It was only a couple of years ago, in late fall 2014, that Cobalt entered the pontoon boat market with what they call a “platform boat”. The Marker One models are described by the company as “a re-interpretation of the traditional pontoon boat”. Cobalt abandoned the traditional marine plywood deck, used by nearly every other pontoon manufacturer, in favour of a full fibreglass deck structure mated to three 27” diameter aluminum pontoon logs (standard).
Above the deck, you’d be hard pressed to imagine or even believe you’re on a pontoon boat. The fiberglass gunwale-like sides replace the usual aluminum fence or side panels found on other ‘toons. At the stern, the deck curves down to a unique swim platform, much like one you’d find on a mid-twenty foot runabout or bowrider. The swim platform is equipped with built-in boarding steps that drop below the deck to almost water level, and a built-in stainless ladder. Pop-up stainless cleats and grab handles are of the usual Cobalt quality and feel.
The ML4 model features three distinct seating areas. Two –facing lounges up front; the captain’s and companion seats behind their respective real-glass large windscreens; and an aft conversation area featuring the flip-fold seatback of the aft bench.
The Marker One helm station is all fiberglass with a flip up bolstger helm chair.
The companion seat lies just aft of the port side entry gate.
The swimplatform features built in stairs, ladder and a ski tow bar.
SPECIFICATIONS
Length: 24’ 10” / 7.57 m
Beam: 8’ 6” / 2.59 m
Number of Tubes: 3
Maximum HP: 300
Person Capacity: 12
Weight: 4,600 lbs. / 2,086 kg
Fuel Capacity: 55 gals / 208 L
MSRP: $84,652 with 200 Verado
For more information:
Cobalt Boats, LLC
1715 N 8th St
Neodesha, Kansas 66757 www.markerone.com
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