18’6″ Runabout Soft Top – Challenger All Welded Aluminum Boat

About This Boat

One of our most popular boat models, the classic Silver Streak Challenger has been in production in some variation for 25+ years! With heavy duty sides, solid gunnels, side stiffeners, and lots of leg room. This stable boat offers a big boat feel and separates this boat from the competition. The extra beam and gunnel height makes the Challenger simply the strongest and safest boat in its class. The 18 degree deadrise, integrated delta pad and transom pod all increase fuel economy and stability, while tackling anything the West Coast can throw at it. This vessel has the perfect balance of a big boat feel, while still being maneuverable on a trailer and at sea.

Soft-Tops are one of the more popular trailerable sport fishing vessels we offer. Highly versatile and lightweight, it stores easy (just put the canvas top down and roll in), and like having a convertible car - on a nice day just pop the top down and cruise or fish in the sun. Add an arch for fishing and rod storage and a tow post to tow the kids around the lake!

This Boat Is Ideal For ...

Budget

Crabbing

Exploring

Family Time

Fishing

Fresh Water

Halibut

Lake

Multipurpose

Ocean

Prawning

Salmon

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Standard Features List

1 x Welded aft-leaning windshield frame including walk through centre window with 3-piece safety glass & (2) side windows
1 x Canvas 1/2 top with side curtains including all stainless steel hardware
1 x 12 V power socket with USB port & LED light
1 x 4-way fused switch panel on dashboard
5 x 9″ welded aluminum cleats
1 x Battery – single SRM 24 including wiring, breaker & box
1 x Bilge pump -1250 GPH pump – automatic on/off
1 x Bow locker (locking) under dash
1 x Bow railing – low profile
1 x Brackets for transducer & sacrificial anode
1 x Chain locker – self draining with light duty anchor roller and insulated for noise reduction
1 x Chines & gunnels fully welded
1 x Closing storage in transom (locking battery compartment)
2 x Cup holders
1 x Delta pad on keel
2 x Downrigger bracket pad mounts (welded)
3 x Drain plugs
1 x Electric wiper – heavy duty wiper with self-park & switch
1 x External motor bracket for single 25″ shaft engine with auxiliary mount and full width platform
1 x Fish box in rear gunnel with cutting board
1 x Flotation – closed cell polyurethane spray foam under decks & gunnels
1 x Fuel tank (30 Imp Gal/36 US Gal) w/ fuel gauge – built in under deck
1 x Fully welded (non self-bailing) aluminum cockpit deck w/ inspection hatches for fuel connections & wire ways
1 x Glove box
1 x Heavy duty custom hull graphic
1 x Keel guard on hull bottom (beaching wear strip)
1 x Navigation lights (LED)
1 x Non-skid paint on bow & main deck
1 x Passenger grab rail
1 x Side stiffener (per side)
1 x Side storage trays – full length
1 x Steering for single engine, single station – rotary
2 x Storage bench seat (vented) with vinyl upholstered seat & backrest
2 x Swivel Seats – Barry Marine (med) vinyl upholstered on shock absorbing Back-Saver Pedestals & footrest
1 x Under deck storage compartment in cockpit deck
3 x Welded bow & transom eyes with stainless steel inserts

18’6″ Runabout Soft Top – Challenger Standard Specification

Capacity (People): 4

Horsepower Range: 150-175

Beam: 7'-10"

Freeboard: 32"

Dead Rise: 18°

Bottom Width: 7'-0"

Hull Weight: 1,800 lbs

Bottom Plate: 3/16" 5086

Side Plate: 3/16" 5086

Fuel Tank: 30 Imp Gal

Tow Weight: 3,700 lbs

Aft Deck Size: 44 1/2" x 68 1/2"

Make It Yours - Available Customization Options

Exterior
Interior
Nav & Electronics
Fishing
Power
Docking
Technical
Delivery

Windows And Doors
Wiper options	Various options and upgrades include: heavy duty wiper with self-parking and switch, manual wipers, windshield washer system, and pantographic wipers.
Transom exit door

Canvas
Drop curtain	Available in various colours

Lighting
Cockpit lighting	LED light in welded housing
Docking lights	x2 LED docking lights
Transom light	Small flush mount (LED) light installed on transom
Spotlight and mount

Paint And Finish
Bottom paint	Trilux II bottom paint available on all models
Clear coat protection	Sharkhide clear coat will help keep the sheen of your boat and protect the hull
Zolatone paint with clear coat	Zolatone paint on the interior and/or exterior of cabin, soft top & cockpits. Available on all boat models.

Deck Washdown
Deck wash down pump	Hose and sprayer conveniently located in side gunnel

Safety
Fire extinguisher	Various makes and models available
First aid kit
Horn (stainless steel) options	Stainless steel single, twin or trumpet horn installation/upgrades available
Boat hook	Telescopic 8'-0 boat hook
Flares	Additional safety option
Life jacket	Various sizes and models available
Life ring and holder	30" life ring with 50' line & holder
Small vessel safety kit
Throw line
Paddles	Available in 4'-5" and 5'-0" options. Also available: horizontal paddle holders

Head And Shower
Porta potty seat upgrade	Bench seat size increase for manual porta potty
Porta potty	Compact manual toilet

Heaters
Diesel heater	Various diesel heater options available

Electrical
12 V Power socket	Includes USB port and LED light
Breaker panel upgrade	Added options and/or upgrades available
Electric fan	For cabin interior
Wiper options	Various options and upgrades include: heavy duty wiper with self-parking and switch, manual wipers, windshield washer system, and pantographic wipers.

Paint And Finish
Zolatone paint with clear coat	Zolatone paint on the interior and/or exterior of cabin, soft top & cockpits. Available on all boat models.

Seating
Armrests
Jump seat	Side mount jump seat
Seat slide

Electronics
Garmin echoMAP	Various Garmin echoMAP options available
Garmin GPSMap	Different models to choose from
Compass	Ritchie dash mount compass
VHF radio	Various models available, both handheld and fixed-mount.
Garmin map chip	Available for various locations
Garmin radar	Placed on roof top radar post
Stereo and speakers

Batteries
Batteries	Additions and upgrades available, including single, dual, and golf cart batteries.

Lighting
Spotlight and mount
Docking lights	x2 LED docking lights

Breaker Panel
Breaker panel upgrade	Added options and/or upgrades available

Safety
Flares	Additional safety option
VHF radio	Various models available, both handheld and fixed-mount.

Downriggers
Downrigger cannon ball holders	Made by Scotty Plastics
Scotty accessories	Available options: - electric receptacles - powerlock rod holder - swivel mount
Scotty downrigger	Scotty depthpower 30" or 60", includes swivel, cannonball holders & plug wiring

Crab Pot Pullers
Crab pot puller	Ace Line Hauler crab pot puller (100 lb), mounted with power plug, or supply only

Rob And Net Holders
Net holder - welded
Rod storage
Rod holder - 2 sets of 3 welded holders bolted to cabin top sides	Upgrade to powder-coated to match

Steering
Steering upgrades	Available steering options: - Tilt steering- upgrade - Flush mount kit for rear steering station

Propellers
Propellor guard	Available in stainless steel or aluminum
Propellor	Stainless steel and aluminum models available

Anchors
Anchor roller - upgrade	Various sizes and options available
Anchor	Windlass or non-Windlass anchors available in various sizes, from light to heavy duty

Cleats
Aluminum welded cleat	Cleats available in 8" and 9" sizes
Flush mounted cleat	Cleat - flush mount (tie-down)

Fenders
Polyform fender

Lighting
Docking lights	x2 LED docking lights
Spotlight and mount

Docking
Samson dock lines

Deck
Side steps	Available options: - 2 fixed/welded to rod tray (side gunnel) - removable on rod tray (side gunnel)
Storage compartment under deck	Storage compartment under deck with baffle (2)

Bow Compartments
Self-bailing recessed bow compartment

Grab Rails
Transom handrails	Handrails on transom, with downrigger mounts & cup holders

Ladders
Ladder	Available options: - Heavy duty stern mounted dive ladder (open rung) - Stainless steel telescoping under transom 3 rung (cable steering option) - Powder coated
Swim ladder	Folding swim ladder with grab handle on transom

Tow Posts
Tow post	A number of options are available, including light to heavy duty and welded/fixed or removable.

Radar Arches
Radar arch	Radar arch on cabin top with mounting plates for electronics Available options: - removable radar arch - powder coated radar arch

Bilge Pumps
Automatic bilge pump upgrade	Upgrades available in 1250 GPH, 1500 GPH, 2000 GPH

Hull
Transom exit door

Delivery
Delivery	Delivery available across the United States and Canada. Speak to your dealer for more information.

Licensing
Pleasure craft license	Pleasure craft license. Includes (2) number decals. Canada ONLY.

Trailers
Trailer	Highliner and Roadrunner trailers available for all boats: - Single axle - Dual axle - Galvanized - With and without drum brakes - 800lb to 10,000lb capacity

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Andy Barry - Owner of Silver Streak Boats has been building a reputation for building the finest aluminum boats on the west coast since 1987. Find out for yourself why our aluminum boats are among the most sought after, both new, and used.

All Welded Aluminum Boats means there are no rivets or other seals or connections that weaken overtime, create leaks, and will eventually fail. Welded aluminum boats are among some of the toughest boats out there. Probably why they have become a staple of the west coast.

Our aluminum boats require very little ongoing maintenance. No carpets to maintain, no wood to replace and clean. High quality electrical connections mean minimal effort to maintain. Outboard motors mean a simple "end of life" switch, and protect your investment.

Client Testimonials

I would like to commend you on the workmanship of your boats and especially the quality of the welding and finishing. I have looked at most of the boats on the market and few come close to comparing with your standards. I have run my boat in all weather; both fresh & saltwater, including a 170 mile round trip from Bella Coola to Hakai Pass and it accommodates fisherman and their gear nicely and fishes great.

Don B.

Location: Kamloops, BC

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