Hells Bay 18 Marquesa Specifications
- Length Overall (LOA): 18'1"
- Beam: 79" (6'7")
- Dry Weight: ~695 lbs
- Engine: Single outboard, 150 HP max (90-115 recommended)
- Fuel Capacity: 28 gallons
- Draft: ~7"
- Hull Type: Carbon Innegra composite
Cover Features
- Fabric Options: 9oz solution-dyed marine fabric or premium Sunbrella acrylic
- Coverage Type: Center console cover wraps entire hull including outboard engine; tent-like shape peaks at console
- Construction: Reinforced stitching, hem cord at rubrail, adjustable tie-down straps
- Durability: Solution-dyed fabric (5-7 years); Sunbrella acrylic (8-10 years)
- Fit: Custom-fitted to 18'1" Hells Bay 18 Marquesa specifications including console and engine dimensions
- Protection: UV-resistant, water-repellent, weatherproof
Additional information
Choose Your Cover Fabric
7 oz. Polyester — Our entry-level marine cover fabric, woven from 100% polyester fiber at a 7 oz. per linear yard weight. This lighter option keeps the cover manageable for solo handling while still delivering reliable protection against sun, rain, and debris. Backed by a 3-year fabric warranty. Ships in Black.
9 oz. Polyester — Step up to our heavy-duty polyester, engineered at 9 oz. per linear yard for boats that face tougher conditions or extended outdoor storage. The denser weave adds an extra layer of defense against abrasion and weather without adding unnecessary bulk. Protected by a 5-year fabric warranty. Ships in Navy or Black.
Sunbrella® — For boaters who want the best, our Sunbrella covers use 100% solution-dyed acrylic — the same fabric trusted by marine professionals worldwide. Naturally resistant to fading, mold, and water damage, Sunbrella holds its color and integrity season after season. Covered by a 6-year fabric warranty. Ships in Black, Smoke, or Marine Blue.
Both polyester options feature solution-dyed construction, where pigment is infused into each fiber during production rather than applied to the surface afterward. This process locks color deep into the material, preventing any dye transfer to your boat’s gel coat or finish. The result is a cover that stays vibrant without bleeding or rubbing off. Our polyester is also designed to breathe — it allows moisture trapped underneath to vent out naturally, reducing the risk of mildew and keeping your boat dry. The fabric holds its form without sagging or stretching over time, stays lightweight enough for one person to handle, and stands up to prolonged UV exposure and harsh marine weather.
*The warranty periods above are provided by the fabric manufacturer and cover the material itself. For details on what’s included in the warranty for your completed cover, please see our warranty page.
7 oz. Polyester — Our entry-level marine cover fabric, woven from 100% polyester fiber at a 7 oz. per linear yard weight. This lighter option keeps the cover manageable for solo handling while still delivering reliable protection against sun, rain, and debris. Backed by a 3-year fabric warranty. Ships in Black.
9 oz. Polyester — Step up to our heavy-duty polyester, engineered at 9 oz. per linear yard for boats that face tougher conditions or extended outdoor storage. The denser weave adds an extra layer of defense against abrasion and weather without adding unnecessary bulk. Protected by a 5-year fabric warranty. Ships in Navy or Black.
Sunbrella® — For boaters who want the best, our Sunbrella covers use 100% solution-dyed acrylic — the same fabric trusted by marine professionals worldwide. Naturally resistant to fading, mold, and water damage, Sunbrella holds its color and integrity season after season. Covered by a 6-year fabric warranty. Ships in Black, Smoke, or Marine Blue.
Both polyester options feature solution-dyed construction, where pigment is infused into each fiber during production rather than applied to the surface afterward. This process locks color deep into the material, preventing any dye transfer to your boat’s gel coat or finish. The result is a cover that stays vibrant without bleeding or rubbing off. Our polyester is also designed to breathe — it allows moisture trapped underneath to vent out naturally, reducing the risk of mildew and keeping your boat dry. The fabric holds its form without sagging or stretching over time, stays lightweight enough for one person to handle, and stands up to prolonged UV exposure and harsh marine weather.
*The warranty periods above are provided by the fabric manufacturer and cover the material itself. For details on what’s included in the warranty for your completed cover, please see our warranty page.
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Install
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Hells Bay 18 Marquesa center console cover is available in 9oz solution-dyed marine fabric or premium Sunbrella acrylic. The 9oz fabric delivers 5 to 7 years of UV and weather protection. Sunbrella acrylic extends that to 8 to 10 years with superior fade resistance. Both are water-repellent, mildew-resistant, and breathable.
Yes. The cover drapes over the entire Hells Bay 18 Marquesa creating a tent-like shape that peaks at the center console and slopes down to the gunwales on all sides. The outboard engine is fully enclosed inside the cover, and the fabric accounts for the Marquesa's wide 79-inch beam.
Drape the cover over the bow and walk it aft over the center console to the stern. The fabric settles into a tent-like peak at the console. Secure it with adjustable tie-down straps and a hem cord at the rubrail. One person can complete installation in under 5 minutes.
Yes. The cover is reinforced with double-stitched seams and heavy-duty straps designed for highway trailering speeds. The cover wraps completely over the hull and outboard engine. At 695 pounds, the Marquesa trailers easily with the cover fully secured.
Yes. The tent-like design fully encloses all console-mounted electronics, GPS, fishfinder, and the outboard engine. It also covers the Marquesa's 36-gallon release livewell and rod storage. The water-repellent fabric blocks UV, rain, salt spray, and road debris.
Every Hells Bay 18 Marquesa center console cover includes a 2-year manufacturer warranty covering defects in materials and workmanship. Solution-dyed fabric is rated for 5 to 7 years, and Sunbrella acrylic is rated for 8 to 10 years of service.
The cover is water-resistant with a durable water repellent (DWR) finish. Rain and spray bead off the surface. It is breathable rather than fully waterproof, preventing trapped moisture and mildew from forming — essential for protecting the Marquesa's Carbon Innegra composite hull and electronics.
This cover is custom-fitted to the Hells Bay 18 Marquesa with standard production dimensions. It fits all model years sharing the factory center console configuration and 79-inch beam. Contact us if your specific model year has significant hull or console changes.
The 9oz solution-dyed marine fabric comes in Navy, Black, and Charcoal. Sunbrella acrylic offers an expanded selection of colors and patterns. Select your preferred fabric and color during checkout using the product configurator.
Shipping is a flat rate per cover to anywhere in the continental United States. Orders typically ship within 1 to 2 business days. Due to the custom-fitted nature of each cover, please allow standard production time before shipment.
⏱️ Current lead time: 1–3 weeks — every cover is custom-made for your boat.
Questions about fit? Call (561) 677-2628
Questions about fit? Call (561) 677-2628
Hells Bay 18 Marquesa Center Console Cover — Open-Water Crossover Protection
The Hells Bay 18 Marquesa is the open-water crossover in the Hells Bay lineup — a skiff that handles chop with a 79-inch beam while still drafting just 7 inches. Founded in 1997 in Titusville, Florida, by Hal Chittum, Flip Pallot, and designer Chris Morejohn, Hells Bay builds every hull with Carbon Innegra construction for unmatched strength-to-weight performance. The Marquesa runs 18’1″ overall at 695 pounds dry weight, takes up to 150 horsepower with a recommended 90 to 115, carries 28 gallons of fuel, and features a 36-gallon release livewell for tournament-ready fishing. A custom center console cover from Perfect Fit Boat Covers wraps the entire Marquesa in a single tent-like drape that peaks at the console and shields everything from the helm electronics down to the outboard engine.
Tailored to the Marquesa’s Wide-Beam Crossover Layout
This cover is pattern-cut to the Hells Bay 18 Marquesa’s 18’1″ hull and commanding 79-inch beam. The solution-dyed marine fabric drapes over the entire boat, creating a tent-like shape that peaks at the center console and slopes smoothly to the gunwales on all sides. The outboard engine is fully enclosed inside the cover. Installation takes under five minutes — drape the cover from bow to stern over the console, then secure it with adjustable tie-down straps and a hem cord at the rubrail. No framework or poles required. The reinforced construction handles highway trailering at speed, keeping the Marquesa’s wider hull fully protected during transport. For another Hells Bay model with the same tent-like coverage, the Hells Bay 18 Guide cover fits the purpose-built professional guide skiff that shares the Marquesa’s 79-inch beam and Carbon Innegra construction.
Protection That Matches Hells Bay Quality
Hells Bay skiffs are built for anglers who accept nothing less than the best, and the cover protecting a Marquesa should meet that same standard. The 9oz solution-dyed marine fabric delivers 5 to 7 years of UV and weather resistance, while premium Sunbrella acrylic extends that to 8 to 10 years with industry-leading fade resistance. Both options are water-repellent, mildew-resistant, and breathable enough to prevent trapped moisture from settling on the Marquesa’s Carbon Innegra hull and console electronics. Double-stitched seams and reinforced stress points ensure the cover holds up through years of Florida sun and saltwater exposure. Every cover ships with a 2-year manufacturer warranty. For owners of other performance flats skiffs, the East Cape 17 Caimen cover delivers the same custom-fitted quality for another vacuum-infused hull that helped define the technical skiff category.
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