Palmetto Boat Center

2025 MAKO 18 Pro Skiff Backwater Edition

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