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2027
Z21 XL
w/ 250 L Pro XS® FourStroke w/Torque Master Mercury® Pro XS®
Boat, Motor, & Trailer
| View Price w/ Prep & Freight: | Select Dealer |
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NO HAGGLE NO HASSLE® National Price
Base Price
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$68595
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Z21 XL Overview
Sports car performance, sedan comfort, and SUV utility. The 2027 NITRO® Z21 XL combines all three to create the ultimate no-holds-barred bassin’ rig. In the 21-foot class, the Z21 XL stands alone with performance-driven fishability, a colossal casting deck, a pro-inspired layout, and the tournament-focused features demanded by serious anglers.
Up front, the extra-wide bow delivers exceptional stability on the trolling motor, while the padded front deck helps keep you comfortable from first cast to final weigh-in. Massive center storage compartments keep rods, tackle, and gear organized, secure, and ready at a moment’s notice. Slam latches provide quick, reliable access while maintaining a clean, unobstructed deck.
In the cockpit, an EVA foam floor pad delivers fast-drying, non-skid comfort, while the helm is designed with serious anglers in mind, accommodating electronics up to 16", a full gauge package, and the NITRO® Z-TOUCH™ touchscreen control center. Premium Z-CORE™ suspension seating helps smooth out rough water and keeps you planted in high-performance turns with supportive side bolsters.
Beneath it all, the Z21 XL’s NVT™ hull technology delivers rapid hole shots, agile handling, and impressive top-end performance. Engineered with real-world tournament conditions in mind, the Z21 XL is built to excel with a full load of gear, a fishing partner onboard, and livewells full, delivering the pro-level experience anglers expect from NITRO.
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Specifications
| Length | 6.45 m | 21' 2'' |
| Beam | 2.41 m | 7' 11'' |
| Bottom Width | 1.88 m | 6' 2'' |
| Max. Recommended HP | 300 HP | |
| Fuel Capacity | 227.1 L | 60 gal. |
| Max. Person Capacity | 4 persons | |
| Max. Person Weight | 374.21 kg | 825 lbs. |
| Max. Person, Motor & Gear Weight | 816.47 kg | 1800 lbs. |
| Interior Depth | 46.99 cm | 18.5'' |
| Transom Height | 57.15 cm | 22.5'' |
| Deadrise | 16 degrees | |
| Draft | 40.64 cm | 16'' |
| Average Dry Weight | 975.22 kg | 2150 lbs. |
| Average Package Weight | 1837.05 kg | 4050 lbs. |
| Package Height | 1.91 m | 6' 3'' |
| Package Width | 2.59 m | 8' 6'' |
| Towing Length | 8.51 m | 27' 11'' |
| Storage Length | 7.42 m | 24' 4'' |
Motor Options
| AVAILABLE MOTOR | ESTIMATED SPEEDS | ||||
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| Mercury® Pro XS® | |||||
| 250 L Pro XS® FourStroke w/Torque Master | - |
$68595 USD
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Select Dealer | ||
| 300 L Pro XS® FourStroke w/Torque Master | - |
$72445 USD
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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
- Digital Camo non-skid bow & stern mats
- Low-profile gunnels to maximize deck size & for easier casting
- Integrated fold-down stainless steel reboarding ladder, angled for allowing optional shallow-water anchor
- Spare propeller holder
- 4 stainless steel pull-up cleats
- 4 grab handles (1 at each seat)
- Fire extinguisher
- Horn
- Paddle
Livewell System
- 2 aft 19-gal. (71.92 L) insulated, rotomolded GUARDIAN™ livewells w/digital timers & rounded corners
- 600 GPH (2,271 LPH) aerator/fill pump
- 600 GPH (2,271 LPH) livewell recirculation/pump-out system
- Oxygen generator in each livewell
- Livewell control valve
- Dual remote drain controls
Trolling Motor
- Minn Kota® Fortrex® 36V, 112-lb. (50.8 kg) thrust, 45" (1.14 m) shaft trolling motor w/Dual Spectrum CHIRP™
- Trolling motor pedal recess
Console
- Modular, aerodynamic console design w/expanded leg clearance & large fishfinder surface
- Removable acrylic, tinted plexiglass windscreen
- Lowrance® Elite FS® 7 flush-mounted fishfinder
- 7" (17.78 cm) NITRO® Z-TOUCH™ digital touchscreen control w/1-touch boat controls including First Fish & Nite modes; master power; trim; lighting; bilge; livewells & more
- Key fob remote w/First Fish & Nite modes, trim control & master power on/off
- First Fish feature fills & recirculates livewell w/1 touch for stress-free livewell prep
- Shallow Water & Hole Shot modes, auto trims, motor & hydraulic jackplate (If equipped)
- Z3 digital gauges
- Dash light dimmer
- Tilt hydraulic steering
- 12V outlet
- LED courtesy light
- Ready to accept optional removable port console
Interior
- 45-sq.-ft., (4.2-sq.-m) anti-fatigue, padded bow deck for comfort & casting mobility
- Bike seat w/hydraulic pedestal
- Folding fishing seat w/composite frame & hydraulic pedestal
- Bow tool/drink holder
- Bow port & starboard rod hold-down straps
- Bow dual day box
- Molded-in drainage channels around bow storage compartments
- Oversized, lockable bow port & starboard rod lockers w/lift assists for rods up to 8' (2.44 m) & 23 tapered tubes in port locker
- Rod organizer in bow port rod locker
- Bow dual center box w/room for 18, 3700 tackle boxes w/removable dividers, 7-across rod storage, magnetic under-lid lure organizer & easy view of plastics holder
- Ventilation fan in bow storage box
- Step to bow deck w/86-qt. (81.39 L) insulated cooler, removable trash receptacle & snap-in sandwich tray
- Port below-console pull-out storage drawer
- Footrest w/non-skid mat under console(s)
- Z-CORE™ seating system w/Force Flex suspension & contoured, rotomolded frame for driver & passenger seats
- Adjustable sliding driver & passenger seats
- Integrated center storage between seats
- Designated net storage behind seating
- Built-in tournament ruler & holder
- Passenger rod ramp w/rod handle organizer & hold-down strap
- 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
- MarineMat cockpit floor
- 24-oz. (.68 kg) plush, marine-grade cut pile carpet on deck
- Stainless steel lockable slam latches
- Lift-out tool/rope storage tray in rigging compartment
Performance
- 16° variable deadrise hull
- RAPID PLANING SYSTEM™ (RPS™) for quicker holeshots & maximized speed
- 12" (30.48 cm) adjustable jack plate—Black
- Rigging tube for organized wiring & abrasion resistance
- Stainless steel propeller
Construction & Exterior
- NEW color material & finishes
- 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
- Splashwell protective film
- Black hardware
Electrical
- 1,600 GPH (6,057 LPH) bilge pump
- Automatic bilge pump
- Wireless bow keypad
- LED console courtesy light
- Manual LED-lighted bow gear storage
- Automatic LED-lighted bow port & starboard rod storage
- Remote drain plug
- Interstate® cranking battery
- 3 heavy-duty Interstate® trolling batteries
- NOCO® GB40 jump starter pack
- 4-bank, 40-amp battery charger
- 6-gauge trolling motor wiring w/50-amp circuit breaker
- Single, completely-sealed ECM
- Automotive-style labeled fuse panel w/cover
- Master power switch
- Ventilation fan system in bow storage
- Waterproof Deutsch connectors on gauges
- Water- & abrasion-resistant connectors
Trailer
- Custom-fit, tandem-axle steel NITRO® trailer w/enhanced stability & performance
- Surge disc brakes on both axles
- 14" (35.56 cm) aluminum wheels w/radial tires
- Hub system w/1-year limited warranty
- Spare tire carrier w/matching spare
- All-welded rectangular GALVASHIELD® frame
- Lockable storage box that will hold folding 4-way cross wrench & chocks (not included)
- 7-pin connector
- Space-saving swing-away tongue to reduce storage length
- 1,600-lb. (725.75 kg) swing-up locking jack w/swivel wheel
- Heavy-duty winch w/nylon strap & bow safety strap
- Integrated winch stand step & safety handle for boarding at bow while boat is on trailer
- Fiberglass fenders w/integrated back-up lights
- Outboard motor support to reduce hull & transom stress while towing
- Carpeted bunks & fender boards to protect hull
- Submersible LED lights
- Retractable transom tie downs
- Safety cables
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