Research 2018 - Tracker Boats - Panfish 16

New for 2018, the TRACKER Panfish 16 features our exclusive Diamond Coat finish and the VERSATRACK accessory-mounting system in the wider 3" gunnels. With its helm-forward design and stick-steering set-up, it's easy-to-fish, easy-to-load and offers unobstructed visibility for navigating woody coves and smaller rivers. You can drive, troll and fish from one comfortable seat.

Add in the 5 big storage compartments, a 14-gallon, cushion-top livewell and a Lowrance color fishfinder, and you've got a highly capable fishing machine for whatever species you like to catch. And it's backed with the TRACKER Promise—the best factory warranty in aluminum boats.
Beam: 5 ft. 10 in.
Fuel tank capacity: 11
Max load: 880
Standard features:
Specifications:
Length 16' 2"
Beam 5' 10"
Bottom width 4'
Max. recommended HP 40 HP
Fuel capacity 11.4 gal.
Max. person capacity 4 persons
Max. person weight 465 lbs.
Max. person, motor & gear weight 880 lbs.
Interior depth 15.5"
Transom height 21.4"
Deadrise at bow 13 degrees
Deadrise at transom 6 degrees
Hull material 0.090 5052 marine alloy
Average weight 766 lbs.
Average package weight 1495 lbs.
Package height 4' 1"
Package width 5' 11"
Towing length 21' 2"
Storage length (w/outboard trimmed down) 20' 2"


Features

Certification & Safety
Backed by the MAKO Assurance 5+Life—the best factory warranty in the business
NMMA certified
Flotation meets or exceeds NMMA & U.S. Coast Guard Requirements
Easy-fill EPA-compliant fuel tank system
Bow & stern eyes
4 cleats
2 battery trays
3 drink holders
Motor-stop safety lanyard
Fire extinguisher
Horn
Paddle


Console
Lowrance HOOK-3x color fishfinder w/transducer
Stick steering for precise maneuverability
Mercury control box
Fuse-protected control center w/horn, navigation lights, bilge, aerator, 12V outlet & fuel gauge


Construction & Exterior
NEW Diamond Coat finish w/industry-exclusive, baked-on powder coat & clearcoat for long-lasting durability, color & good looks
Rugged, all-welded, 1-piece aluminum hull w/pressed-in strakes & chines for structural strength & handling
Robotically welded, all-aluminum box-beam transom w/corner braces welded in to unitize & strengthen the hull
Welded-in longitudinal stringer system for full-length support of the running surface
Expanding foam injected into hull cavities for added hull stiffening, flotation & a quieter ride
NEW 3" (7.62 cm), heavy-duty extruded 1-piece gunnels for structural strength & rigidity
Pressure-treated floor & decks w/limited lifetime warranty
Flush-mount, carpeted, all-aluminum compartment lids for structural rigidity, tight fit & long-term durability
Black & Red graphic scheme


Electrical, Mechanical & Plumbing Systems
500 GPH (1,893 LPH) bilge pump
Bow courtesy light built into navigation light
Stowable navigation lights
Interstate batteries: 1 cranking & 1 trolling
12V trolling motor harness & receptacle
Wiring system wrapped in abrasion-resistant protective conduit


Interior
100% composite fishing seats w/contoured, pinchless hinges & snap-off cushions
Elevated bow & aft casting decks w/storage below bow deck
2 folding fishing chairs w/molded frames for close-to-the-action floor-level fishing
Seating for 2 on midship cushion-top livewell
Deep, molded dry storage boxes below each seat
2 top-loading carpeted rod/gear lockers—7' (2.1 m) port, 7' (2.1 m) starboard
NEW exclusive VERSATRACK accessory-mounting channel in gunnels
16-oz. (.45 kg) marine-grade, fishing-friendly, Midnight Star cut-pile carpet throughout


Livewell Systems
14-gal. (53 L) aerated livewell w/cushion-top seat
Removable bait bucket
500 GPH (1,893 LPH) aerator/fill pump
Molded 1-piece construction w/rounded corners for easy cleanup & to protect your catch


Performance
Pressed-in keel & strakes for optimal performance
Factory-matched, performance-tested aluminum propeller


Trailer
Custom-fit, single-axle trailer w/powder-coat finish & GALVASHIELD Impact corrosion & chip protection for improved durability
Silver Metallic powder-coat wheels w/13" (33.02 cm) radial tires
Super Lube hubs for quick & complete hub lubrication
Pivot-up locking jack w/swivel wheel
Heavy-duty winch w/nylon strap & bow safety strap
Outboard motor support to reduce hull & transom stress while towing
Heavy-duty upright load guides for easy, centered loading
Carpeted bunks to protect hull
Submersible LED lighting
Nylon tie-down straps (supplied w/boat package)
Safety cables


Trolling Motor
Minn Kota Edge 12V, 45-lb. (20.4 kg) thrust, 45" (1.1 m) shaft, foot-control trolling motor
Thru-bolted trolling motor mount for durability

Depth fish finder; Trolling motor;