New 18’ Stratos For Multi-Species

Stratos is targeting aluminum multi-species fishing boats with its newest entry, the 385XF. The boat is 18’6” with a 8’3” beam
and 25” gunwales. The 385XF comes standard with Stratos’ “air-ride-equipped driver’s
seat” which, together with the boat’s dimensions, makes it a candidate for relatively
large water applications in the pursuit of multi-species. Stratos says this boat
sells for “thousands less than its aluminum competitors.”

The 385XF has an MSRP from $26,995 to $37,595 depending on engine and options.

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New for 2009, the Stratos 385XF is positioned to bring the advantages – quality
fiberglass construction, incredible value, serious fishing features – to multi-species
fishermen at a price lower than many aluminum competitors.



The Stratos 385XF comes with a 24-volt Minn Kota 70-pound trolling motor, Humminbird
323 electronics, no-feedback steering and starboard-side boarding ladder as standard
equipment. Available in three configurations – single console, dual console and
walk-thru windshield – the 385XF is packed with fishing features including an air-ride-equipped
driver’s seat and a trio of custom-fitted, high-back folding seats that can be used
in any of five pedestal positions – front deck, rear deck or cockpit – providing
versatility when trolling and casting or with multiple anglers onboard.



With an oversized, aerated live well with removable bait bag and an 8-foot center
rod locker complete with a 12-tube organizer and a bevy of lockable storage under
the front deck, the 385XF has space for anything a guide, tournament pro or family
will need while on the water.



Centered by 32 gallons of fuel capacity, bow panel switches and a console panel
that displays speed, tach, fuel and trim, the Stratos 385XF also comes matched with
a custom, Road Armor Equipped trailer featuring no-maintenance oil bath hubs, stainless
steel fenders, brakes and a locking, swing-away tongue as standard equipment.



Available with an XF Package upgrade, the Stratos 385 adds an additional host of
features including an MP3 capable marine stereo system, a Universal Sonar equipped
Minn Kota trolling motor, 5x2 onboard battery charger, snap-in carpet for easy cleaning
and stainless steel handrails for rod holders, downriggers and other gear.



For more precise positioning, the boat can also be factory rigged with a 9.9 horsepower
kicker motor and Humminbird GPS system for $3,700 – making this fully-rigged, tournament-ready
Stratos 385XF, complete with a 200 horsepower Mercury Optimax outboard available
for $37,595 MSRP. With a Yamaha 150TXR she is $26,995 MSRP.


STRATOS 385XF



Overall Length: 18 feet, 6 inches


Beam: 99 inches


Maximum Horsepower: 200


Fuel Capacity: 32 gallons


Total Person, Motor, Gear: 1,900 lbs.


Length on Trailer with Swing-Away Tongue Open: 20 feet, 7 inches