2021 Nitro Z17

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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.

Basic Boat Info

Make: Nitro

Model: Z17

Year: 2021

Condition: New

Category: Power

Construction: Fiberglass

Dimensions

Length: 17'4 ft

Beam: 7'6 ft

Min Draft: 1'3 ft

Bridge Clearance: 6'2 ft

Deadrise: 16 deg

Tanks

Fuel Tank Capacity: 24 gal

Other

Maximum Number Of Passengers: 3

Boat Class: Bass Boats

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Nitro Boats Website

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 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 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™ (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, 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
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
Safety cables