Fly Bridge 2010

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Marquis Yachts 720 Fly Bridge 2010 vs Marquis Yachts 720 Tri-Deck 2012 — A Close Look at Two Semi Displacements

When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Marquis Yachts 720 Fly Bridge 2010 and the Marquis Yachts 720 Tri-Deck 2012 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 720 Fly Bridge 2010 at 72,1 ft versus Marquis Yachts 720 Tri-Deck 2012 at 72,1 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Marquis Yachts 720 Tri-Deck 2012 tips the scales at 1 202 lbs — 1 190 lbs less than the Marquis Yachts 720 Fly Bridge 2010 at 12 lbs. That difference is meaningful if you're working within a half-ton or three-quarter-ton truck's tow rating, especially once you factor in a motor, gear, and fuel.

The Marquis Yachts 720 Fly Bridge 2010 is rated for up to 20 people. Passenger data for the Marquis Yachts 720 Tri-Deck 2012 wasn't available.

Bottom line: The Marquis Yachts 720 Fly Bridge 2010 and Marquis Yachts 720 Tri-Deck 2012 are closely matched on the specs that matter most. Test-ride both on the water you actually use, check current dealer pricing, and factor in long-term service access before you sign.

General Boat Info

MakeMarquis Yachts

Model720 Fly Bridge

Model720 Tri-Deck

Model Year201

Model Year2012

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam18 ft. 4 in. (5.5 m) with gunnel molding

Beam18 ft. 4 in. (4.7 m) with gunnel molding

Beam - Meters5.59

Beam - Inches22

Bridge clearance - Detail23 ft. 9 in. (7.2 m) with arch

Bridge clearance - Detail24 ft. 5 in. (7.4 m) with arch

Bridge clearance - Meters7.24

Bridge clearance - Meters7.44

Bridge clearance - Inches285

Bridge clearance - Inches293

Draft [max] - Detail4 ft. 11 in. (1.5 m)

Draft [max] - Detail5 ft. 3 in. (1.6 m)

Draft [max] - Meters1.5

Draft [max] - Meters1.6

Draft [max] - Inches59

Draft [max] - Inches63

Weight - Detail60 T (54.4 t) with fuel, water and engines

Weight - Detail60.1 T (54.5 t) with fuel, water and engines

Weight - kg54431.04

Weight - kg54521.76

Weight - lbs.12

Weight - lbs.1202

Length - Feet72.08

Length [over all with swim platform]72 ft. 1 in. (22 m) also includes gunnel molding

Length [over all with swim platform]72 ft. 1 in. (22 m)

Length overall - Detail67 ft. 7 in. (20.6 m) molded hull

Length overall - Detailnot available

Length overall - Meters20.6

Length overall - Metersnot available

Length overall - Inches811

Length overall - Inchesnot available

Body / Hull

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull typeSemi Displacement

Engine and Drivetrain

Engine/s standardMTU® 10V2000 - 1,360 hp

Fuel tank capacity - Detail1,300 gal. (4,921 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters4921.03

Fuel tank capacity - Gal13

Fuel typeDiesel

Drive typeInboard

Operational Info

Headroom6 ft. 8 in. (2 m) cabin

Water capacity200 gal. (757 l)

Water heater capacity(2) 16 gal. (60 l) each

Holding tank capacity - Detail153 gal. (580 l)

Holding tank capacity - Liters579.17

Holding tank capacity - Gal153

Marquis Yachts 720 Fly Bridge 2010 vs Marquis Yachts 720 Tri-Deck 2012 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Marquis Yachts 720 Fly Bridge 2010 or the Marquis Yachts 720 Tri-Deck 2012?

The Marquis Yachts 720 Tri-Deck 2012 is the longer of the two at 72,1 feet overall. The Marquis Yachts 720 Fly Bridge 2010 comes in at 72,1 feet, making it roughly 0,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which is easier to trailer — the Marquis Yachts 720 Fly Bridge 2010 or the Marquis Yachts 720 Tri-Deck 2012?

For trailering, the Marquis Yachts 720 Fly Bridge 2010 has the edge at 12 lbs dry weight versus 1 202 lbs for the Marquis Yachts 720 Tri-Deck 2012. 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 720 Fly Bridge 2010 carry?

The Marquis Yachts 720 Fly Bridge 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.

Do these boats require an oversize trailer permit to tow on US highways?

Both the Marquis Yachts 720 Fly Bridge 2010 and Marquis Yachts 720 Tri-Deck 2012 share an 18 ft. 4 in. (5.5 m) with gunnel molding beam — meaning both sit right at the 8’6" threshold that most US states use for standard-width loads. In most states you can tow at that width without a special permit, but regulations vary. Always check the rules for your state and any states you'll be passing through before your first long haul.

How do the fuel tanks compare on the Marquis Yachts 720 Fly Bridge 2010 and Marquis Yachts 720 Tri-Deck 2012?

Both boats carry similar fuel loads — 13 gallons and 13 gallons respectively. Range will depend heavily on motor choice, throttle usage, and whether you're on flat lake water or coastal chop.

Are the Marquis Yachts 720 Fly Bridge 2010 and Marquis Yachts 720 Tri-Deck 2012 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Marquis Yachts 720 Fly Bridge 2010 and the Marquis Yachts 720 Tri-Deck 2012 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.

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