Research 2012 - Nitro Boats - Z-6

Yes. You can afford to fish better.

With the NITRO® Z-6, you can take your bass fishing to the next level.

At a nimble, smooth-riding 17' 4" (5.28 m), this boat is absolutely chocked full of features. Just a few include the in-dash Lowrance® Mark-5x Pro fishfinder, powerful Minn Kota® trolling motor, fore and aft storage compartments, an aerated livewell, custom trailer and even a molded-in cooler!

Wrapping it all up is a value-minded price that is sure to please even the most budget-conscious anglers.

So, can you afford to step up to the next level of bass fishing?

Thanks to the Z-6, yes, you really can
Draft: 1 ft. 1 in.
Beam: 6 ft. 1 in.
Fuel tank capacity: 22
Max load: 1100
Standard features:
Comfort, Safety & Convenience
Non-skid bow mat
Passenger grab handle
Horn
Fire extinguisher
Stainless steel bow & stern eyes, grab rails & cleats
2 molded-in steps for sure-footed, easy access to aft deck
Molded rigging area for easy maintenance & cleanup
Paddle
Integrated fold-down reboarding ladder
5 stainless steel drink holders
4 recessed cleats
Flotation meets or exceeds NMMA & U.S. Coast Guard requirements


Console
Custom-molded modular console w/2-tone paint scheme
Flush-mounted Lowrance® Mark-5x Pro fish finder w/480x480 pixel display & surface temperature
Full instrumentation w/speedometer, tachometer, voltmeter, fuel gauge, water pressure gauge & trim gauge
Removable molded, tinted windscreen
Rack & pinion steering w/custom wheel
Switch panels w/water-resistant switches


Construction & Exterior
Hand-laid hull
Transverse & longitudinal fiberglass foam-filled stringer system
Full-width fiberglass-encapsulated composite transom
Anti-splash, reverse-flow transom
16-oz. plush, marine-grade carpet on decks & floor
Carpet edge trim
Low-profile gunnels to maximize interior space & fishing decks
Heavy-duty rub rail


Electrical
Stowable navigation lights
Bow panel w/trolling motor receptacle & trim switches
Interstate® cranking battery
Water-resistant connectors on all pumps & navigation lights w/abrasion-protective wrap
Automotive-style labeled fuse panel w/cover
2-bank (8 amps total) battery charger
Heavy-duty Interstate® trolling battery
1,000 GPH (3,785.41 LPH) bilge pump
12V outlet


Interior
Molded-in non-skid surface under console
Bike seat w/pedestal
Center lockable rod storage w/organizer for 7' (2.13 m) rods
Elevated fore & aft casting decks
Partner rod storage w/strap
Port & starboard bow rod hold-down straps
Fold-down fishing seat w/composite frame
Molded utility rigging compartment for easy access to batteries & pumps
Highly styled seating w/shock absorption system for helm & passenger seats
Step to bow deck w/insulated 43-qt. (40.69 L) cooler
Lockable bow port & starboard storage boxes that will also accept 7' (2.13 m) rods
3-across seating w/storage & integrated steps to aft deck
Insulated aluminum lids w/welded corners
Trolling motor pedal recess for Minn Kota & MotorGuide® trolling motors
Lift-out, molded aft storage boxes that will accept tackle trays
Lockable bow & aft storage compartments


Livewell Systems
500 GPH (1,892.71 LPH) livewell fill pump w/timer
32-gal. (121.13 L) aerated, divided aft livewell w/timer
Rotomolded w/rounded corners
750 GPH livewell recirculation/pump-out system
500 GPH (1,892.71 LPH) aerator/fill pump


Performance
Stainless steel propeller
16-degree variable deadrise hull for a smoother, drier ride


Trailer
Color-coordinated, single-axle drive-on NITRO trailer
EZ lube hubs
All-welded tubular frame for a unitized structure w/an exceptional strength-to-weight ratio
13" (33.02 cm) tires w/chrome wheel covers
Folding tongue jack w/swivel wheel
Powder-coat finish
Space-saving swing-away tongue
Heavy-duty winch w/nylon strap w/bow safety strap
Tie-down straps
Carpeted bunks
GALVASHIELD® corrosion protection
Retractable safety cables
Submersible lights
Transom saver


Trolling Motor
Minn Kota Edge 12V, 55-lb. thrust, 45" shaft, foot-controlled trolling motor


Other Features
Reboarding ladder
32-gal. (121.13 L) aerated aft livewell w/timer, divider & pump-out system
Port & starboard aft lockers w/drop-in boxes molded to accept tackle trays
3-across seating w/steps to aft deck & helm & buddy seat storage w/drains
Passenger rod storage w/hold-down strap
2-bank, 4-amp battery charger
Flush-mounted Lowrance® Mark-5x fishfinder
Step to bow deck w/insulated cooler
Center bow rod/gear locker for rods up to 7’ 6” (2.29 m) long
Port & starboard bow lockers w/room for rods up to 7’ 6” (2.29 m) long
Bow bicycle seat & aft folding fishing chair
Bow panel w/tilt control
12V, 54-lb. thrust foot-controlled trolling motor
Custom-matched trailer w/GALVASHIELD® corrosion protection, swing-away tongue & EZ lube hubs