2026  Stingray  173CC  - 356

Meet the 2026 Stingray 173CC — Small-Boat Freedom, Big-Boat Attitude

Picture this: the sun just breaking over calm water, salt air in your hair, and a sleek, nimble center-console underfoot that’s equally at home chasing trout in shallow flats or slipping quietly through a coastal inlet. The 173CC is a compact powerhouse — perfect for anglers, family day-trippers, or those who want easy trailering and big-water performance rolled into one neat package.

📐 173CC — Key Specs & What Makes It Tick

🎯 Built for Versatility: Fishing, Cruising & Family Outings

• Smart Helm & Comfortable Controls — At the helm you’ll find a deluxe stainless-steel steering wheel, dash-mounted 12V plug + dual USB ports, power trim/tilt, and optional electronics-ready dash. Enough control and convenience to satisfy serious anglers while staying friendly for casual cruising.

• Compact But Capable Layout — The 173CC packs clever storage: under-seat bow storage, cooler/storage box with drain, bow anchor locker, self-bailing cockpit, and stainless-steel multi-step aft ladder — all working together to keep gear secure and deck space clear.

• Angler & Day-Cruiser Ready — Stainless-steel rod holders, optional ski tow cage, livewell, and an optional Bimini or cover options — so whether you’re hooking bait and casting off the back or anchoring for a beach lunch with friends, the 173CC adapts.

• Easy to Tow, Launch & Store — At just over 17′ and ~2,100 lbs dry, the 173CC is far easier to trailer, launch, and store than larger center-consoles — making it ideal for owners who want flexibility without compromising on performance.

🛥️ Imagine the Day: Life Aboard the 173CC

Dawn breaks. You launch the 173CC, the water yawning calm and inviting. The fiberglass hull slips smoothly through the mist as the “Z-Plane” hull design cuts cleanly over gentle swells. At the bow, fishing rods are locked in holders; cooler packed, gear stowed under seat lids.

Mid-morning, you’re anchored off a secluded sandbar — cooler drains quietly, livewell bubbles with fresh bait, friends lounge comfortably, kids dip toes in the clear water. The easy-to-maneuver helm keeps the ride stable; the stainless hardware glints under sunlit waves.

Afternoon turns to evening and the 173CC’s compact profile eases you back home — or straight into a peaceful anchor-out under stars. Flip on stereo, drop the ladder for a swim, settle in the cockpit for a cold drink — and the little rig proves it can handle big-boat memories.

 Why the 173CC Is a Smart Pick

The 2026 Stingray 173CC blends manageable size with real capability. It’s ideal if you want:

• A boat that’s easy to tow and launch solo or with just one other person.

• Enough fishing features to make a productive day on the water feel effortless.

• A versatile platform for everything from solo fishing runs, to family beach outings, to sunset cruises.

• The convenience of modern helm features, smart storage, and a hull designed to handle real conditions — without the bulk of a larger center-console.