Engine
Mercury 175L PRO XS
Total Power
175hp
Engine Hours
-
Class
Other
Length
19ft
Year
2025
Model
Pro Skiff 18 Backwater Edition
Capacity
-
Boat Details
Description
COMING SOON
2025 MAKO 18 Pro Skiff Backwater Edition
COMING SOON! PACKAGED PRICED WITH A MERCURY 175L PRO XS AND SINGLE AXLE ALUMINUM I-BEAM TRAILER!
The all-new MAKO 18 Pro Skiff Backwater is a new breed of skinny-water predator that's loaded with unbeatable fishing features, quality, and value. With an emphasis on edge-to-edge stability and a feature set tailored for the flats, the 18 Pro Skiff Backwater is at home in inches of water and inshore and nearshore fisheries. The second generation Rapid Planing System® hull design pops onto plane instantly, even in shallow water with a load. Each 18 Pro Skiff Backwater comes with a trailer that's custom-fitted to its hull that features disc brakes, LED lights, and our legendary aluminum I-beam construction for a lifetime of smooth, hassle-free trailering. With 360-degree fishing, an aerated livewell, and your choice of the latest fishing electronics, the MAKO 18 Pro Skiff Backwater is the perfect inshore package.
Factory Installed Options / Upgrades Include:
- Backed by MAKO® Assurance 5+Life—the best factory warranty in saltwater boats
- 360° fishability
- Minn Kota® Terrova® 24V, 80-lb. (36.29 kg) thrust, 60" (1.52 m) shaft trolling motor w/i-Pilot®
- Anchor locker
- BACKWATER EDITION marine decking w/yacht style non-skid grit
- Matte Black powdercoated rails
- Raised bow fishing platform w/yacht style non-skid surface & closed storage compartments
- Fiberglass forward-console seat w/7-gal. (26.5 L) insulated baitwell & padded seat cushion
- Infused console w/contoured acrylic windscreen, 7" (17.78 cm) Sharktooth™ digital gauge, SeaStar® tilt hydraulic steering, Black anodized steering wheel w/knob & below-console storage area
- Wet Sounds® 4-channel speaker sound package
- Powdercoated aluminum console grab rail
- Console side rails w/6 vertical rod holders & tool holder slots
- Helm seat backrest
- Raised aft fishing platform w/yacht style non-skid surface & insulated storage/fishboxes
- Aft 26-gal. (98.42 L) baitwell w/Pro-Air® aeration system
- Aft reboarding ladder w/platform
- Power-Pole® Pro II Series 8' (2.44 m) shallow-water anchor—Black
- TRACKER® Lithium trolling batteries
- NOCO® GENIUS10™ 2-bank battery charger
- Gen 2 RAPID PLANING SYSTEM™ hull design for better lift, faster holeshot & better handling
- Premium marine-grade stainless steel hardware & fasteners throughout
- 100% composite construction
- 2-tone high-density marine-grade vinyl upholstery w/stain-resistant coating & composite substrates on seats
- 4 flip-up cleats on gunnels
- Heavy-duty rub rail
- Deluxe trailer upgrade w/bow step; hydraulic brakes; space-saving swing-away tongue; 15" (38.1 cm) aluminum wheels w/radial tires; & spare tire carrier
Measurements
Dimensions
Nominal Length:18.5ft
Length Overall:18ft
Beam:7.83ft
Propulsion
Engine Make:Mercury
Engine Model:175L PRO XS
Total Power:175hp
Engine Type:outboard
Fuel Type:gasoline