Island Cove Outdoor Center
6010 HWY 58,
Harrison TN , 37341
Tel:423-344-8331
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2023 Nitro Z18 Pro

Year 2023
Length 18'8 ft

The NITRO® Z18 Pro expands on the tournament capabilities of the base Z18 with a slew of popular upgrades at an incredible value. 

The NITRO® Z18 is America’s best-selling fiberglass bass boat and the official boat of Major League Fishing® because it balances power and fishability in a ready-to-win package. It is built around 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.

Specifications

Year Built 2023
Category Power
Beam 7'10 ft
Number of Passengers 4
Construction Fiberglass
Deadrise Angle 16 deg
Min Draft 1'3 ft
Fuel Tank Cap. 40 gal
Water Tank Cap. 0 gal
Water Heater Cap. 0 gal
Holding Tank Cap. 0 gal
Dry Weight 1700 lb
Additional Details
  • Length:18' 8" 

  • Beam: 7' 10" 

  • Bottom Width: 6' 3" 

  • Max. Recommended HP: 175 HP

  • Fuel Capacity: 40 gal.

  • Max. Person Capacity: 4 persons

  • Max. Person Weight: 550 lbs.

  • Max. Person, Motor & Gear Weight: 1350 lbs.

  • Interior Depth: 18.5" 

  • Transom Height: 22.5" 

  • Deadrise: 16 degrees

  • Draft: 15" 

  • Average Dry Weight: 1700 lbs.

  • Average Package Weight: 3200 lbs.

  • Package Height: 6' 4" 

  • Package Width: 8' 6" 

  • Towing Length: 24' 1" 

  • Storage Length: 21' 3" 

Standard Features

Pro

  • Bow Lowrance® Elite FS® 7 gimbal-mounted fishfinder w/Side & Down Scan, Digital Sonar & GPS

  • Console Lowrance® Elite FS® 7 flush-mounted fishfinder w/Side & Down Scan, Digital Sonar & GPS

  • Lowrance® Ghost® 24V, 47” (1.19 m) shaft trolling motor

  • NMEA network for fishfinders & trolling motor to sync equipment

  • Ethernet communication between fishfinders

  • Factory-applied keel protector

  • NEW NOCO® GB40 jump starter pack 

  • 3-bank, 30-amp battery charger

Comfort, Convenience & Peace of Mind

  • NMMA® certified

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

  • EPA-compliant fuel system

  • Non-skid bow & stern mats

  • 6 drink holders

  • 5 stainless steel pull-up cleats, including cleat at driver seat

  • 4 grab handles (1 at each seat)

  • Fire extinguisher

  • Horn

  • Paddle

Livewell System

  • Aft 30-gal. (113.56 L) rotomolded GUARDIAN™ livewell w/divider, timer & rounded corners

  • 500 GPH (1,892.71 LPH) aerator/fill pump

  • 500 GPH (1,892.71 LPH) livewell recirculation/pump-out system

  • Livewell control valve

Trolling Motor

  • Trolling motor pedal recess

Console

  • Modular, aerodynamic console design w/expanded leg clearance & large fishfinder surface

  • Removable acrylic, tinted windscreen

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

  • Dash light dimmer

  • Water-resistant switch panels

  • Tilt hydraulic steering

  • Below-console RAM® X-Grip® phone holder & 12V outlet

  • LED courtesy light

  • Ready to accept optional removable port console

Interior

  • 34-sq.-ft. (3.2-sq.-m) bow deck for casting mobility

  • Bike seat w/pedestal

  • Folding fishing seat w/composite frame

  • Z-CORE™ seating system w/Force Flex suspension & contoured, rotomolded frame for driver & passenger seats

  • Low driver & passenger flat seat mounting

  • Bow tool/drink holder 

  • Bow port & starboard rod hold-down straps

  • Molded-in drainage channels around bow storage compartments

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

  • Oversized lockable bow center storage locker

  • Step to bow deck w/62-qt. (58.67 L) insulated cooler, removable trash receptacle & snap-in sandwich tray

  • Partner rod ramp w/rod handle organizer & hold-down strap

  • Footrest w/non-skid mat under console(s)

  • Designated net storage behind seating

  • 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

  • Insulated aluminum lids w/welded corners

  • 16-oz. (.45 kg) plush, marine-grade cut pile carpet on decks & floor

  • Lockable latches

Performance

  • NITRO VORTEX TECHNOLOGY™ (NVT™) hull for a smoother, drier ride

  • RAPID PLANING SYSTEM™ (RPS™) for quicker holeshots & maximized speed

  • Rigging tube for organized wiring & abrasion resistance

  • Stainless steel propeller

Construction & Exterior

  • 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

  • NEW splashwell protective film

  • Integrated fold-down stainless steel reboarding ladder, angled for allowing optional shallow-water anchor

Electrical

  • Angled bow panel w/trolling motor receptacle, anchor/light switch, trim switch & capability to flush mount most 12" (30.5 cm) fishfinders

  • LED console courtesy light

  • Automotive-style labeled fuse panel w/cover

  • Interstate® cranking battery

  • 2 heavy-duty Interstate® trolling batteries

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

  • Master power switch

  • Waterproof Deutsch plugin gauge connectors

  • Water/abrasion-resistant connectors

Trailer

  • Custom-fit, single-axle NITRO® trailer powdercoated w/GALVASHIELD® Impact corrosion & chip protection for improved durability

  • 7-pin connector

  • 14" (35.56 cm) chrome wheels w/radial tires

  • Hub system w/1-year limited warranty

  • Spare tire

  • All-welded rectangular GALVASHIELD® frame

  • Space-saving swing-away tongue to reduce storage length

  • Fold-away tongue jack

  • 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

  • Retractable transom tie downs

  • Safety cables