2026 Mako 18 Pro Skiff Backwater Edition Base

2026 Mako 18 Pro Skiff Backwater Edition

The 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:

• Minn Kota Terrova 24V, 80-lb. thrust, 60” shaft trolling motor with i-pilot

• Aft 26-gallon slot-length livewell/baitwell with Pro-Air aeration system

• Infused fiberglass console with contoured acrylic windscreen; 7” Sharktooth digital gauge; SeaStar tilt hydraulic steering and black anodized steering wheel with knob

• 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

• Backed by MAKO® Assurance 5+Life—the best factory warranty in saltwater boats

• NMMA® certified

• Factory leak tested for hull, plumbing & fitting integrity

• Fiberglass forward-console seat w/padded seat cushion

• Infused console

• Contoured acrylic windscreen

• Anchor locker

• 2-tone high-density marine-grade vinyl upholstery w/stain-resistant coating & composite substrates on seats

• 360° fishability

• Gen 2 RAPID PLANING SYSTEM™ hull design for better lift, faster holeshot & better handling

• Integrated anti-spray hull design

• 6” (15.24 cm) hydraulic jack plate

• Stainless steel bow & stern eyes

• Stainless steel fuel fill

• 100% composite construction

• Encapsulated, fiberglass-infused transom w/high-density Coosa® Bluewater composite core

• Yacht style non-skid grit on decks & cockpit sole

• Pre-rigged for trolling motor w/70A receptacle

• 1,000 GPH (3,785 LPH) bilge pump w/automatic switch

• 1,000 GPH (3,785 LPH) baitwell pump w/adjustable spray head

• Custom aluminum single-axle trailer

• Torsion axles

• Super Lube hubs