2018 Nitro Z21

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Used

Boat in Leitchfield, KY 42754 US

builtBuilt in 2018
Year the boat was built
model

Z21

Boat model
engine

1 Engine (--)

Engine type and count
length

21.2 feet

Overall boat length
fuel

Gas

Fuel type
material

Fiberglass/Reinforced

Hull material
Nominal Length
21.17ft
Length Overall
21.17ft
Beam
7.92ft
Deadrise At Transom
16deg
Dry Weight
2150lb
Max Passengers
4
Max Capacity
1800
Fuel Tanks
55gal
Hull Material
fiberglass
Hull Shape
modified-vee
Engine 1
Engine Type
outboard
Fuel Type
gasoline
Additional Details
  • Length:21' 2"
  • Length: 21' 2"
  • Beam: 95"
  • Bottom width: 74"
  • Max. recommended HP: 300 HP
  • Fuel capacity: 55 gal.
  • Max. person capacity: 4 persons
  • Max. person weight: 825 lbs.
  • Max. person, motor & gear weight: 1800 lbs.
  • Interior depth: 18.5"
  • Transom height: 22.5"
  • Deadrise: 16 degrees
  • Draft: 16"
  • Average weight: 2150 lbs.
  • Average package weight: 4050 lbs.
  • Package height: 6' 3"
  • Package width: 8' 6"
  • Towing length: 27' 11"
  • Storage length: 24' 4"
Standard Features

Comfort, Convenience & Peace of Mind

  • NMMA® certified
  • Flotation meets or exceeds NMMA® & U.S. Coast Guard Requirements
  • EPA-compliant fuel system
  • Anti-fatigue, padded comfort bow deck
  • Non-skid mats bow & stern
  • Remote oil fill (OptiMax® motors only)
  • Spare prop holder
  • 5 drink holders
  • 4 stainless steel pull-up cleats
  • Integrated fold-down stainless steel reboarding ladder, angled for allowing optional shallow-water anchor
  • 4 grab handles (1 at each seat)
  • Built-in tournament ruler & holder
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Horn
  • Paddle

 

Console

  • NEW console design w/2" (5.08 cm) additional leg room
  • Flush-mounted Lowrance® Elite-7 Ti Combo fishfinder w/GPS
  • Hydraulic steering w/tilt
  • Removable acrylic, tinted windscreen
  • Ready to accept optional removable port console
  • Custom-molded modular console w/2-tone gelcoat
  • Veethree® multi-function instrumentation w/speedometer/fuel gauge, tach/trim gauge, water pressure gauge & oil level indicator
  • Digital switch panel w/blue backlight & soft-touch shroud
  • Dash light dimmer
  • Waterproof digital switches
  • LED courtesy light
  • Below-console RAM® X-Grip® phone holder & 12V outlet

 

Construction & Exterior

  • NEW 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

 

Electrical

  • E-Start emergency jump start system
  • Bow panel w/trolling motor receptacle, anchor/light switch, trim switch & capability to flush mount 12" (30.5 cm) graph
  • 1,600 GPH (6,057 LPH) bilge pump
  • Automatic bilge
  • LED console courtesy light
  • Bow navigation lights integrated into gunnels w/stowable stern light
  • Manual LED-lighted bow storage
  • Automatic LED-lighted starboard bow rod storage
  • Automotive-style labeled fuse panel w/cover
  • Interstate® 27M-XHD cranking battery
  • 2 heavy-duty Interstate® Series 29 trolling batteries
  • 3-bank, 30-amp onboard battery charger w/exterior receptacle
  • 6-gauge trolling motor wiring w/50-amp circuit breaker
  • Master power switch
  • Ventilation fan system in bow storage
  • Waterproof Deutsch plugin gauge connectors
  • Water/abrasion-resistant connectors

 

Interior

  • NEW Z-Core seating system w/Force Flex suspension & contoured, rotomolded frame (driver & passenger seats)
  • Adjustable sliding driver & passenger seats w/removable center seat cushion
  • 45-sq.-ft., (4.2-sq.-m) anti-fatigue, padded bow deck for comfort & mobility
  • Step-up to bow deck w/86-qt. (81 L) insulated cooler, removable trash receptacle & snap-in sandwich tray
  • Bike seat w/hydraulic pedestal
  • Folding fishing seat w/composite frame & hydraulic pedestal
  • Designated net storage behind seating
  • Trolling motor pedal recess for Minn Kota® & MotorGuide® trolling motors
  • Oversized, lockable port & starboard bow rod lockers w/lift assists for rods up to 8' (2.44 m)
  • Rod organizer in port rod locker
  • Molded-in drainage channels around bow storage compartments
  • Port & starboard bow rod hold-down straps
  • Oversized lockable center bow storage locker w/Tackle Management System
  • Center bow magnetic under-lid lure organizer
  • 2 large, lockable center bow storage lockers w/lift assists
  • Partner rod ramp w/rod handle organizer & hold-down strap
  • Port below-console pull-out storage drawer
  • 1 lift-out, molded aft port storage box that will accept four 3700 tackle trays w/propeller under storage
  • 1 lift-out, molded aft starboard storage box that will accept seven 3700 tackle trays
  • Molded utility rigging compartment w/lift-out tool/rope storage tray
  • Molded utility rigging compartment for easy access to batteries & pumps & easy cleanup
  • 24-oz. (.68 kg) plush, marine-grade cut pile carpet on deck & floor
  • Stainless steel lockable compression latches
  • Footrest w/non-skid mat under console(s)
  • Insulated aluminum lids w/welded corners

 

Livewell Systems

  • 2 insulated aft 19-gal. (72 L) Guardian™ livewells w/digital timers
  • 750 GPH (2,840 LPH) livewell recirculation/pump-out system
  • 500 GPH (1,893 LPH) aerator/fill pump
  • Oxygen generator in each livewell
  • Dual remote drain controls
  • Rotomolded w/rounded corners

 

Performance

  • 16° variable deadrise hull
  • Rapid Planing System™ for quicker holeshots & maximized speed
  • 8" (20.0 cm) adjustable jack plate (Verado® only)
  • 12" (30.5 cm) adjustable jack plate (OptiMax® only)
  • Rigging tube for organized wiring & abrasion resistance
  • Stainless steel propeller

 

Trailer

  • Custom-fit, tandem-axle NITRO® trailer w/powder-coat finish & GALVASHIELD® Impact corrosion & chip protection for improved durability
  • NEW 7-pin connector
  • Surge disc brakes on 1 axle
  • 14" (35.6 cm) custom aluminum wheels w/radial tires
  • No Touch Vortex hub lubrication system w/6-yr. 100,000-mile limited warranty
  • Spare tire carrier w/matching spare
  • All-welded rectangular GALVASHIELD® frame
  • Space-saving swing-away tongue to reduce storage length
  • 1,600-lb. (726 kg) swing-up locking jack w/swivel wheel
  • Heavy-duty winch w/nylon strap & bow safety strap
  • Integrated winch stand step w/safety handle for easier boarding/reboarding at bow while boat is on trailer
  • Outboard motor support to reduce hull & transom stress while towing
  • Fiberglass fender design w/integrated back-up lights
  • Carpeted bunks & fender boards to protect hull
  • Submersible LED lights
  • Safety cables

 

Trolling Motor

  • Minn Kota® Maxxum® 24V, 80-lb. (36.3 kg) thrust, 42" (1.07 m) shaft, foot-control trolling motor
Disclaimer
The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.

Contact Renegade Marine & Outdoors Center

415 Commerce Drive, Leitchfield, KY, 42754

Boattest.com Review

Boat Test Review on BoatTest.com

Overview

The Nitro Z21 Bass Boat represents an all-new design aimed at bass fishing enthusiasts who demand both high performance and practical fishing features. At 21 feet 2 inches in length, it is the largest bass boat in its class, combining stability, speed, and ample fishing space. Powered by a Mercury 250 Pro XS two-stroke outboard engine, the Z21 is engineered to deliver competitive performance that can make a difference in tournament settings.

Power and Performance

The Z21 is equipped with a Mercury 250 Pro XS two-stroke outboard paired with a 14x24 Fury stainless steel three-blade propeller. During testing, the boat achieved a top speed of 71.1 mph at 6,000 rpm, consuming 22.8 gallons per hour, which translates to a range of approximately 154 miles. The most efficient cruising speed was found at 4,000 rpm, where the boat maintained 39.9 mph while burning 9 gallons per hour, extending the range to 219 miles. Weighing 3,243 pounds, the Z21 is heavier than some competitors, but this added weight enhances stability and ride quality in choppy conditions and wakes. The Rapid Planing System contributes to quick acceleration, allowing the boat to plane off in 3.5 seconds, reach 20 mph in 6 seconds, and 30 mph in 8.6 seconds, ensuring responsive handling and a strong hole shot.

Fishing Features and Exterior Design

The Z21 offers extensive fishing amenities, starting with a spacious 45 square foot padded casting deck at the bow. It includes a Minn Kota trolling motor with recessed foot controls, a cup holder, switch panel, and ample space to flush mount a fish finder up to 12 inches. Bow navigation lights are also flush mounted for a sleek appearance. The forward fishing seat is adjustable to accommodate anglers of varying heights, and a tool holder is conveniently located nearby. The aft casting deck is similarly spacious, featuring a removable fishing chair and a stainless steel boarding ladder on the port swim step for easy water access. Storage is abundant, with an 8-foot rod locker on the port side capable of holding at least 15 rods, additional smaller compartments, and a large starboard locker. All hatches are reinforced with aluminum, gas-strut assisted, and lockable to secure valuable gear. The aft deck contains tackle box slots, two 19-gallon livewells, removable tubs, and access to batteries, trim pump, and oil tank. A notable innovation is the battery switch that allows the trolling motor battery to jumpstart the engine if the cranking battery is depleted.

Interior and Helm

Nitro collaborated with a NASCAR team, leveraging expertise from Bass Pro Shops' sponsorship of driver Tony Stewart, to develop shock-absorbing seats with thick wraparound padding and rugged grab rails for enhanced comfort and durability. The port bucket seat features an angled footrest, and the center seat is removable to facilitate easier movement during tournaments. The helm is thoughtfully designed with a turn signal style trim switch that enables motor adjustments without removing hands from the wheel. The dashboard includes a water pressure gauge beneath the tachometer, which doubles as a trim indicator, and space for a flush-mounted 12-inch fish finder or other electronics. Additional instrumentation includes a speedometer with integrated fuel and oil level gauges, and a touchscreen switch panel. The steering wheel is tilt-adjustable, and the gunwale control is dedicated to engaging the motor, complemented by a foot throttle. Livewell controls are conveniently located below the shifter, and a cleverly concealed cell phone holder under the console protects devices from the elements while keeping them accessible. Adjacent rod storage and a glove box add to the functional layout.

Additional Amenities

Beneath the step leading to the forward casting deck, the Z21 houses a cooler with improved insulation, a removable wastebasket, and a snap-in sandwich holder designed to keep food dry and secure. When closed, the cooler hatch provides cup holders and tool holders within easy reach. The boat is equipped with four pull-up cleats that retract to prevent fishing line snags, enhancing safety and convenience during docking and fishing activities.

Conclusion

The Nitro Z21 Bass Boat successfully balances high-performance capabilities with practical fishing features, making it a compelling choice for serious bass anglers. Its large casting decks, innovative storage solutions, and stable ride quality set it apart within its class. Coupled with a competitive price point that includes the boat, motor, and trailer, the Z21 offers a well-rounded package for tournament anglers and fishing enthusiasts alike.

Overview from around the web 2018 Nitro Z21

Customers are praising the 2018 Nitro Z21 for its exceptional performance on the water, highlighting its powerful Mercury engine that delivers impressive speed and smooth handling

Many appreciate the spacious and comfortable layout, which is perfect for both fishing and family outings. The boat's high-quality construction and sleek design receive frequent compliments, as do the advanced features such as integrated electronics and ample storage. Overall, users find the Nitro Z21 to be a reliable and versatile fishing boat that offers great value for its price.

The Biggest Pros and Cons

The 2018 Nitro Z21 offers a compelling blend of performance, comfort, and versatility, making it a popular choice among bass fishing enthusiasts. Here’s a breakdown of its pros and cons:

Pros

High-Performance Hull: The Z21 features Nitro’s advanced hull design, providing excellent stability, smooth handling, and a comfortable ride even in choppy waters.

Powerful Engine Options: Equipped with robust Mercury Pro XS outboard engines, the boat delivers impressive speed and reliable power for quick runs to your favorite fishing spots.

Spacious Deck Layout: The 21-foot deck offers ample room for casting, maneuvering, and storing gear, enhancing the overall fishing experience.

Quality Construction: Built with durable materials and attention to detail, the Z21 ensures longevity and durability on the water.

Advanced Electronics: Many models come pre-wired for fish finders, GPS, and trolling motors, making it easy to upgrade your onboard technology.

Comfort Features: Comfortable seating, plenty of storage compartments, and easy access to live wells contribute to a user-friendly design.

Cons

Price Point: As a premium bass boat, the Nitro Z21 can be on the higher end of the price spectrum, which might be a consideration for budget-conscious buyers.

Fuel Consumption: The powerful engines, while great for performance, may result in higher fuel consumption compared to smaller or less powerful boats.

Limited Seating Capacity: While spacious for fishing, the boat’s seating is optimized for anglers and may not accommodate large groups comfortably.

Maintenance: Like any high-performance boat, regular maintenance is essential to keep the Z21 running at peak condition, which can add to ownership costs.

Made For

The 2018 Nitro Z21 is designed for serious anglers who demand high performance and versatility on the water. Whether you're a tournament competitor or a weekend fishing enthusiast, this boat offers the power, advanced features, and spacious layout needed to elevate your fishing experience. Its combination of speed, stability, and cutting-edge technology makes it ideal for those who want to fish confidently in a variety of conditions.

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