Duracraft Draftmaster

Stock # 177851
2001 Duracraft Draftmaster 18’ Tunnel Hull – Shallow Water Specialist
Built for serious anglers and shallow water adventurers, this 2001 Duracraft Draftmaster 18’ is a rugged, purpose-built aluminum skiff designed to thrive in back bays, rivers, and flats. Featuring a .125-gauge aluminum tunnel hull and center console layout, this boat offers excellent durability and performance where other hulls can’t go. Whether you're targeting redfish in skinny water or running upriver with confidence, this Draftmaster delivers.

Powered by a reliable Yamaha 80HP four-stroke outboard with a stainless-steel prop and hydraulic jack plate, it’s ready to get on plane fast and stay up in just inches of water. A full suite of fishing and utility features rounds out this shallow-water package.

Specifications:
LOA (Length Overall): 18 ft
Beam: 80 in (6 ft 8 in)
Draft: ~6–10 in (load & trim dependent)
Hull Material: .125-Gauge Aluminum
Hull Design: Tunnel Hull (Shallow Draft)
Engine: Yamaha 80HP Four-Stroke Outboard
Prop: Stainless Steel
Fuel Capacity: 20 gallons
Dry Weight (approx.): 950–1,050 lbs
Max Capacity: ~5 persons / ~900–1,000 lbs
Steering: Hydraulic

-Features & Equipment:
Hydraulic jack plate – optimize trim and performance in ultra-shallow water
Center console with instrumentation and storage
9” wide walk-around side decks – ideal for casting and gear handling
Bilge pump
Boarding ladder (stern-mounted)
3-bank onboard battery charger
Durable aluminum cleats and rugged deck hardware
Custom trailer included – road-ready with good tires

-Electronics:
Garmin touchscreen navigation/fish finder – full-color unit installed 3 years ago ($1,800 value), replacing the original Lowrance
Accurate sonar, mapping, and easy touchscreen controls

-Optional Equipment:
Minn Kota Terrova iPilot Trolling Motor – Available separately or can be included at buyer's request.
75 lbs thrust
Remote-controlled and includes traditional foot pedal
Purchased new for $1,600 (current models retail $1,800–$2,000)

Summary:
This Duracraft Draftmaster is a reliable, shallow-draft platform with everything you need for inshore and freshwater fishing. The combination of rugged aluminum construction, upgraded electronics, and shallow-water engineering makes it a versatile and dependable option. Whether you're chasing reds, bass, or exploring hard-to-reach waters, this boat gets you there and back—confidently.