Quintrex revamps complete Yellowfin range

Australian most-searched boat on our websites, Quintrex has relaunched its new 2016 range of Yellowfin offshore plate boats with striking new designs and identities.

As we reported in our previous hot news item on the new Yellowfin range, there are eight new models: 5800, 6200, 6700 and 7400, all available with a hard or soft top.

Quintrex says each boat is so tough it now comes complete with its own 'body armour’ — a reference to their thick plate alloy hulls.

The 6200, 6700 and 7400 feature 6mm plate bottom sheets, and there is 5mm for the Yellowfin 5800 we tested here. Each Yellowfin model is said to be built strong for ultimate protection from the elements.

A completely new hull design, including a variable deadrise to 19 degrees at the transom and 1.2m freeboard, has been launched by Quintrex to give the Yellowfin boats "the ability to tackle the toughest of conditions."

TOUGH SELF-DRAINING HULLS
Construction-wise, the Yellowfin range features a fully welded checker-plate floor with box-section floor frame offering extra strength.

The ‘Marine Core’ construction develops its strength from within with a sub-frame rib structure of longitudinal and latitudinal ribs made of 6mm vertical stringers and 5mm horizontal ribs.

The self-draining floor features a no-return scupper drainage system designed for peace of mind when fishing in rough weather.

A rear catchment area guides water out to a lower chamber to drain out through the scupper system so you no longer need to rely on a bilge pump, Quintrex says.

The newly designed full transom extends the waterline length, giving more lift and stability and buoyancy, while the new transom design also allows for larger outboards.

The Evinrude G2 sits further back on the transom, which frees up space on the duckboard with plenty of room to move about and easy access to berley bucket.

The Yellowfin range features basic floatation and is constructed with fuel and oil resistant EPE foam for durability, we're told.

PRETTY IN PLATE ALLOY
As well as the upgrades to the construction, the new models have received a face-lift for a modern look complete with new YF decals, stripe design and updated logo.

The colour range available on the new models is metallic grey, navy blue, burgundy, black and white, available as an all-over colour.

FISHING FEATURES
The new Yellowfins are fully equipped for tackling big fish with features such as: 16 rod holders, berley bucket, 110lt kill tank and new live bait tank complete with viewing window and external pick-up.

Other new features include: water deflectors on the side deck at cabin wings, fully welded alloy anchor well and new deck wash.

The new cabin layout features large cabin bunks ranging from 1.7 to 2 metres which are complete with roto-tub storage and a hardened-glass cabin hatch all adding a little comfort to overnight fishing trips.

All models feature a new bow sprit and a ‘Catch N Release’ mechanism for trailers as standard for easy boat retrieval.

The all-new hard top cabin design features a ‘Storm Shield’ hardened 6mm glass windscreen, sliding side windows with front opening and pantograph windscreen wipers as standard.

Specifically built for offshore conditions, the new hard top design also features a grab rail on the roof, 5 ‘Reel Easy’ rod holders and a dash decked out with drink holders and fiddle rail.

All models can be optioned up and personalised with features such as: drum winch, LED light kit, esky and storage seat options and a cabin bunk infill.

MARKET APPROVAL
Quintrex National Account Manager Cameron Wood said he is expecting exceptional sales on the new Yellowfin range.

"The new look and features make Yellowfin top of its class amongst competitor brands and I am confident sales will sky rocket after the release of the new models.

"There is so much excitement about the new range amongst our Quintrex dealer network, Yellowfin will definitely be a big player at this years boat shows.

"With such an awesome design I can guarantee once you own a Yellowfin all your mates will want one," Wood said.

You can see some decent footage in this infomercial...

The complete Yellowfin range is available at all Quintrex dealership. More information at http://www.quintrex.com.au.