2020 Nitro Z17

The quick and compact NITRO® Z17 is a fiberglass bass boat thatâs easy to fish, easy to store and sized just right for the young angler or amateur tourney 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, roomy tackle storage and custom seating built in-house.

The deck is optimized for tournament angling, with a lockable center rod organizer for rod sup to 7â 6â, plus carpeted, lockable port and starboard storage boxes for tackle and rods up to 7â. Plus, a massive 23-gallon NITRO-exclusive Guardian⢠aerated, divided and timed livewell keeps your fish peppy all the way to the weigh-in.

Additional Details

• Length:17' 4" 
• Length: 17' 4" 
• Beam: 7' 6" 
• Bottom width: 6' 0" 
• 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 dry weight: 1450 lbs.
• Average package weight: 2650 lbs.
• Bridge clearance: 6' 2" 
• 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

Livewell Systems

• Aft 23-gal. (87.06 L) Guardian⢠aerated livewell w/divider & timer
• 500 GPH (1,892.71 LPH) livewell recirculation/pump-out system
• 500 GPH (1,892.71 LPH) aerator/fill pump
• Rotomolded w/rounded corners

Trolling Motor

• Minn Kota® Edge® 12V, 55-lb. (24.95 kg) thrust, 45" (1.14 m) shaft foot-control trolling motor
• Trolling motor pedal recess

Console

• Custom-molded modular console w/2-tone gelcoat
• Lowrance® HOOK2 4x flush-mounted fishfinder
• Single cable, no feedback rotary steering w/tilt
• Removable acrylic, tinted windscreen
• Ready to accept optional removable port console
• 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
• Room to flush-mount optional, exchanged 9" (22.86 cm) fishfinder

Interior

• 32-sq.-ft. (3.0-sq.-m) bow deck for casting mobility w/lots of storage
• Bike seat w/pedestal
• Folding fishing seat w/composite frame
• Driver & passenger bucket seats w/molded-in storage below
• Bow port & starboard rod hold-down straps
• Molded-in drainage channels around bow storage compartments
• Oversized, lockable bow port & starboard rod lockers for rods up to 7' (2.13 m)
• Oversized lockable bow center storage locker w/lift assist & organizer for 4 rods up to 7' 6" (2.29 m)
• Step to bow deck w/42-qt. (39.75 L) insulated cooler
• Partner rod ramp w/rod handle organizer & hold-down strap
• Footrest w/non-skid mat under console(s)
• Step to aft deck w/polymer lid
• 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⢠(NVTâ¢) hull for a smoother, drier ride
• Rapid Planing System⢠(RPSâ¢) 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

Electrical

• Bow panel w/trolling motor receptacle, anchor/light switch, trim switch & capability to flush mount 9" (22.86 cm) fishfinder
• LED console courtesy light
• Automotive-style labeled fuse panel w/cover
• Interstate® cranking battery
• Heavy-duty Interstate® 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

Trailer

• Custom-fit, single-axle NITRO® trailer powder-coated w/GALVASHIELD® Impact corrosion & chip protection for improved durability
• 7-pin connector
• 13" (33.02 cm) chrome wheels w/radial tires
• Super Lube hubs for quick & complete hub lubrication
• Spare tire carrier (spare tire available 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

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