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Tailfisher 17

The 17 Tailfisher is the latest addition to the Hewes family of backcountry fishing boats. Hewes has incorporated the latest design technology in tunnel hulls available on the Tailfisher. Specifically designed for the extreme shallow water fishing environment, the Tailfisher is also packed with great features. Just take a look at the spacious deck configuration with storage space for all of your gear and an oversized live well that will perfectly fit two tournament winning redfish. The Tailfisher delivers superior performance, even with smaller power options. It is economical to own, easy to maintain, and delivers better shallow water performance than any other shallow water tunnel skiff in its class.

This shallow water skiff is built to exacting NMMA/ABYC standards and is exceptionally safe, spacious and accommodating. Like all Hewes it comes standard with a self bailing cockpit as well as other essential fishing features like extra wide gunnels and built in rod racks. Check out the all 17 Tailfisher at your nearest Hewes dealer.


 
Specifications
 
Beam
6' 01"
Draft* 7"
Fuel capacity 18 gal
LOA 17' 02"
Maximum HP 70 hp
Weight (approx. w/ engine) 1,270 lbs (w/ 70)
Engine Options
70L Optional
T60L Optional
Steering and Handling
Mechanical no-feedback steering
Trim tabs
Yamaha multi-function gauges
Quality Finish and Construction
Aluminum motor-bolt reinforcement plates
Freeboard carpet (no fish design)
No wood, no rot foam & core w/ premium resin
Premium fade-resistant gelcoat
Recessed hardware for snag-free fishing
Rigid PVC rub rail
Stainless steel thru-hulls w/ seacocks below water line
Family Features
Cushion package (2 console, 1 seat)
Fishing Features
Completely flush forward & aft casting decks
Poling tower
Poling tower (28 in) Optional
Power Pole (8 ft, XL white) Optional
Rod tubes for tip protection (4)
Trolling motor with wiring (Minn Kota, RT55/52 in, 12V) Optional
Under-gunnel rod storage
Wide gunnels for walk around fishing
Livewells and Pumps
Automatic bilge pump
Livewell (12-gallon, aft center)
Recirculating pump system (livewell, aft center)
Cockpit and Storage
Flush through-bolted molded-in deck hinges
Foam insulated box (2)
Large guttered, gasketed, lock-down dry storage compartments (3)
Seat console
Self-bailing cockpit
Safety, Comfort and Convenience
Flush-mount bow cleat (6 in)
Full closed-foam flotation throughout
Gunnel-mount stainless handrail (2)
Hewes trailer (single axle) Optional
Trailer aluminum wheels option Optional
Trailer spare tire option Optional
Trailer swing tongue option Optional
Lights and Electric
Battery charger (3-bank) Optional
Battery switch, 4-position
Console courtesy lights (2)
Fused switch panel w/ waterproof switches
Navigation lights (console)
Nickel-tinned fused wiring harness