Black Marlin 6500 Platinum Hardtop series, Cuddy Cab

6500 Platinum Hardtop Series - Offshore / Light Game Fishing Weapon

$150,000

This custom-built 6500 Platinum Hardtop Series has been meticulously set up for serious offshore and overnight fishing. Designed with safety, reliability, and fishability in mind, this vessel comfortably handles moderate to rough conditions while still cruising efficiently at 20-25 knots in 15-20 knot winds.

Built and upgraded by an experienced offshore fisherman, the boat features premium Garmin electronics, extensive battery systems, quality safety upgrades, and thoughtful fishing additions throughout. Ideal for offshore, solo trips, overnight fishing, and light game applications.

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Vessel Overview

o Length: 6.5m
o Beam: 2.45m
o Hull: 5mm 5083 alloy bottom
o Sides/Sub Floor/Deck: 4mm 5083 alloy
o Fully welded self-draining deck
o Hardtop cabin with increased height for taller anglers
o One-piece curved toughened glass windscreen
o Sliding side windows
o High bow rails and cabin handrails for additional offshore safety
o 430L underfloor fuel tank

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Engine & Performance

o 250HP Suzuki XL 4-Stroke
o Professionally fitted by Suzuki Marine Cleveland
o Hydraulic steering
o Excellent offshore performance and fuel efficiency
o Cruises comfortably at 20-25 knots in rougher conditions

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Garmin Electronics Package

A premium electronics setup designed for serious offshore fishing and navigation:

o Twin Garmin MAP 8410 displays
o Garmin GHC20 Autopilot
o Garmin GMR Fantom Radar
o Bird detection capability
o Long-range vessel detection
o Airmar TM265LHW transducer
o Garmin GT51 transducer
o Garmin VHF radio
o Fusion MSRA60 stereo with 6.5" speakers
o Zipwake trim tabs with automatic or manual modes

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Fishing Features

Set up specifically for offshore and overnight fishing:

o Lone Star drum winch
o Helm controls
o Two wireless remotes
o Underfloor kill tank with bung
o Live bait tank with pump and curved body design
o Multiple rod holder configurations
o Vertical deep-drop rod holders both sides
o Reelax 5.5m carbon fibre outriggers
o Reelax adjustable outrigger bases
o Outriggers have never been used
o Shurflo Pro Blaster II deck wash system
o Hand wash basin with freshwater supply
o Extended shaft Riptide Minn Kota for rougher offshore conditions
o Twin automatic bilge pumps

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Battery & Electrical System

An extremely well-thought-out electrical setup for reliability offshore:

Minn Kota System

o Dedicated 120Ah lithium battery
o Isolator switch
o Dedicated charger

Starting System

o Dual battery configuration
o Separate start battery
o Reserve battery
o VSR charging system

Electronics System

o Twin 140Ah AGM batteries
o Independent VSR charging system

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Safety Equipment

Boat comes fitted with up-to-date safety gear, all in excellent condition:

o EPIRB
o Flares
o Fire extinguishers
o Life jackets

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Trailer

6500 Heavy Duty Trailer - 3200kg GVM

o 3200kg H/D trailer
o Hydrastar electric brakes
o 6-stud LandCruiser hubs
o 15" alloy wheels
o All-terrain tyres
o Easy drive-on design requiring minimal winch effort

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Additional Information

This boat has been exceptionally well planned and maintained, with a strong focus on offshore capability, solo fishing practicality, safety, and reliability. A genuine turn-key setup for someone chasing a premium offshore plate boat without the wait of a new custom build.

Motor and electronics professionally fitted by Suzuki Marine Cleveland

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