2025 Mako 18 PRO SKIFF BACKWATER EDITION 175 L Pro XS

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.

Features May Include:

Backwater Edition

• Color: 2-tone hull in MAKO® Sand & Army Green w/MAKO® Sand decks & lids
• Minn Kota® Terrova® 24V, 80-lb. (36.29 kg) thrust, 60" (1.52 m) shaft trolling motor w/i-Pilot®
• SeaStar® tilt hydraulic steering
• Black anodized steering wheel w/knob
• 7" (17.78 cm) Sharktooth™ digital gauge
• Wet Sounds® 4-channel speaker sound package
• Helm seat backrest
• 7-gal. (26.5 L) insulated baitwell added to forward-console seat
• Aft reboarding ladder w/platform
• Matte Black powdercoated rails
• BACKWATER EDITION marine decking
• TRACKER® Lithium trolling batteries
• NOCO® GENIUS10™ 2-bank battery charger
• 4 flip-up cleats on gunnels
• Power-Pole® Pro II Series 8' (2.44 m) shallow-water anchor—Black
• Deluxe trailer upgrade: 15" (38.1 cm) aluminum wheels w/radial tires; spare tire carrier; bow step; hydraulic brakes; & space-saving swing-away tongue

Certification & Safety

• Backed by MAKO® Assurance 5+Life—the best factory warranty in saltwater boats
• NMMA® certified
• Factory leak tested for hull, plumbing & fitting integrity
• Horn

Console

• Infused console
• Contoured acrylic windscreen
• Binnacle control w/power trim
• Fiberglass forward-console seat w/padded seat cushion
• Powdercoated aluminum grab rail
• Area to flush- & surface-mount additional electronics
• Console side rails w/6 vertical rod holders & tool holder slots
• Below-console storage area

Interior

• Anchor locker
• 2-tone high-density marine-grade vinyl upholstery w/stain-resistant coating & composite substrates on seats
• 360° fishability
• Raised bow fishing platform w/yacht style non-skid surface & closed storage compartments
• 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

Performance

• Gen 2 RAPID PLANING SYSTEM™ hull design for better lift, faster holeshot & better handling
• Integrated anti-spray hull design
• Factory-matched stainless steel propeller

Hardware

• Stainless steel bow & stern eyes
• Stainless steel fuel fill

Construction & Exterior

• 100% composite construction
• Encapsulated, fiberglass-infused transom w/high-density Coosa® Bluewater composite core
• Yacht style non-skid grit on decks & cockpit sole
• Console chemically bonded & mechanically fastened to deck
• Hull/deck joint chemically bonded & mechanically fastened w/stainless steel fasteners for strength & durability
• 1-piece gelcoated fiberglass deck liner injected w/expanding closed-cell foam for flotation, added strength & a quiet ride
• Premium marine-grade stainless steel hardware & fasteners for corrosion resistance
• Composite seat substrates
• Heavy-duty rub rail

Electrical, Mechanical & Plumbing System

• Pre-rigged for trolling motor w/70A receptacle
• 1,000 GPH (3,785.41 LPH) bilge pump w/automatic switch
• 1,000 GPH (3,785.41 LPH) baitwell pump w/adjustable spray head
• Integrated EPA-compliant fuel system w/rotocast corrosion-free fuel tank
• High-speed baitwell water pickup
• USCG-compliant integrated navigation lights
• Cockpit courtesy lights
• Interstate® cranking battery w/tray
• Marine-grade rocker switches
• Marine-grade tinned wiring w/submersible connectors
• Multiple 12V outlets

Trailer

• Custom aluminum single-axle trailer
• Torsion axles
• Super Lube hubs
• Aluminum I-beam construction
• Swing-up locking jack w/swivel wheel
• Outboard motor support to reduce hull & transom stress while towing
• Submersible lights
• 4 carpeted bunks to protect hull
• Safety cables