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2025 Starcraft Fishmaster 196

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Overview
The Ultimate Big Water Boat. With a wide beam, deep interior, large fuel capacity and high maximum horsepower, Fishmaster aluminum fishing boats give you the safety and control you need in the roughest conditions. Add top-of-the-line features, and you’ve got a fishing boat that lets you truly catch the spirit of the open water.
With its deep-V Power-Trac Hull, massive freeboard and wide, flaring bow to keep spray out of the boat, the Starcraft Fishmaster 196 aluminum fishing boat is the big-water angler's choice. Whether your prefer trolling or to stop and cast, this fishing boat offers unmatched big-water versatility.

 

Specifications
Model
Fishmaster
Category Name
Boat
Year
2025
Sale Type
New
Manufacturer
Starcraft
Beam
100 in
Depth
49 "
Length
19'9"
Dry Weight
1785 lbs
Max Persons
9 / 1250 lbs
Fuel Capacity
48 gal
Interior Depth
31 in
Max Horsepower
200 hp
Transom Height
25 in
Number Of Seats
4
Deadrise At Transom
19deg
standard features

ELECTRICAL

  • Courtesy Lights

DASH/CONSOLE

  • AM/FM Stereo w/ Bluetooth, Auxiliary Port for MP3 player
  • Circuit Breakers
  • Fuel Gauge
  • Volt Meter
  • Speedometer
  • Tachometer

MISCELLANEOUS

  • Cupholders (2)
  • Full Vinyl Cockpit and Casting Platform
  • Power Point
  • Cleats (4)
  • Under Console Storage

STEERING

  • Hydraulic Tilt Steering

COCKPIT

  • Full Vinly Cockpit
  • Full Wrap Around Windshield

HULL CONSTRUCTION

  • Twice Baked Urethane Paint
  • Double Riveted Chine & Transom Seams
  • Torsion Beam Construction
  • Power Trac Hull
  • Lifetime Warranty on all Double Riveted Seams
  • Limited Lifetime Warranty
  • Pressure Treated Floor/ Deck
  • Full Length Splash Pan

SEATING

  • 5 Seat Bases
  • 4 Fishing Seats
  • Convertible Rear Seating

STORAGE

  • In-Floor Storage

FUEL TANK

  • 52 Gallon Built-In Fuel Tank
optional features

FLOOR/CARPET

  • Snap-in Carpet

DASH/CONSOLE

  • Depth Gauge
  • Sonar Unit

MISCELLANEOUS

  • Infinity PRV350 Stereo (Sirius Ready)
  • Snap-in Carpet
  • Kicker Engine Pre-Rig
  • Fuel/Water Separator
  • Battery Charger
  • Deck Mounted Aluminum Tracks w/ Plastic Step Pads (60” & 24”)
  • Kicker Bracket

CANVAS

  • Trailable Ratchet Cover
  • Snap on Cover
  • Full Enclosure (Side, Walk-Through, Aft, & Bow Curtains)

TROLLING MOTOR

  • 12/24 Volt Trolling Motor

DECK AMENITIES

  • Additional Premium Fishing Seat
  • Passenger Side High Back Helm
  • High Back Helm Chair
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  • 2 - 2” Riser/Cradles
  • 2 - 6" Riser/Cradles

Bert’s Custom Tackle Angler Cradle Package

  • Tool Holder
  • Cup Holder
  • 4 Tube Rod Holders

Bert’s Custom Tackle Angler Cradle Package

  • Tool Holder
  • Cup Holder
  • 2 – 2” Riser/Cradles
  • 2 – 6” Riser/Cradles
  • 2 – 10” Riser/Cradles

Bert’s Custom Tackle Pro Package

  • Tool Holder
  • Cup Holder
  • 2 – Rod Trees
  • 2 - Rod Holder Tubes
  • 2 – 2” Riser/Cradles
  • 2 – 6” Riser/Cradles
  • 2 – 10” Riser/Cradles

Bert’s Custom Tackle Big Water Package

  • 2 – Rod Trees
  • 6 – Rod Holder Tubes
  • 2 – Swivel Mount Bases
  • 2 – Tool Holders
  • 2 – Weight Mates

Bert’s Custom Tackle Downrigger Package

  • 2 – 4” Electric Downriggers
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