2020 Nitro Z17

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The quick and compact NITRO® Z17 is a fiberglass bass boat that’s 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 7’ 6”, plus 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 keeps your fish peppy all the way to the weigh-in.

Basic Boat Info

Make: Nitro

Model: Z17

Year: 2020

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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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™ (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

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