1984 MonArk 16-SV

This classic 16-foot MonArk has the sturdy, wide-beam feel that older aluminum rigs are known for, giving you a stable platform whether you’re casting from the bow or working lines at the stern. The side-console layout opens up the cockpit, so there’s plenty of room to move around, stash gear, or add your own seating arrangement. High sides give a reassuring sense of security when the chop kicks up, and the shallow draft lets you nose into skinny water where bigger glass boats hesitate. It’s a simple, no-frills hull—easy to wire, easy to customize, and light enough that launching and loading solo doesn’t turn into a workout.

A 16-foot aluminum MonArk like this is right at home on the mixed waters around you—small enough for narrow creeks and electric-only lakes, yet confident on larger reservoirs when the wind comes up. Its modest length and weight make it easy to tow with a mid-size vehicle and simple to tuck into most driveways or standard storage units. The open interior is ideal for local anglers who switch between chasing crappie in brush piles, working shorelines for bass, or soaking bait for catfish after dark. It’s a practical, economical platform tailored to the everyday conditions you’re likely to face close to home.