2024 Nitro Z17
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Year2024
MakeNitro
ModelZ17
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Description
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: 17 ft. 4 in.
- Beam: 7 ft. 6 in.
- Bottom Width: 6 ft.
- Max. Recommended HP: 115 HP
- Fuel Capacity: 24 gal.
- Max. Person Capacity: 3 persons
- Max. Person Weight: 460 lb.
- Max. Person, Motor & Gear Weight: 1100 lb.
- Interior Depth: 16.25 in.
- Transom Height: 20.5 in.
- Deadrise: 16 degrees
- Draft: 15 in.
- Average Dry Weight: 1450 lb.
- Average Package Weight: 2650 lb.
- Bridge Clearance: 6 ft. 2 in.
- Package Height: 5 ft. 3.5 in.
- Package Width: 7 ft. 11.5 in.
- Towing Length: 23 ft. 8 in.
- Storage Length: 20 ft. 9 in.
Motor
- 115 ELPT Pro XS® FourStroke
- 115 ELPT Pro XS® FourStroke Command Thrust
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
- Low-profile gunnels to maximize deck size & for easier casting
- Integrated fold-down stainless steel reboarding ladder, angled for allowing optional shallow-water anchor
- 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 in. (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 in. (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 ft. (2.13 m)
- Oversized lockable bow center storage locker w/lift assist & organizer for 4 rods up to 7 ft. 6 in. (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
- 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 in. (5.08 cm)
- Gelcoated stringer/liner system
- Foam-filled hull for optimal buoyancy & safety
- Full-width fiberglass-encapsulated composite transom
Electrical
- Bow panel w/trolling motor receptacle, anchor/light switch, trim switch & capability to flush mount 9 in. (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 connectors on gauges
- 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 in. (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
NOTES:
Previous Model Year Images ShownEngine
| Max HP | 115 HP |
General
| Beam | 7 ft. 6 in. |
| Draft | 15 in. |
| Max Person Capacity | 3 Persons |
| Fuel Capacity | 24 gal. |
| Max Carry Load | 460 lb. |
