Gator-tail Extreme series

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The 2023 Gator Tail Extreme Series 18 is a specialized surface drive boat engineered specifically for shallow water, mud, and heavy vegetation. Designed and built in Louisiana, it is widely regarded as one of the most capable "mud boats" on the market, combining a rugged aluminum build with a hull design that allows for sharp handling and high-speed performance in environments where traditional outboards would fail.1

Below is a breakdown of its key specifications and features.

## Technical Specifications

The "18" in the series typically refers to the length, with the most common configuration being the 1854 (18 feet long, 54 inches wide).2

Feature

Specification

Length

18 Feet

Available Widths

48", 54", or 60"

Hull Material

One-piece .125” (1/8") 5086 Marine Grade Aluminum

Side Height

24" (standard for 48" and 54" widths)

Transom Height

21"

Rib Structure

2” x 2 ¾” Custom Extruded Longitudinal Ribs

## Key Performance Features

    •    Performance Step Hull: The signature feature of the Extreme Series is its stepped chine design.3 This allows the boat to plane quickly and maintain superior "carving" ability during sharp turns, preventing the sliding common in flat-bottom mud boats.

    •    Surface Drive Optimization: Specifically designed to be paired with Gator Tail’s GTR series mud motors (often the 40HP EFI models).

    •    Drop Deck Transom: Helps with getting the motor deeper into the water when needed while maintaining a dry ride.

    •    T-Rail Gunnel: A versatile rail system along the edge of the boat that allows for easy mounting of accessories like rod holders, GPS mounts, or light bars.4

## Standard & Optional Equipment

The 2023 models are built for utility but often come highly customized:

    •    Storage: Large front hatch with under-deck storage and optional welded-in gun or rod boxes.5

    •    Interior Layout: Open floor plan with a standard 4-foot front deck and a pedestal base for fishing seats.6

    •    Safety & Utility: Rear driver’s stand-up grab bar (essential for tiller-steer mud motors), automatic bilge pumps, and LED navigation lights.7

    •    Custom Touches: Often seen with SeaDek flooring for noise dampening and traction, and "Gator Grass" or "Timber Camo" paint schemes.8

## Typical Use Cases

    •    Duck Hunting: Its ability to traverse thick marsh and "stump-jump" makes it a favorite for waterfowl hunters.

    •    Marsh Fishing: The shallow draft allows anglers to reach "skinny water" redfish or bass spots that other boats can't access.

    •    Search & Rescue: Used in flooded timber or swampy areas where traditional props would get tangled or damaged.

Contact Rob for more info! (504) 669-1470