2021 White River Marine Z17

The nimble NITRO® Z17 is a fiberglass bass boat that’s easy to fish, easy to tow and priced just right for first-time owners and amateur tournament competitors. It shares many of the features of the larger Z Series boats, including our revolutionary NVT™ hull, an insulated cooler, lockable rod storage, tackle storage and custom seating.

The deck is optimized for tournament angling with a lockable center rod organizer for rods up to 7’ 6”, as well as carpeted, lockable port and starboard storage boxes for tackle and rods up to 7’. Plus, a massive 23-gallon NITRO-exclusive GUARDIAN™ aerated, divided and timed livewell to keep your fish healthy all the way to the weigh-in.

Features May Include:

Comfort, Convenience & Peace Of Mind

• Flotation meets or exceeds NMMA® & U.S. Coast Guard requirements
• EPA-compliant fuel system
• Non-skid bow & stern mats
• 4 stainless steel, angled cleats flushed w/gunnels
• 2 grab handles (1 at passenger, 1 at transom)
• Fire extinguisher
• Horn
• Paddle

Livewell Systems

• Aft 23-gal. (87.06 L) GUARDIAN™ aerated livewell w/divider & timer
• 500 GPH (1,892.71 LPH) livewell recirculation/pump-out system
• 500 GPH (1,892.71 LPH) aerator/fill pump
• Rotomolded w/rounded corners

Trolling Motor

• Minn Kota® Edge® 12V, 55-lb. (24.95 kg) thrust, 45" (1.14 m) shaft foot-control trolling motor
• Trolling motor pedal recess

Console

• Custom-molded modular console w/2-tone gelcoat
• Lowrance® HOOK2 4x flush-mounted fishfinder
• Single cable, no feedback rotary steering w/tilt
• Removable acrylic, tinted windscreen
• Ready to accept optional removable port console
• Veethree® multifunction instrumentation w/speedometer/fuel gauge, tach/trim gauge, voltmeter gauge & water pressure gauge
• Dash light dimmer
• Water-resistant switch panels
• LED courtesy light
• 12V outlet
• Room to flush-mount optional, exchanged 9" (22.86 cm) fishfinder

Interior

• 32-sq.-ft. (3.0-sq.-m) bow deck for casting mobility w/lots of storage
• Bike seat w/pedestal
• Folding fishing seat w/composite frame
• Driver & passenger bucket seats w/molded-in storage below
• Bow port & starboard rod hold-down straps
• Molded-in drainage channels around bow storage compartments
• Oversized, lockable bow port & starboard rod lockers for rods up to 7' (2.13 m)
• Oversized lockable bow center storage locker w/lift assist & organizer for 4 rods up to 7' 6" (2.29 m)
• Step to bow deck w/42-qt. (39.75 L) insulated cooler
• Partner rod ramp w/rod handle organizer & hold-down strap
• Footrest w/non-skid mat under console(s)
• Step to aft deck w/polymer lid
• 2 lift-out, molded aft storage boxes that will each accept seven 3700 tackle trays
• Molded utility rigging compartment for easy access to batteries & pumps & easy cleanup
• Insulated aluminum lids w/welded corners
• 16-oz. (.45 kg) plush, marine-grade cut pile carpet on decks & floor
• Lockable latches

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

• 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
• Foam-filled hull for optimal buoyancy & safety
• Full-width fiberglass-encapsulated composite transom
• Low-profile gunnels to maximize deck size & for easier casting
• Integrated fold-down stainless steel reboarding ladder, angled for allowing optional shallow-water anchor

Electrical

• Bow panel w/trolling motor receptacle, anchor/light switch, trim switch & capability to flush mount 9" (22.86 cm) fishfinder
• LED console courtesy light
• Automotive-style labeled fuse panel w/cover
• Interstate® cranking battery
• Heavy-duty Interstate® trolling battery
• 2-bank, 10-amp battery charger w/exterior receptacle
• 6-gauge trolling motor wiring w/50-amp circuit breaker
• Master power switch
• Waterproof Deutsch plugin gauge connectors
• Water/abrasion-resistant connectors

Trailer

• Custom-fit, single-axle NITRO® trailer powdercoated w/GALVASHIELD® Impact corrosion & chip protection for improved durability
• 7-pin connector
• 13" (33.02 cm) chrome wheels w/radial tires
• Spare tire carrier (spare tire available at additional cost)
• All-welded rectangular GALVASHIELD® frame
• Space-saving swing-away tongue to reduce storage length
• Fold-away tongue jack
• 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