
quicksilver activ 605 open-Test
Yacht · 19 ft (6 m) · Malinska
Expertenbewertung
Technische Daten
- Werft
- quicksilver
- Modell
- activ 605 open
- Länge
- 19 ft (6 m)
- Gäste
- 7
Urteil
A well-sized 19-foot family open boat with sensible proportions, good capacity for up to seven, and flexible outboard options up to 150 hp. It is not a luxury cruiser, but it offers a practical layout, easy handling, and solid value for day boating and coastal use.
Vorteile
- +Wide 2.40 m beam helps stability and cockpit space
- +Rated for 7 people, strong capacity for the size
- +Shallow draft suits bays, harbors, and coastal shallows
- +Up to 150 hp gives usable top-end performance
- +Integrated fuel tank and compact hull support day-trip range
Nachteile
- −Open layout offers limited weather protection
- −Minimal overnight capability with no real cabin
- −Comfort is practical rather than plush
- −Performance depends heavily on engine choice and load
- −Best suited to day use, not extended cruising
The Quicksilver Activ 605 Open is a compact open bowrider/day boat built around a practical layout and family-friendly proportions. At about 19 feet with a 2.40 m beam, it makes efficient use of space and carries up to seven people, which is strong for this size class. Its shallow draft and CE Category C rating point to a design aimed at sheltered coastal waters, lakes, and inland cruising.
On the water, the hull should feel approachable and easy to manage, especially with the common Mercury outboard choices in the 115 to 150 hp range. Public test data for similar setups suggests mid-30-knot performance at the top end and comfortable cruising in the mid-teens to low 20s, depending on load and engine. Handling is generally a strength: the 605 Open is the kind of boat that should be straightforward to launch, berth, and maneuver for less experienced owners.
Comfort and livability are adequate for a boat of this type, with seating and social space prioritized over accommodation. There is no meaningful cabin here, so it is best viewed as a day boat rather than an overnight cruiser. Value is one of its stronger points: it combines a useful capacity, practical construction, and broad engine compatibility without moving into the price or complexity of larger premium models.


