2026 Nitro Z18 - TRB5744

2026 NITRO Z18 PRO PACKAGE, 150L PRO XS MERCURY ENGINE, AND TRAILER

2026 Nitro Z18

The NITRO® Z18 is more than America’s favorite bass boat, it’s also the official boat of Major League Fishing®. Boasting the perfect blend of exhilarating performance, pro-level fishability, and superior quality, the Z18 is ideal for both weekend warriors and serious anglers.

Inside, the Z18 is angler-designed and proven at the highest levels. Storages are huge, dry, lockable, and convenient, while comfort comes by way of bolstered Z-CORE™ seating covered in premium marine-grade vinyl. A fully insulated step cooler keeps drinks cold all day, while the timed, aerated, and recirculating live wells keep your catch frisky from dawn to weigh in.

Standard Lowrance® electronics and Minn Kota® trolling motor get you in the game, while the custom-matched GALVASHIELD IMPACT™ trailer gets you there safely, year after year. The NITRO® Z18 delivers unsurpassed performance, value, and fishability in a package that’s ready to fish at any level of competition.

Features may include:

COMFORT, CONVENIENCE & PEACE OF MIND

• NMMA® certified

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

• EPA-compliant fuel system

• NEW Black non-skid bow & stern mats

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

• 5 stainless steel pull-up cleats, including cleat at driver seat

LIVEWELL SYSTEM

• 500 GPH (1,892.71 LPH) aerator/fill pump

• 500 GPH (1,892.71 LPH) livewell recirculation/pump-out system

• Livewell control valve

TROLLING MOTOR

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

• Trolling motor pedal recess

CONSOLE

• NEW console decals

• Removable acrylic, tinted plexiglass windscreen

• NEW Lowrance® Eagle 5 flush-mounted fishfinder

• Veethree® multifunction instrumentation w/speedometer/fuel gauge, tach/trim gauge, voltmeter gauge & water pressure gauge

• Dash light dimmer

INTERIOR

• 34-sq.-ft. (3.2-sq.-m) bow deck for casting mobility

• Bike seat w/pedestal

• Folding fishing seat w/composite frame

• Low driver & passenger flat seat mounting

• Bow tool/drink holder

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

• NEW hull & deck stripe color configuration

• 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

ELECTRICAL

• LED console courtesy light

• Automotive-style labeled fuse panel w/cover

• Interstate® cranking battery

• 2 heavy-duty Interstate® trolling batteries

• 3-bank, 30-amp onboard battery charger w/exterior receptacle

• 6-gauge trolling motor wiring w/50-amp circuit breaker

TRAILER

• 7-pin connector

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

• Hub system w/1-year limited warranty

• Sp

PERFORMANCE PACKAGE

ANTI FATIGUE MAT

AUTO BILGE PUMP

HOT FOOT PEDAL

WHEEL TRIM LEVER

ALUMINUM WHEELS

SPARE TIRE

General Information

• Year: 2026

• Manufacturer: Nitro

• Model: Z18

• Trim: Base

• Generic Type (Primary): Fishing

Dimensions

• Length: 18' 8" (5.69 m)

  • Towing: 24' 1" (7.34 m)

  • Storage: 21' 3" (6.48 m)

• Height (Package): 6' 4" (1.93 m)

• Width:

  • Bottom: 6' 3" (1.91 m)

  • Package: 8' 6" (2.59 m)

• Transom Height: 22.5" (57.15 cm)

• Beam: 7' 10" (2.39 m)

• Maximum Depth (Interior): 18.5" (46.99 cm)

• Dead Rise: 16°

• Draft: 15" (38.1 cm)

Capacities

• Fuel Capacity: 40 gal (151.4 L)

• Seating Capacity: 4 persons

• Maximum Capacity:

  • Persons: 550 lbs (249.48 kg)

  • Persons, Motor & Gear: 1350 lbs (612.35 kg)

Weights

• Average Package Weight: 3200 lbs (1451.5 kg)

• Dry Weight: 1700 lbs (771.11 kg)

Engine

• Maximum Recommended Power: 175 HP