challenger 18
The new 18 Challenger 2.0 allows you to fish where the birds wade but still gets you there with the legendary Chittum dry and soft ride. Finished with forward and aft bulkheads and built with 100% carbon without the added pounds of a floor liner, this boat sheds weight without shedding the features of a fully outfitted skiff. Enhancements include two lockable dry storage compartments, an innovative sump system that keeps all bilge water fully contained, and a shortened back deck for better ergonomics when optioned with a tiller. Designed for the angler who values lightness, draft, and ease of poling above all else, the new Challenger 2.0 combines featherweight performance with Chittum’s unmatched innovation, attention to detail and customizable options. This boat proves you don’t have to settle to get super shallow.
SPECS AND HIGHLIGHTS
*Specs and performance may vary
challenger 2.0
Deadrise: 2 degrees
Full Carbon and Base Carbon
Draft: 3.5” - 4”
Engine options: Tohatsu 30hp, Yamaha 25hp, Mercury 40hp, Tohatsu 50hp
Optional Side Console with Hydraulic Steering available
Speed: One person w/ 50hp 38 - 40mph
Fuel:13 - 21 gallon fully baffled aluminum marine fuel tank.
All Chittum Skiffs are water tested and checked by all departments before delivery.
2026 CHALLENGER 2 UPDATES:
Full and base carbon option
Larger spray rails
6” wider beam (same as Mangrove)
Closed bulkheads
Forward bulkhead hatch and aft deck hatch
Up to 60HP rating
Dry rear locker with bilge pump box
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Stiffy push-pole holders.
Engine manufactured fuel filter.
Carbon Fiber sealed box rigged with Rocker switches.
All wiring is of highest quality/tinned with heat shrink connectors.
High-capacity rod racks under gunnels with 14 large diameter flush fly rod tubes running fore and aft. Cockpit sides and rod racks covered in Marine Mat.
Poling platform cored with SeaDek with clear-coated carbon fiber underneath.
LED Navigation lights: Billet Stainless Steel shark eye lights by Livorski. LED stern light.
1500 GPH automatic bilge pump.
Lectrotab 316 stainless steel mirror polished 12”x 12” trim tabs.
Heavy duty rub rail.
EPCO bow and stern eyes.
Aft Seat Cushion.
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