2024 Mako 18 LTS
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The MAKO® 18 LTS is a favorite among ardent inshore anglers who want a fast, shallow-drafting boat that’s equally at home in the flats or the bay. 100% composite construction and our exclusive RAPID PLANING SYSTEM™ mean it’s a rugged but nimble fishing machine that jumps onto plane and gives a smooth, dry ride.
Like every MAKO, the 18 LTS is backed by MAKO Assurance 5+Life—a best-in-class factory warranty that guarantees the quality of your boat for life. Complete with a custom-matched aluminum trailer and a Mercury® outboard, you'll be ready to raid the coast right from the dealer.
Basic Boat Info
Dimensions
Tanks
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Length:18' 6"
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Beam: 7' 7"
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Bottom Width: 6' 3"
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Max. Recommended HP: 115 HP
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Fuel Capacity: 28 gal.
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Max. Person Capacity: 5 persons
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Max. Person Weight: 610 lbs.
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Max. Person, Motor & Gear Weight: 1350 lbs.
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Interior Depth: 17"
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Transom Height At Center Line: 25"
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Deadrise: 13 degrees
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Draft: 11"
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Average Dry Weight: 1755 lbs.
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Average Hull Weight: 1300 lbs.
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Average Package Weight: 2900 lbs.
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Package Height: 6' 10"
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Storage Length: 23' 8"
Certification & Safety
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Backed by MAKO® Assurance 5+Life—the best factory warranty in saltwater boats
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NMMA® certified
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Factory leak tested for hull, plumbing & fitting integrity
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Fire extinguisher
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Horn
Console
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Stainless steel destroyer-style steering wheel
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BayStar® hydraulic steering
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Analog tachometer, fuel gauge & water pressure gauge
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Panel-mounted control box w/power trim
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Battery/gear storage
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Forward-console 18-gal. (68.14 L) baitwell w/padded seat cushion
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Stainless steel grab rail
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Contoured acrylic windscreen
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Area to flush- & surface-mount additional electronics
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2 stainless steel drink holders w/drainage system
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6 vertical flush-mounted console rod holders
Interior
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Anchor locker
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2-tone high-density marine-grade vinyl upholstery w/stain-resistant coating & composite substrates on seats
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360° fishability
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White powdercoated rails
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Large bow in-deck storage
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Center floor storage locker
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Flip-flop helm seat w/70-qt. (66.24 L) cushioned cooler
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Aft storage lockers
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Closed-molded laminate hatch covers w/finished undersides
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Under-gunnel/bow deck rod tubes
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Bilge access hatch
Performance
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Award-winning RAPID PLANING SYSTEM™ (RPS™) transom for quicker holeshots, shallow-water abilities & better overall performance
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Hydraulic jack plate
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Trim tabs
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Factory-matched propeller
Hardware
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3 flip-up stainless steel cleats
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Reboarding step & stainless steel grab handle
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Stainless steel & bronze thru-hull fittings
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Stainless steel bow & stern eyes
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Stainless steel fuel fill
Construction & Exterior
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Color: MAKO® Bone White gelcoat
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100% composite construction
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Encapsulated, fiberglass-infused transom w/high-density Coosa® Bluewater composite core
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Molded, patterned non-skid casting platforms & cockpit sole
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Console chemically bonded & mechanically fastened to deck w/.25" (6.35 mm) aluminum backing plates
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Hull/deck joint chemically bonded & mechanically fastened w/stainless steel fasteners for strength & durability
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Integrated 1-piece molded, gelcoated fiberglass stringer grid system w/gelcoat finish & fully injected w/closed-cell foam for USCG-approved flotation
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High-density, fiberglass-infused trolling motor mounting core
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Premium marine-grade stainless steel hardware & fasteners for corrosion resistance
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Stipple texture to B-side of all fiberglass lids
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Gelcoat finish on all bulkheads & compartment interiors
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Self-bailing cockpit
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Composite seat substrates
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Heavy-duty rub rail
Electrical, Mechanical & Plumbing System
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1,000 GPH (3,785.41 LPH) bilge pump w/automatic switch
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NEW 1,000 GPH (3,785.41 LPH) baitwell pump w/adjustable spray head
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Integrated EPA-compliant fuel system w/rotocast corrosion-free fuel tank
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High-speed raw water pickup
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USCG-compliant navigation lights
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2 cockpit courtesy lights
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Interstate® cranking battery w/tray
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Marine-grade rocker switches w/push button breaker protection
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Marine-grade tinned wiring w/submersible connectors
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12V outlet
Trailer
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Custom single-axle trailer
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Aluminum construction
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Stainless steel hardware
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Galvanized steel components
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Sure Lube hubs
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Swing-up locking jack w/swivel wheel
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Space-saving swing-away tongue to reduce storage length