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Our test boat came with an upgrade to a Mercury 150-hp Pro XS FourStroke. ## Test Results | RPM | MPH | Knots | GPH | MPG | NMPG | SM | NM | dBa | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | 600 | 2.6 | 2.3 | 0.4 | 6.5 | 5.7 | 532 | 462.9 | 54 | | 1000 | 4.1 | 3.6 | 0.7 | 5.9 | 5.1 | 480 | 417.1 | 62 | | 1500 | 5.9 | 5.1 | 1.2 | 5.1 | 4.4 | 417 | 362.3 | 69 | | 2000 | 6.9 | 6 | 1.7 | 4 | 3.5 | 330 | 287 | 66 | | 2500 | 8.1 | 7 | 2.7 | 3 | 2.6 | 244 | 212.3 | 70 | | 3000 | 9.6 | 8.3 | 3.8 | 2.5 | 2.2 | 209 | 181.4 | 75 | | 3500 | 13.9 | 12.1 | 5.3 | 2.6 | 2.3 | 215 | 186.8 | 82 | | 4000 | 22 | 19.1 | 6 | 3.7 | 3.2 | 303 | 263.3 | 85 | | 4500 | 27.3 | 23.7 | 7.6 | 3.6 | 3.1 | 294 | 255.4 | 86 | | 5000 | 31.1 | 27 | 9.4 | 3.3 | 2.9 | 272 | 236.5 | 84 | | 5500 | 33.5 | 29.1 | 11.2 | 3 | 2.6 | 246 | 214 | 85 | | 6000 | 39.1 | 34 | 14.1 | 2.8 | 2.4 | 227 | 197.5 | 88 | [View the test results in metric units](#) ![](/sites/default/files/mako_214cc_chart.jpg) ## Specifications | Length Overall | 21' 5'' 6.53 m | |---|---| | Beam | 8' 6'' 2.59 m | | Dry Weight | 3,735 lbs. 1,694 kg | | Tested Weight | 4,698 lbs. 2,131 kg | | Draft | 14'' 0.35 m | | Deadrise/Transom | 18-deg. | | Bridge Clearance | 11' 2" 3.40 m | | Weight Capacity | 1,700 lbs. 771 kg | | Person Capacity | 10 | | Fuel Capacity | 91 gal. 344 L | | Total Weight | 4,698 lbs. 2,131 kg | ## Acceleration Times & Conditions | Time to Plane | 3.6 sec. | |---|---| | 0 to 30 | 18.1 sec. | | Props | 15 x 15 Enertia | | Load | 3 persons, 3/4 fuel, no water, 50 lbs. of gear | | Climate | 85 deg., 78 humid; wind: 15-20 mph; seas: <1 | ## Engine Options | Tested Engine | | |---|---| | Std. Power | 1 x 150-hp Mercury FourStroke XL | | Opt. Power | 1 x 200-hp Mercury FourStroke XL 1 x 200-hp Mercury FourStroke XL Warm Fusion White 1 x 225-hp Mercury FourStroke XL 1 x 225-hp Mercury FourStroke XL Warm Fusion White 1 x 250-hp Mercury FourStroke XL Warm Fusion White 1 x 150-hp Mercury Pro XS FourStroke XL 1 x 200-hp Mercury Pro XS FourStroke XL 1 x 250-hp Mercury Pro XS FourStroke XL | ## ezstandalone.cmd.push(function() { ezstandalone.showAds(103); });### **By Capt. Nick Martinez** ![](/sites/default/files/mako%20214.jpg) The versatile 214 CC is built for safety and comfort, riding on MAKO’s unique moderate V hull. ## **Mission** The versatile 214 CC is built for safety and comfort, with MAKO’s V-hull, which is meant to cut through chop and throw down spray with its reverse chines, resulting in a smooth, dry, and secure ride. MAKO’s 214 CC is a compact offshore center console primarily outfitted for fishing trips or suited for a day trip with the family. ## **Design** ![Lay out](/sites/default/files/layout%201.jpg) The layout of the MAKO 214 CC is designed to balance storage and maneuvering space. ![Layout 2](/sites/default/files/layout%202.jpg) There is room to store gear below seats and in-deck lockers.MAKO manufactures 11 offshore center console models between 18’4” (5.58 m) and 41' (12.49 m). All of the offshore boats use a variation of MAKO’s ‘dry-riding’ hull with lifting strakes. The 214 CC hull has an 18-degree deadrise at the transom with aggressive reverse chines and recesses for the boat’s electric trim tabs. While MAKO claims this to be a deep-V hull, BoatTEST standards require 20-degrees or greater in deadrise at the transom for a hull to be designated as a deep-V. ![hull](/sites/default/files/mako_214cc_hull.jpg) Aggressive reverse chines deflect water out and down for a dry ride. ![Trim tabs](/sites/default/files/trim%20tabs.jpg) Electric trim tabs are recessed into the hull.## **Construction** ![NMMA](/sites/default/files/Nmma.jpg) MAKOs are built in the Miami, Oklahoma factory to ABYC standards and are NMMA certified. ![Construction](/sites/default/files/construction%203.jpg) The one-piece stringer grid system is inserted and chemically bonded into the hull to provide strength and rigidity.The composite hulls are made in female (open) molds sprayed with Gelcoat followed by a chop-gun fiberglass layer. Additional layers are hand-laid and resin-infused. ![](/sites/default/files/construction%204.jpg) After the stringer grid is installed, closed-cell foam is injected to satisfy USCG flotation requirements and to act as a sound and vibration damper.All MAKOs are made with a heavy-duty fiberglass encapsulated transom with 2” (5.08 cm) high-density core. Their hull and deck joints are chemically sealed and bonded, mechanically fastened every 6” (15.24cm) with 316 stainless steel fasteners. Every MAKO is backed by their limited 5-year stem to stern and 3-year Gelcoat warranty and provisions for transfer to the second owner. ## **Boat Inspection** ### **Bow** ![Anchor pocket](/sites/default/files/bow%20anchor.jpg) The anchor locker provides quick and easy access to its Danforth-style anchor. There are five 6" (15.24 cm) polished marine-grade stainless steel cleats located around the boat, including this bow cleat for securing the anchor rode. ![Forward cushions](/sites/default/files/forward%20cushions.jpg) The forward cushions are removable.The MAKO 214CC comes with low profile brushed anodized aluminum bow rails that run to about midships. There are also gunwale-mounted rod holders, one on each side of the boat. The bow seating has facing bench seats with backrest bolsters. This kind of V-seating arrangement is common on fishing boats such as this, going from 2” (0.68 M) at the bow to 11” (0.27 M) of legroom between the seats further aft. The 214CC is designed with adequate walking and seating space. Under the removable cushioned seats on either side of the boat are sealed storage compartments that can also be used as ice chests for the day’s catch. ![Forward storage](/sites/default/files/forward%20storage.jpg) Port and starboard forward seats have 108-quart (102.21 L) insulated storage below with gravity overboard drainage. The gasketed covers are supported by gas-assisted struts for easy access. ![Forward in deck storage](/sites/default/files/deck%20storage.jpg) Forward there is a 210-quart (199 L) in-deck storage which can fit a 5-gal. (19 L) bucket. ![](/sites/default/files/gravity%20drain%20plugs.jpg) All hatch perimeters have gutters and drains which lead to the bilge. ![Removable back rest](/sites/default/files/Removable%20back%20rest.jpg) The forward bench seats come with removable backrests that mount into rod holders for conversion to loungers.A padded bolster runs around the boat’s gunwale. There is a non-skid surface on walking flats, foredeck, gunwale tops, sole, stern platform, and hatch covers. ![Removable back rests](/sites/default/files/Removable%20forward%20cooler.jpg) The MAKO 214 CC comes with a removable forward-console seat over a 72-quart (68 L) insulated cooler.### **Helm** ![Windscreen](/sites/default/files/windscreen.jpg) The center console comes with an acrylic windscreen and canvas T-top. ![Steering wheel](/sites/default/files/Steering%20wheel.jpg) The helm has an anodized aluminum steering wheel with knob. A tilt base and hydraulic steering are options.The helm of the 214 CC is uncluttered, and all rocker switches and controls are easily accessible. The newest feature on the 2020 version of the 214 is the Mercury SmartCraft digital gauges. The Fusion stereo control head powers four Kicker speakers located throughout the boat. The Ritchie voyager compass is mounted flush to the left side of the console, in-line with the wheel. There is a full-width footrest on the console. ![Electronics space](/sites/default/files/electronics%20space.jpg) There is storage space on top of the console and enough dash space for mounting electronics. ![Fusion radio](/sites/default/files/fusion%20radio.jpg) The MAKO 214 CC comes with a Fusion RA70 stereo that can be used with Bluetooth or USB/aux inputs. ![Glove compartment](/sites/default/files/Glove%20compartment.jpg) The lockable glove compartment is great for storing personal items underway. ![Top storage](/sites/default/files/top%20storage.jpg) An overhead sealed and lockable E-box compartment adds more storage space and access to electrical wiring. ![Leaning post](/sites/default/files/helm%20seat-back%20bolster.jpg) The MAKO 214 CC has an anodized aluminum leaning post with a bench seat, which flips up to create a bolster to accommodate stand-up steering.There is room under the standard leaning post for a cooler. MAKO offers an optional fiberglass baitwell/leaning post with 1,100 gph (4,163.95 lph) pump ($565). The same baitwell/leaning post with a backrest is a ($1,250) option. Add optional outriggers ($1,900) and optional 6-gallon (23 L) freshwater washdown system and this boat is tricked out for fishing. ![Rod holders](/sites/default/files/rod%20holders%202.jpg) Port and starboard bulwarks store three rods each, up to 7' (2.13 m) long. ![Rod holders](/sites/default/files/Leaning%20post.jpg) In the back of the leaning post are four stainless steel rod holders. ![Canvas top rod holders](/sites/default/files/canvas%20top%20rod%20holders.jpg) There are four more rocket launcher-style rod holders on the optional canvas top, along with optional aft-facing LED spreader lights.MAKO offers some optional lighting packages for the 214 CC such as a head portlight ($195), aft spreader lights ($195), along with one Shadow-Caster SCM-10 Bimini blue underwater light, mounted in the center of the transom ($465), or two Shadow-Caster SCM-10 Bimini blue underwater transom lights, one on both port and starboard sides of the transom ($1,250). ![Interior cleat](/sites/default/files/interior%20cleat.jpg) Stainless steel hawseholes are leading **to cleats under the gunwale on either side of the boat to keep fishing lines from getting caught. ![Head compartment- fuse switches](/sites/default/files/head%20compartment-fuse%20switches.jpg) **Inside the center console is storage and an electrical panel with manual reset circuit breakers and illuminated switches. There is room in the console for an optional Porta-Potti.**### ****Stern** ![Fold down stern seat](/sites/default/files/stern%20folded%20down%20seat.jpg) **The center backrest of the stern seating folds down for easier access to the swim platform and engine.**In the stern, the transom accommodates a wide bench whose center- section backrest folds forward to accommodate pulling up the engine. Storage below the bench houses a livewell to port and dual batteries to starboard. ![Stern seating](/sites/default/files/stern%20storage.jpg) **MAKO 214 CC offers stern bench seating with storage below. ![Bilge space](/sites/default/files/bilge%20space.jpg) **In-deck mechanical space in front of the engine well holds pumps and fuel tanks. ![Stern rod holders](/sites/default/files/stern%20rod%20holder.jpg) **With two more rod holders positioned on the boat’s quarters, this boat is ready for trolling.**## ****Performance**** ![running](/sites/default/files/mako_214cc_running.jpg) The MAKO 214 CC has a length of 21'5" (6.52 m), a beam of 8'6" (2.59 m), and a draft of 14" (0.36 m). She has an empty weight of 3,735 lbs. (1,694 kg).The MAKO 214 CC has an LOA of 21’5” ( 6.52 m), a beam of 8’6” (2.59 m), and a draft of 14” (0.36 m). With 68 gallons (257 L) of fuel and water, and three people aboard, our test boat had an estimated test weight if 4,698 lbs. (2,131 kg). With a single Mercury 150 Pro XS FourStroke engine turning a 15” x 15” Enertia propeller, we hit a top speed of 39 mph at 6000 rpm. We found our best cruise speed at 4000 rpm at 22 mph. With a fuel burn of 6 gph, which translated into 3.2 nmpg and a range of 303 nautical miles, all while holding back a 10 percent reserve of the boats 91-gallon (345 L) fuel capacity. For anglers, we recorded a speed of 2.6 mph at 600 rpm and 4.1 mph at 1000 rpm. The boat planed at 12.6 mph in 3.7 seconds and we reached 20 mph in 11.3 seconds and 30 mph at 18.1 seconds. ### Acceleration Time to plane: 3.7 seconds Zero to 20 mph: 11.3 seconds Zero to 30 mph: 18.1 seconds ## ****Handling** ![running](/sites/default/files/mako_214cc_running2.jpg) The MAKO 214 CC had a time to plane of 3.7 seconds, and she went to 20 mph in 11.3 seconds, and 30 mph in 18.1 seconds.This was a fun boat to drive. We had relatively calm conditions with crossing wakes from other boat traffic. She handled nicely going through the wakes with just a little bit of hull slap if we operated in anything more then cruising speed. At cruising speed, she provided a much more comfortable ride. She had no power steering so any excessive handling tended to be a little hard. When making hard turns, the boat tends to grab a little bit so make sure everyone is hanging on when being aggressive. ## ****Pricing Options** Boat with white gelcoat hull and engine (before prep and freight): **Mercury FourStroke** - 150 XL FourStroke ($51,395) - 200 XL FourStroke ($54,735) - 200 XL FourStroke warm fusion white ($55,770) - 225 XL FourStroke ($56,095) - 225 XL FourStroke warm fusion white ($57,125) - 250 XL FourStroke ($59,175) - 250 XL FourStroke warm fusion white ($60,570) **Mercury Pro XS** - 150 XL Pro XS FourStroke ($52,395) - 200 XL Pro XS FourStroke ($55,645) - 250 XL Pro XS FourStroke ($59,265) ## ****Options to Consider**** - Colors options: 2-tone hull in Gulfstream Blue, Onyx Black, Pompano Silver, Seafoam Green, Trigger Gray or Wahoo Blue ($850) - Tilt hydraulic steering ($215) - Fiberglass baitwell leaning post and backrest ($1,250) - Anodized aluminum rails ($300) - Outriggers ($1,900) - Portable toilet on stowaway slide ($1,050) - EZ Loader tandem axle trailer ($4,350) ## ****Observations** MAKO has built on last year’s model with some welcome new features. Such as Mercury SmartCraft digital gauges and interior courtesy lights, molded-in swim platform with retractable stainless-steel ladder and aft stern seating with folding center backrest. MAKO presents the 214 CC without a lot of options to keep the price down, but they did a good job of engineering space to add options later. The 214 CC is a boat with a high protective bow and a deep cockpit to keep the crew safe. When looking for a compact offshore fishing boat with robust construction and basic equipment, the MAKO 214 CC is worth considering. 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