2026 Key West 179 FS


















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Description
2026 Key West 179 FS
From the 179FS to the 291FS, the Family Sportsman Series has a model to fit the needs of any modern active family.
With emphasis on comfort, fishing, and safety, your Family Sportsman will feature more seating and storage, even a changing/potty room, while having the fishing features you would expect in any center console design, like rod racks, trolling rod holders, live well, and even a macerated fish box in some models.
The 179 FS is purpose-built with enough equipment for fishing or just cruising on the water.
The 179FS is built specifically for the active family that appreciates the versatility and mobility of a smaller boat while still allowing them to have the fishing and cruising features normally only found in larger boats. The 179FS combines all of that into a package that can fit in an average residential garage and be towed by most modern SUVs. The updated hull design provides spirited performance and superior fuel economy from a modest 90 HP or can be maxed out with the 140 HP option. Although it’s just shy of 18 feet, it still has great features like a folding jump seat in the rear deck, easy bilge access, extensive storage, and even molded-in rod racks—benefits typically only found in larger designs.
Features May Include:
- Ten (10) Year Hull Warranty
- No Wood-No Rot Construction
- Single Leg Leaning Post
- Spacious Console Face For Mounting Electronics
- Stainless Steel Steering Wheel w/ Knob
- Console Footrest
- BayStar Plus Tilt Steering
- Self-Bailing Cockpit
- Aerated Live Well
- Large Molded Anchor Locker w/Anchor
- Raw Water Washdown Kit
- Large Bow Casting Deck
- Large Bow Storage Box
- Battery Storage Under Starboard Lid In Console
- Convenience Motor Package Prices Include Stainless Steel Propeller
- Electric Horn
- Courtesy Lights
- Power Outlet Plug On Dash
- Stainless-Steel Rod Holders w/ Drain
- Gunwale Rod Storage
- Foam Injected Fiberglass Stringer System
- Molded Non-Skid Inner Liner
- Built-In Fuel Tank
- Folding Stern Light
- Cockpit Bolsters
- Rear Folding Bench Seat
- Drop-In Box Under Rear Seat Over Bilge Access
- Molded Swim Platform With Ladder
- Stainless Steel Grab Rail
- Compass
- Black Rubber Rub Rail
- Trolling Motor Plug
- Dual Battery Switch
- Hull Color: White
Optional Features
- Battery Charger - 2 Bank
- Bow Lifting Eye
- Floor Helm Pad
- High Pressure Wash down (pump)
- Low Bow Rail
- Pop-up Fender Holders (4)
- Removable Rail & Windshield
- SeaStar Hydraulic Tilt Steering (Exch)
- Trim Tabs with Level indicators
- Hull Color Options: Black, Fighting Lady Yellow, Ice Blue, Jade Green, Manta Grey, Marathon Blue, Sand, Sea Foam Green
Info
Industry
Marine
Make
Key West
Model
179 FS
Trim
Base
Year
2026
MSRP
N/A
Category
Boat
Subcategory
Fishing
Specs
Fuel Type
Gas
Length
17 ft 9 in
Weight (Dry)
1450 lbs
Load Capacity
6 ppl
Fuel Capacity
35 gal
Horsepower
Maximum: 140 HP | Recommended: 90-115 HP
Draft
12 in
Width/Beam
7 ft 4 in
Transom
25 in