Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Monark Marine FS 1601 DLX SC (Deluxe Side Console) 2005 vs Monark Marine Rogue 1686 2007 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Monark Marine FS 1601 DLX SC (Deluxe Side Console) 2005 vs Monark Marine Rogue 1686 2007 comparison sits squarely in the category of decisions where specs alone won't tell the whole story — intended use, storage, and long-term ownership costs all factor in.
Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 50 hp for the Monark Marine FS 1601 DLX SC (Deluxe Side Console) 2005 and 45 hp for the Monark Marine Rogue 1686 2007. Real-world performance will come down more to which motor is actually bolted on, its load at the time, and whether it's a 4-stroke or 2-stroke setup.
Both boats are rated for 5 passengers — a good fit for a family of four or five plus guests. Comfort at capacity is another matter; the longer hull typically means more seat options and better weight distribution.
Bottom line: The Monark Marine FS 1601 DLX SC (Deluxe Side Console) 2005 and Monark Marine Rogue 1686 2007 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
MakeMonark Marine
MakeMonark Marine
ModelFS 1601 DLX SC (Deluxe Side Console)
ModelRogue 1686
Model Year2005
Model Year2007
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam73 in. (185 cm)
Beam85 in. (216 cm)
Beam - Meters1.85
Beam - Meters2.16
Beam - Inches73
Beam - Inches85
Deadrise12℃
Deadrise4℃
Depth - Detail20 in. (51 cm)
Depth - Detail21 in.(53 cm)
Depth - Centimeters50.8
Depth - Centimeters53.34
Depth - Inches2
Depth - Inches21
Draft [drive up] - Detail10 in. (25 cm)
Draft [drive up] - Detail8 in. (20 cm)
Draft [drive up] meters0.25
Draft [drive up] meters0.2
Draft [drive up] inches1
Draft [drive up] inches8
Draft [max] - Detail21 in. (53 cm)
Draft [max] - Detail20 in. (51 cm)
Draft [max] - Meters0.53
Draft [max] - Meters0.51
Draft [max] - Inches21
Draft [max] - Inches2
Weight - Detail690 lbs. (313.0 kg)
Weight - Detail772 lbs. (353.2 kg) standard tiller steering 842 lbs. (373.8 kg) with optional console and helm seat
Weight - kg312.98
Weight - kg381.92
Weight - lbs.69
Weight - lbs.842
Width [transom] - Detail70 in. (178 cm)
Width [transom] - Detail85 in. (216 cm)
Height [transom]20 in. (51 cm)
Height [transom]20 in. (51 cm)
Length overall - Detail16 ft. 4 in. (5.0 m)
Length overall - Detail16 ft. 7 in. (5.1 m)
Length overall - Meters4.98
Length overall - Meters5.05
Length overall - Inches196
Length overall - Inches199
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Meters5.1
Length - Feetnot available
Length - Feet16
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches7
Body / Hull
Hull thickness0.100 in. (.254 cm)
Hull thickness0.1 in. (0.254 cm)
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialAluminum
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - DetailPortable
Fuel tank capacity - Detail19 gal. (71.9 l)
Engine max50 hp (37 kw)
Engine max45 hp (34 kW) standard tiller steering 100 hp (75 kW) with optional console
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters71.92
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal19
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Drive typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,170 lbs. (530.7 kg)
Maximum capacity1,400 lbs. (635 kg)
Maximum people5
Maximum people5 @ 675 lbs. (306.2 kg)
Trailer Info
Trailer - Length over all20 ft. 8 in. (6.3 m)
Trailer - Length over all21 ft. 10 in. (6.7 m)