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2018 Nitro Z17

The quick and compact NITRO Z17 is a fiberglass bass boat that’s easy to fish, easy to store and just right for anyone from the casual angler to the amateur tournament competitor. It shares many of the features of the larger Z Series boats, including our revolutionary NVT™ hull, a large, heavily insulated cooler, lockable rod storage, a Guardian™ livewell, roomy tackle storage and custom seating built in-house.

Basic Boat Info

Make: Nitro
Model: Z17
Year: 2018
Condition: New
Category: Power
Construction: Fiberglass

Dimensions

Length: 17'4 ft
Beam: 7'6 ft
Min Draft: 1'3 ft
Bridge Clearance: 6'2 ft
Dry Weight: 1450 lb
Deadrise: 16 deg

Tanks

Fuel Tank Capacity: 24 gal

Other

Maximum Number Of Passengers: 3
Boat Class: Bass Boats
More Info :
Additional Details
  • Length:17' 4"
  • Length: 17' 4"
  • Beam: 90"
  • Bottom width: 72"
  • Max. recommended HP: 115 HP
  • Fuel capacity: 24 gal.
  • Max. person capacity: 3 persons
  • Max. person weight: 460 lbs.
  • Max. person, motor & gear weight: 1100 lbs.
  • Interior depth: 16.25"
  • Transom height: 20.5"
  • Deadrise: 16 degrees
  • Draft: 15"
  • Average weight: 1450 lbs.
  • Average package weight: 2950 lbs.
  • Bridge clearance: 74"
  • Package height: 5' 3.5"
  • Package width: 7' 11.5"
  • Towing length: 23' 8"
  • Storage length: 20' 9"
Standard Features

Comfort, Convenience & Peace of Mind

  • NMMA® certified
  • Flotation meets or exceeds NMMA® & U.S. Coast Guard Requirements
  • EPA-compliant fuel system
  • Non-skid mats bow & stern
  • 2 drink holders
  • 4 stainless steel, angled cleats flushed w/gunnels
  • Integrated fold-down stainless steel reboarding ladder, angled for allowing optional shallow-water anchor
  • 2 grab handles (1 at passenger, 1 at transom)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Horn
  • Paddle

 

Console

  • Flush-mounted Lowrance® HOOK-4x fishfinder
  • Single cable, no feedback rotary 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
  • 12V outlet
  • Room to flush-mount optional, exchanged 9" (22.9 cm) graph

 

Construction & Exterior

  • NEW 100% composite deck core w/superior thermal stability & strength-to-weight ratio
  • Deck & hull chemically bonded & mechanically fastened w/stainless steel fasteners every 2" (5.08 cm)
  • 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

 

Electrical

  • Bow panel w/trolling motor receptacle, anchor/light switch, trim switch & capability to flush mount 9" (22.9 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® 24M-RD cranking battery
  • Heavy-duty Interstate® Series 27 trolling battery
  • 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

 

Interior

  • Driver & passenger bucket seats w/molded-in storage below
  • 32-sq.-ft. (3.0-sq.-m) bow deck for casting mobility w/lots of storage
  • Step-up to bow deck w/42-qt. (39.8 L) insulated cooler
  • Step-up to aft deck w/polymer lid
  • 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 for rods up to 7' (2.13 m)
  • Molded-in drainage channels around bow storage compartments
  • Port & starboard bow rod hold-down straps
  • Oversized lockable center bow storage locker w/lift assist & organizer for 4 rods up to 7' 6" (2.29 m)
  • Partner rod ramp w/rod handle organizer & hold-down strap
  • 2 lift-out, molded aft storage boxes that will each accept seven 3700 tackle trays
  • Molded utility rigging compartment for easy access to batteries & pumps & easy cleanup
  • 16-oz. (.45 kg) plush, marine-grade cut pile carpet on decks & floor
  • Lockable compression latches
  • Footrest w/non-skid mat under console(s)
  • Insulated aluminum lids w/welded corners

 

Livewell Systems

  • Aft 23-gal. (87 L) Guardian™ aerated, divided livewell w/timer
  • 500 GPH (1,893 LPH) livewell recirculation/pump-out system
  • 500 GPH (1,893 LPH) aerator/fill pump
  • Rotomolded w/rounded corners

 

Performance

  • NITRO® Vortex Technology™ (NVT™) hull for a smoother, drier ride
  • Rapid Planing System™ for quicker holeshots & maximized speed
  • Rigging tube for organized wiring & abrasion resistance
  • Stainless steel propeller

 

Trailer

  • Custom-fit, single-axle NITRO® trailer w/powder-coat finish & GALVASHIELD® Impact corrosion & chip protection for improved durability
  • Silver Metallic powder-coat wheels w/13” (33.02cm) radial tires
  • No Touch Vortex hub lubrication system w/6-yr. 100,000-mile limited warranty
  • Spare tire carrier (spare tire avail. at additional cost)
  • All-welded rectangular GALVASHIELD® frame
  • Space-saving swing-away tongue to reduce storage length
  • 1,200-lb. (544 kg) swing-up locking jack w/swivel wheel
  • Heavy-duty winch w/nylon strap & bow safety strap
  • Outboard motor support to reduce hull & transom stress while towing
  • Carpeted bunks & fender boards to protect hull
  • Submersible LED lights
  • Safety cables

 

Trolling Motor

  • Minn Kota® Edge® 12V, 55-lb. (24.9 kg) thrust, 42" (1.07 m) shaft foot-control trolling motor

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