Whit’s Marine
823 North 11th Street,
Fort Smith AR, 72901
Tel:479-785-5985
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2023 Nitro Z17

Year 2023
Length 17'4 ft

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

Year Built 2023
Category Power
Length Overall 17'4 ft
Beam 7'6 ft
Number of Passengers 3
Construction Fiberglass
Deadrise Angle 16 deg
Min Draft 1'3 ft
Fuel Tank Cap. 24 gal
Water Tank Cap. 0 gal
Water Heater Cap. 0 gal
Holding Tank Cap. 0 gal
Bridge Clearance 6'2 ft
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

  • 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 

Additional Details
  • 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"