1975 Monark fishing boat

$63,900

DETAILS:

stock number:y283q0
location:Portland, OR
boat type:powerboat
propulsion type:power
length overall (LOA):30

DESCRIPTION:

1975 Monark 30 Commercial Workboat – Military-Built Aluminum Hull with Cummins QSL9 450HP Diesel, Raymarine Electronics, SI-TEX Radar, Hydraulic Pot Hauler & Dual-Axle Trailer

Built for the U.S. Navy and transformed into a fully equipped commercial utility vessel, this 1975 Monark 30 combines military-grade durability with modern upgrades—including a Cummins QSL9 450 HP diesel engine (62 hours), Raymarine electronics, SI-TEX radar, and a hydraulic pot hauler. It’s a turnkey platform for crabbing, fishing, or harbor work, and includes a dual-axle galvanized trailer.

HIGHLIGHTS:

Cummins QSL9 8.9L Turbo Diesel – 450 HP, only 62 hours

ZF Marine Transmission

Hydraulic Pot Hauler with Integrated Controls

Raymarine MFD, Sonar, VHF

SI-TEX Radar System

All-Welded Deep-V Aluminum Hull – Ex-military durability

Heavy Push Knees, Non-Skid Deck, Flush Deck Hatch

Enclosed Pilothouse with Sliding Side Doors

Dual-Axle Galvanized Trailer Included

PROPULSION & MECHANICAL:

Cummins QSL9 450 HP – 6-cylinder turbo diesel, keel-cooled

ZF marine transmission

Professional installation, clean bilge

Wet exhaust system with insulated lines

Racor fuel filters, dual battery bank, master shut-offs

62 total engine hours

ELECTRONICS & NAVIGATION:

Raymarine Multifunction Display with GPS and sonar

SI-TEX Radar System

Raymarine VHF Radio

Labeled circuit breaker panel at helm

Radar arch with mounted antenna and running lights

FISHING & DECK EQUIPMENT:

Hydraulic Pot Hauler – mounted forward on port side

Integrated controls at helm

Ideal for commercial crabbing or trap fishing

Large open working deck with ample tie-down space

Push knees forward for gear handling or pushing skiffs

Aluminum non-skid deck, flush hatch access to bilge

Commercial rub rails and deck hardware

PILOTHOUSE & HELM:

Fully enclosed with dual sliding doors

Captain’s seat with 360° visibility

Clean dash layout and wiring access

Room for additional seating or storage

TRAILER:

Triple-Axle galvanized trailer included

Adjustable bunks and winch post

Road-ready and solid

VERSATILE & RUGGED:

Perfect for commercial crabbing, research, utility, or sport fishing conversions

Originally U.S. Navy-owned, later university-operated

Clean title and ready for immediate use

MILITARY ROOTS. COMMERCIAL POWER. FULLY EQUIPPED.
This Monark 30 is a rare find—offering new diesel power, modern electronics, a hydraulic hauler system, and a work-ready deck on a proven aluminum hull. Built to serve and upgraded to perform, it's ready to be put to work or customized further.