2017 Nitro Z18

2017 Nitro Z18

The quick and compact 2017 NITRO® Z18 is based on our revolutionary NITRO® Vortex Technology™ (NVT™) hull with Rapid Planing System™, giving you a smooth, soft and dry ride along with a brisk holeshot and precise handling when turning and at the top end.

The interior of the Z18 is laid out to provide the ultimate in fishability, and the NASCAR®-inspired seats give you the most comfortable ride possible. One of the best-selling fiberglass bass boats in the world, the NITRO Z18 is the boat of choice for everyone from the weekend warrior to the hardcore tournament contender.

Features may include:

• NMMA® certified

• Flotation meets or exceeds NMMA® & U.S. Coast Guard requirements

• EPA-compliant fuel system

• Non-skid mats bow & stern

• 6 drink holders

• 4 stainless steel pull-up cleats

• Integrated fold-down stainless steel reboarding ladder

• NEW 2 grab handles (1 at passenger, 1 at transom)

• Fire extinguisher

• Horn

• Paddle

• Flush-mounted Lowrance® HOOK-5x fishfinder w/480x480 pixel display, surface temperature & down imaging

• Hydraulic steering w/tilt

• Removable acrylic, tinted windscreen

• Ready to accept optional removable port console

• Custom-molded modular console w/2-tone gelcoat

• Veethree® multi-function instrumentation w/speedometer/fuel gauge, tach/trim gauge, voltmeter gauge & water pressure gauge

• Dash light dimmer

• Water-resistant switch panels

• LED courtesy light

• Below-console 12V outlet

• Deck & hull chemically bonded & mechanically fastened w/stainless steel fasteners

• Gelcoated stringer/liner system

• Foam-filled hull for optimal buoyancy & safety

• Full-width fiberglass-encapsulated composite transom

• Low-profile gunnels to maximize deck size & for easier casting

• Bow panel w/trolling motor receptacle, anchor/light switch, trim switch & capability to flush mount 12" (30.5 cm) graph

• 1,000 GPH (3,785 LPH) bilge pump

• LED console courtesy light

• Bow navigation lights integrated into gunnels w/stowable stern light

• Automotive-style labeled fuse panel w/cover

• Interstate^® cranking battery

• 2 heavy-duty Interstate® Series 29 trolling batteries

• 2-bank, 8-amp battery charger w/exterior receptacle

• 6-gauge trolling motor wiring w/50-amp circuit breaker

• Master power switch

• Waterproof Deutsch plugin gauge connectors

• Water/abrasion-resistant connectors

• 34-sq.-ft. (3.2-sq.-m) bow deck for casting mobility w/lots of storage

• Step-up to bow deck w/62-qt. (58.7 L) insulated cooler & removable trash receptacle

• NASCAR®-inspired helm & passenger bucket seats

• Bike seat w/pedestal

• Folding fishing seat w/composite frame

• Trolling motor pedal recess for Minn Kota® & MotorGuide® trolling motors

• Oversized, lockable port & starboard bow rod lockers w/lift assists for rods up to 8' (2.44 m)

• Molded-in drainage channels around bow storage compartments

• Port & starboard bow rod hold-down straps

• Oversized lockable center bow storage locker

• Partner rod ramp w/rod handle organizer & rod holder strap