2019 Nitro Z18

• Length:18' 8"
• 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"

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
• 6 drink holders
• 4 stainless steel pull-up cleats
• Integrated fold-down stainless steel reboarding ladder, angled for allowing optional shallow-water anchor
• 4 grab handles (1 at each seat)
• Fire extinguisher
• Horn
• Paddle

Console

• Extended leg room under console
• NEW Lowrance® HOOK2 5 Combo flush-mounted fishfinder
• Hydraulic steering w/tilt
• Removable acrylic, tinted windscreen
• Ready to accept optional removable port console
• Custom-molded modular console w/2-tone gelcoat
• Veethree® multifunction 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

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

Electrical

• NEW angled bow panel w/trolling motor receptacle, anchor/light switch, trim switch & capability to flush mount 12" (30.5 cm) Humminbird® Helix™ 12 graph
• 1,000 GPH (3,785 LPH) bilge pump
• LED console courtesy light
• Automotive-style labeled fuse panel w/cover
• Interstate® 31M-AGM 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

Interior

• 34-sq.-ft. (3.2-sq.-m) bow deck for casting mobility w/lots of storage
• Bike seat w/pedestal
• Folding fishing seat w/composite frame
• Z-Core™ seating system w/Force Flex suspension & contoured, rotomolded frame (driver & passenger seats)
• Trolling motor pedal recess for Minn Kota® & MotorGuide® trolling motors
• Port & starboard bow rod hold-down straps
• Molded-in drainage channels around bow storage compartments
• Oversized, lockable port & starboard bow rod lockers w/lift assists for rods up to 8' (2.44 m)
• Oversized lockable center bow storage locker
• Step to bow deck w/62-qt. (58.7 L) insulated cooler & removable trash receptacle
• Partner rod ramp w/rod handle organizer & hold-down strap
• Footrest w/non-skid mat under console(s)
• NEW 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 compression latches

Livewell Systems

• Aft 30-gal. (114 L) Guardian™ aerated livewell w/divider & 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™ (RPS™) 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
• 7-pin connector
• 14" (35.6 cm) chrome wheels w/radial tires
• No Touch Vortex hub lubrication system w/6-year, 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
• 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® Maxxum® 24V, 70-lb. (31.8 kg) thrust, 42" (1.07 m) shaft, foot-control trolling motor