Waylen Bay Marine

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2027 Nitro Z18 XL

The NEW NITRO® Z18 XL is built for anglers who want more fishability, more performance, and more value from every day on the water. Featuring an all-new layout designed to maximize efficiency, the Z18 XL delivers tournament-inspired functionality with advanced storage solutions, spacious casting decks, and smart organization throughout.

Rated for up to 175HP, the Z18 XL pairs confident performance with a stable, responsive ride that excels from the first cast to the final weigh-in. Oversized lockable rod lockers, a Tackle Management System with slider, passenger rod organizer, and integrated ruler keep gear organized and within reach.

Features may include:

• NMMA® certified

• Flotation meets or exceeds NMMA® & U.S. Coast Guard requirements

• EPA-compliant fuel system

• Black non-skid bow & stern mats

• Low-profile gunnels to maximize deck size & for easier casting

• Aft 30-gal. (113.56 L) rotomolded GUARDIAN™ livewell w/divider, timer & rounded corners

• 600 GPH (2,271 LPH) aerator/fill pump

• 600 GPH (2,271 LPH) livewell recirculation/pump-out system

• Livewell control valve

• Minn Kota® Maxxum® 24V, 70-lb. (31.75 kg) thrust, 42" (1.07 m) shaft trolling motor w/mount

• Trolling motor pedal recess

• Modular, aerodynamic console design w/expanded leg clearance & large fishfinder surface

• Removable acrylic, tinted plexiglass windscreen

• Lowrance® Eagle 5 flush-mounted fishfinder

• Z3 digital gauges

• Dash light dimmer

• Water-resistant switch panels

• 34.6-sq.-ft. (3.21-sq.-m) bow deck for casting mobility

• Bike seat w/pedestal

• Folding fishing seat w/composite frame

• Bow tool/drink holder

• Bow port & starboard rod hold-down straps

• Molded-in drainage channels around bow storage compartments

• Oversized, lockable bow port & starboard rod lockers w/lift assists for rods up to 8' (2.44 m)

• 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

• 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

• Angled bow panel w/trolling motor receptacle, anchor/light switch, trim switch & capability to flush mount most 12" (30.5 cm) fishfinders

• LED console courtesy light

• Interstate® cranking battery

• 2 heavy-duty Interstate® trolling batteries

• Custom-fit, single-axle NITRO® trailer powdercoated w/GALVASHIELD® Impact corrosion & chip protection for improved durability

• 14" (35.56 cm) Black wheels w/radial tires

• Hub system w/1-year limited warranty

• Spare tire

• All-welded rectangular GALVASHIELD® frame