America’s best-selling fiberglass bass boat and the official boat of Major League Fishing®, The NITRO® Z18 is a champion from bow to stern. It’s is based on our revolutionary 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, with all-new Z-Core seating system with Force Flex suspension for the most comfortable ride possible.
Specifications
- Length: 18 ft. 8 in.
- Beam: 7 ft. 10 in.
- Bottom width: 6 ft. 3 in.
- Max. recommended HP: 175 HP
- Fuel capacity: 40 gal.
- Max. person capacity: 4 persons
- Max. person weight: 550 lb.
- Max. person, motor & gear weight: 1350 lb.
- Interior depth: 18.5 in.
- Transom height: 22.5 in.
- Deadrise: 16 deg.
- Draft: 15 in.
- Average weight: 1700 lb.
- Average package weight: 3200 lb.
- Package height: 6 ft. 4 in.
- Package width: 8 ft. 6 in.
- Towing length: 24 ft. 1 in.
- Storage length: 21 ft. 3 in.
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(s)
- Flush-mounted Lowrance® HOOK-5x fishfinder w/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
- 12V outlet
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 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® 24M-RD 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
- NEW Z-Core seating system w/Force Flex suspension & contoured, rotomolded frame (driver & passenger seats)
- 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
- 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 & 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 System(s)
- Aft 30-gal. (114 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
- 14" (35.6 cm) chrome wheels w/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® Maxxum® 24V, 70-lb. (31.8 kg) thrust, 42" (1.07 m) shaft foot-control trolling motor
Bow Graph Options
- Lowrance® HOOK-5 (flush mounted)
- Lowrance® Elite-7 Ti (flush mounted)
- Lowrance® Elite-7 Ti (RAM mounted)
- Lowrance® HDS-7 Touch w/StructureScan® (flush mounted)
- Lowrance® HDS-7 Touch w/StructureScan® (RAM mounted)
- Lowrance® HDS-9 Touch w/StructureScan® (flush mounted)
- Lowrance® HDS-9 Touch w/StructureScan® (RAM mounted)
- Lowrance® HDS-12 Touch w/StructureScan® (flush mounted)
- Lowrance® HDS-12 Touch w/StructureScan® (RAM mounted)
- Humminbird® HELIX™ 7 DI (flush mounted)
- Humminbird® HELIX™ 7 SI (RAM mounted)
- Humminbird® HELIX™ 9 SI w/GPS (RAM mounted)
- Humminbird® HELIX™ 10 SI w/GPS (RAM mounted)
- Humminbird® HELIX™ 12 SI w/GPS (RAM mounted)
Dash Graph Exchange Options
- Lowrance® Elite-7 Ti (flush mounted).
- Lowrance® Elite-7 Ti (RAM mounted).
- Lowrance® Elite-7 Ti (uninstalled).
- Lowrance® HDS-7 Touch w/StructureScan®. (flush mounted)
- Lowrance® HDS-7 Touch w/StructureScan®. (RAM mounted)
- Lowrance® HDS-7 Touch w/StructureScan®. (uninstalled)
- Lowrance® HDS-9 Touch w/StructureScan®. (flush mounted)
- Lowrance® HDS-9 Touch w/StructureScan®. (RAM mounted).
- Lowrance® HDS-9 Touch w/StructureScan®. (uninstalled)
- Lowrance® HDS-12 Touch w/StructureScan®. (flush mounted).
- Lowrance® HDS-12 Touch w/StructureScan®. (RAM mounted).
- Lowrance® HDS-12 Touch w/StructureScan®. (uninstalled).
- Humminbird® HELIX™ 7 DI (flush mounted).
- Humminbird® HELIX™ 7 SI (gimbal mounted).
- Humminbird® HELIX™ 7 SI (RAM mounted).
- Humminbird® HELIX™ 7 SI (uninstalled).
- Humminbird® HELIX™ 9 SI w/GPS (gimbal mounted).
- Humminbird® HELIX™ 9 SI w/GPS (RAM mounted).
- Humminbird® HELIX™ 9 SI wGPS (uninstalled).
- Humminbird® HELIX™ 10 SI w/GPS (gimbal mounted).
- Humminbird® HELIX™ 10 SI w/GPS (RAM mounted).
- Humminbird® HELIX™ 10 SI w/GPS (uninstalled).
- Humminbird® HELIX™ 12 SI w/GPS (gimbal mounted).
- Humminbird® HELIX™ 12 SI w/GPS (RAM mounted).
- Humminbird® HELIX™ 12 SI w/GPS (uninstalled).
Performance & Steering Options
- Hot Foot™ (non-Verado® motors only)
- Trim lever on wheel (not available w/Verado® motors)
Battery Charger Exchange Options
- 2-bank, 20-amp battery charger
- 3-bank, 30-amp battery charger
- Battery maintenance system
- Dual Pro® international battery charger
- Stealth 1, 20-amp battery charger w/out gauge
- Stealth 1, 20-amp battery charger w/gauge
Hardware & Equipment Options
- 2 oxygen generators
- Automatic bilge pump
- Bow tool/drink holder
- HydroWave® electronic fish attractor
- Keel protector (Black or White)
- Livewell control valve
- Loc-R-Bar® w/alarm (dealer installation not included)
- Port under deck storage drawer
- Snap-in sandwich tray
Cushions & Seating Options
- 2 bike seats (exchange)
- 2 jump seats (exchange)
- Center seat
- Hydraulic pedestal (exchange)
Functional Options
- Carpet embroidery
- Magnetic under-lid lure holder/organizer
- Rod organizer
- SmartCraft® gauges
- Remote oil fill (not available w/150 OptiMax® or 150 OptiMax Pro XS)
- Removable port console & hardware (factory installed)
- 8" (20.32 cm) adjustable jack plate (not available w/Verado® motors)
- 8" (20.32 cm) Atlas hydraulic jack plate (not available w/Verado® motors)
- 8" (20.32 cm) BMS hydraulic jack plate (not available w/Verado® motors)
- Minn Kota® 8' (2.44 m) Talon shallow-water anchor (dealer installed)
- 2 Minn Kota® 8' (2.44 m) Talon shallow-water anchors (dealer installed)
- Minn Kota® 12' (3.66 m) Talon shallow-water anchor (dealer installed)
- 2 Minn Kota® 12' (3.66 m) Talon shallow-water anchors (dealer installed)
- Power-Pole® Blade 8' (2.44 m) shallow-water anchor (dealer installed)
- 2 Power-Pole® Blade 8' (2.44 m) shallow-water anchors (dealer installed)
- Power-Pole® Blade 10' (3.05 m) shallow-water anchor (dealer installed)
- 2 Power-Pole® Blade 10' (3.05 m) shallow-water anchors (dealer installed)
Trolling Motor Options
- Minn Kota® Fortrex® 24V, 80-lb. (36.3 kg) thrust, 45” (1.14 m) shaft trolling motor w/Universal Sonar 2
- Minn Kota® Fortrex® 24V, 80-lb. (36.3 kg) thrust, 52” (1.32 m) shaft trolling motor w/Universal Sonar 2
- Minn Kota® Ultrex® 24V, 80-lb. (36.3 kg) thrust, 45” (1.14 m) shaft trolling motor w/Universal Sonar 2 & i-Pilot
- Minn Kota® Ultrex® 24V, 80-lb. (36.3 kg) thrust, 45” (1.14 m) shaft trolling motor w/Universal Sonar 2 & i-Pilot Link
- MotorGuide® X5 24V, 80-lb. (36.3 kg) thrust, 45" (1.14 m) shaft trolling motor
Trailer Options
- 14" (35.56 cm) single-axle custom wheels w/spare tire
- 14" (35.56 cm) tandem-axle custom wheels w/spare tire
- 18" (45.72 cm) custom silver machined aluminum wheel upgrade & Hercules RAPTIS R-T5 spare tire (must order fiberglass fenders)
- 18" (45.72 cm) custom matte Black aluminum alloy wheel upgrade & Hercules RAPTIS R-T5 spare tire (must order fiberglass fenders)
- Fiberglass fenders for tandem-axle trailer
- Retractable trailer tie downs
- Single-axle brake upgrade
- Single-axle spare tire
- Tandem-axle 1 brake
- Tandem-axle 1 brake w/14" (35.56 cm) tire/wheel upgrade & spare tire
- Tandem-axle 2 brake
- Tandem-axle 2 brakes w/14" (35.56 cm) tire/wheel upgrade & spare tire
Cover Options
- Rope ratchet cover for side or dual consoles—Charcoal
- Minn Kota® Fortrex® trolling motor rope ratchet cover for side or dual consoles—Charcoal
Motor Options
- 150 L OptiMax® Pro XS
- 150 L FourStroke
- 175 L OptiMax® Pro XS
