atlantic marine sun cruiser 690 review
Yacht · 23 ft (7 m) · Žaborić
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Key specs
- Builder
- atlantic marine
- Model
- sun cruiser 690
- Length
- 23 ft (7 m)
- Guests
- 7
- Cabins
- 1
Verdict
A compact coastal cruiser with a practical walkaround layout, a usable cabin and strong outboard power options. It suits day cruising and short overnights well, though finish, payload and seakeeping are more workboat-like than luxury-oriented.
Pros
- +Walkaround 23 ft layout with good deck use
- +Single cabin and berths for short overnighting
- +Outboard power up to 250 hp gives lively performance
- +Generous cockpit and foredeck sun lounging areas
Cons
- −Cabin is small for extended stays
- −Not suited to rough offshore use beyond its category
- −Fuel and load capacity are modest for longer trips
- −Value depends heavily on engine and equipment package
The Atlantic Marine Sun Cruiser 690 is a compact family cruiser built around a 7.05 m class hull, a 2.5 m beam and a simple open cruiser/cuddy arrangement. Public listings consistently show seating for seven, one cabin and a planing fiberglass hull, so the design is clearly aimed at flexible day boating with light overnight capability rather than full-time cruising.
On the water, the boat’s appeal is the ability to carry a relatively strong single outboard, with public sources showing maximum power around 250 hp. That should make it quick and responsive for its size, but the modest draft and coastal category point to a boat best used in sheltered to moderate conditions rather than exposed offshore passages.
Comfort is decent for a 23-footer: the cockpit is described as large, and the layout commonly includes a foredeck sunpad, table and basic cruising amenities. The cabin is functional rather than spacious, so it works for occasional nights aboard, but it is not a substitute for a larger cruiser with more headroom or storage.
Value is competitive if the boat is priced as a practical sport cruiser rather than a premium mini-yacht. Buyers should judge it on engine choice, equipment level and condition, because the base hull is straightforward and much of the ownership experience will depend on how the boat was specified and maintained.
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