Research 2018 - Tahoe Boats - 500 TF

Turn up the music and tune out the rest of the world as you make your escape on the TAHOE 500 TF.

Designed and outfitted for everything from cruising to fishing to towsports to lounging to swimming, this nimble, eye-catching fiberglass fish-and-ski runabout is ready to please everyone. So, load up the watersports gear, grab the rod and reel combos and tackle and set your course for away!
Draft: 1 ft. 7 in.
Beam: 7 ft. 10 in.
Fuel tank capacity: 33
Max load: 1500
Standard features:
Specifications:
Length 19' 10"
Beam 7' 10"
Bottom width 6' 8"
Max. recommended HP 175 HP
Fuel capacity 33 gal.
Max. person capacity 8 persons
Max. person weight 1300 lbs.
Max. person, motor & gear weight 1500 lbs.
Interior depth 32.5"
Deadrise 16 degrees
Draft (trimmed up) 15"
Draft (trimmed down) 30.5"
Average hull weight w/motor 2395 lbs.
Average hull weight 1940 lbs.
Average package weight 3291 lbs.
Bridge clearance 4' 5"
Bridge clearance w/wakeboard tower 7'
Package height 6' 8"
Package height w/wakeboard tower 9' 7"
Package width 8' 4"
Towing length 24' 9"
Storage length 21' 6"


Features

Comfort, Convenience & Peace of Mind
NMMA certified
EPA-compliant fuel system
Ski tow pylon receptacle
Drink holders
6 stainless steel mooring cleats
Stainless steel passenger grab handles
Fire extinguisher
Horn
Paddle


Console
Walk-thru tempered safety glass windshield w/black powder-coated aluminum frame
Port console w/storage compartment & trays
Stereo w/Bluetooth, MP3 input & 2 speakers
Helm console w/speedometer, tachometer, fuel gauge, trim gauge, water pressure gauge & voltmeter
Water-resistant toggle switches
Water-resistant toggle switches
Storage for electronic devices at helm


Construction & Exterior
Hand-laid hull & stringer system for strength & durability
Finished gelcoat full-length fiberglass foam-filled stringer system bonded to the hull
Hull & deck chemically bonded & mechanically fastened
Closed-molded interior parts for lightweight, durable construction
Port & starboard aft swim platforms w/top-loading, fold-down 4-step boarding ladder & integrated grabrail


Electrical
LED interior courtesy lights
Navigation lights w/LED bow lights & removable stern light
Interstate cranking battery
Automotive-style fuse panel w/circuit breaker-protected harness
12V outlets
Water-resistant connectors on all pumps, courtesy lights & navigation lights


Fishing Features
Minn Kota PowerDrive 12V, 55-lb. (24.9 kg) thrust, 54" (1.37 m) shaft, trolling motor w/key fob remote & removable mount
Bow & aft fishing seat positions w/non-skid surfaces
2 removable fishing seats w/pedestals, designated storage space & storage bags
3 port rod holders
10-gal. (37.85 L) insulated aerated livewell w/500 GPH (1,892.71 LPH) pump, adjustable spray head & overflow drain
Interstate Series 27 trolling battery w/tray
Charger for trolling battery


Interior
Non-skid fiberglass floor
29-oz. (.82 kg) expanded polyester-back marine-grade UV-resistant upholstery w/color-keyed accents
Anchor locker
Bow lounge seating w/removable cushions, non-skid surface & molded-in storage below
Bow port & starboard backrests flip up to provide access to console storage
Adjustable driver & passenger bucket seats w/slide & swivel
Starboard side storage
In-floor wakeboard/ski storage compartment
Aft bench seat w/insulated port storage compartment, removable 36-qt. (34.07 L) cooler & starboard livewell
Aft full-width padded sundeck w/flip-up removable cushion, pedestal fishing seat location, engine compartment storage below & starboard storage


Performance
POWERGLIDE hull design w/reverse chine & HYDROSTEP strakes for increased overall performance
Factory-matched propeller


Trailer
Custom-fit, single-axle trailer w/GALVASHIELD® Impact corrosion & chip protection for improved durability
Disc brakes
Chrome wheels & matching hub covers w/15" (38.1 cm) radial tires
Super Lube hubs for quick & complete hub lubrication
1,200-lb. (544.31 kg) swing-up locking jack w/swivel wheel
Space-saving swing-away tongue
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

Trolling motor; Stereo; Swim platform;