OVERVIEW
The nimble NITRO® Z17 is a fiberglass bass boat that’s easy to fish, easy to tow and priced just right for first-time owners and amateur tournament competitors. It shares many of the features of the larger Z Series boats, including our revolutionary NVT™ hull, an insulated cooler, lockable rod storage, tackle storage and custom seating.
The deck is optimized for tournament angling with a lockable center rod organizer for rods up to 7’ 6”, as well as carpeted, lockable port and starboard storage boxes for tackle and rods up to 7’. Plus, a massive 23-gallon NITRO-exclusive GUARDIAN™ aerated, divided and timed livewell to keep your fish healthy all the way to the weigh-in.
SPECIFICATIONS
| Length | 5.28 m |
| Beam | 2.29 m |
| Bottom Width | 1.83 m |
| Max. Recommended HP | 115 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 90.84 l |
| Max. Person Capacity | 3 persons |
| Max. Person Weight | 208.65 kg |
| Max. Person, Motor & Gear Weight | 498.95 kg |
| Interior Depth | 41.275 cm |
| Transom Height | 52.07 cm |
| Deadrise | 16 degrees |
| Draft | 38.1 cm |
| Average Dry Weight | 657.71 kg |
| Average Package Weight | 1202.02 kg |
| Bridge Clearance | 1.88 m |
| Package Height | 1.61 m |
| Package Width | 2.43 m |
| Towing Length | 7.21 m |
| Storage Length | 6.32 m |
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 bow & stern mats
- 4 stainless steel, angled cleats flushed w/gunnels
- 2 grab handles (1 at passenger, 1 at transom)
- Fire extinguisher
- Horn
- Paddle
LIVEWELL SYSTEM
- Aft 23-gal. (87.06 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
TROLLING MOTOR
- Minn Kota® Edge® 12V, 55-lb. (24.95 kg) thrust, 45″ (1.14 m) shaft foot-control trolling motor w/mount
- Trolling motor pedal recess
CONSOLE
- Custom-molded modular console w/2-tone gelcoat
- Removable acrylic, tinted windscreen
- Lowrance® HOOK2 4x flush-mounted fishfinder
- Veethree® multifunction instrumentation w/speedometer/fuel gauge, tach/trim gauge, voltmeter gauge & water pressure gauge
- Dash light dimmer
- Water-resistant switch panels
- Mechanical tilt rotary steering
- 12V outlet
- LED courtesy light
- Ready to accept optional removable port console
- Room to flush-mount optional, exchanged 9″ (22.86 cm) fishfinder
INTERIOR
- 32-sq.-ft. (3.0-sq.-m) bow deck for casting mobility
- 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™ (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
- Integrated fold-down stainless steel reboarding ladder, angled for allowing optional shallow-water anchor
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, 10-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 powdercoated w/GALVASHIELD® Impact corrosion & chip protection for improved durability
- 7-pin connector
- 13″ (33.02 cm) chrome wheels w/radial tires
- Spare tire carrier (spare tire available at additional cost)
- 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
