2026 Hobie Mirage Pro Angler 12 with XR 360 Drive Technology
With the revolutionary MirageDrive 360XR, move through the water without constraints, going exactly where you want to go. Effortlessly spin and move in every direction. Hobie’s patented Kick-Up Fins immediately retract on impact – even shallow areas are now entirely navigable. Logs, kelp, shallows, rocks? No problem.
The PA 12 is packed full of features including six rod holders, fully adjustable and ultra comfortable elevated Vantage ST seat with BOA lumbar support, Guardian retractable transducer shield, H-Rail for easy integration with accessories, front and center hatch with stain-resistant EVA grip pads, dual steering and extra wide hull for maximum stability.
New Color & Features
New Color: Camo. Campfire Camo, Arctic Blue Camo & Camo features hull transformations that now provide areas in the bow and stern for motor mounting. Plus, the all-new H-Plate wire management system combined with the Hobie Powerwall allow for seamless wiring across the hull.
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Hobie Mirage Pro Angler 12 360 Kayak Specs
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Crew: 1
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Drive: MirageDrive 360XR
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Length: 12' / 3.66 m
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Width: 36" / .91 m
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Height: 20" / 0.51 m
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Capacity: 500 lbs / 227 kg
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Seat Capacity: 350 lbs / 159 kg
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Fitted Hull Weight: 109.5 lbs / 49.7 kg
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Fully Rigged Weight: 132.5 lbs / 60.1 kg
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Hull Construction: RotoMolded Polyethylene
THE HOBIE DIFFERENCE
Kick-Up Fin Technology
Hobie's Patented Kick-Up Fins provide the power to charge through the water as never before. Logs, kelp, shallows, rocks, no problem.
BRAND NEW for 2025 Models- MirageDrive 360 XR with Built-in Motor Mounts
The 360XR improved Steering System features a readily accessible control module that allows for on the water, tool free belt and gear tension adjustments. The 360XR Drive can now be locked in forward or reverse position ensuring the drive is pointed directly straight. Ideal for long distance A-B pedaling or for high intensity pedaling scenarios.
Vantage CTW Seating
Unparalleled adjustability for the utmost comfort, a drier ride, and longer days on the water. The Vantage CTW provides an extra 1.5” of wide for unmatched comfort.
Hobie Mirage Pro Angler 12 360 Features
Anchor Trolley System: Brass inserts strategically placed fore and aft on the sides of the hull, ready to install an optional anchor trolley kit, for anchor, drift chute, or stakeout pole.
Front Hatch: Large-opening storage area offers easy access for storing fish or ice.
Pivoting Tackle Management System: A rectangular hatch just in front of the seat conceals a mesh storage pocket and pivoting storage for two medium-sized Flambeau™ tackle boxes (included). The storage area under the tackle boxes is also easily accessible.
Vantage ST Seating: Vantage Seating provides ultimate comfort and adjustability in a lightweight, easily removable form, along with Boa® system lumbar support technology.
Mid-Boat Carrying Handle: These ergonomic handles are bolted onto either side of the kayak's cockpit, making it easier to negotiate launching ramps or transport.
Rudder Control: Soft handle makes fingertip steering easy.
Rubber Mesh Stowage Pocket: Easy access and safe stowage for the things you reach for most. Now made with rubber for improved durability.
Molded-in Vertical Rod Holder: These molded-in holsters securely tote your rods, are perfectly angled for trolling and can accommodate a gaff, nets and other gear.
Retractable Transducer Shield: Retractable Shield protects transducer on impact and retracts away for transport. Built-in transducer mount allows side scanning for optimal fishfinder performance.
8" Twist and Seal Hitch: An efficient corkscrew mechanism ratchets down this hatch, keeping stowed items secure irrespective of the sea state. The lid is permanently attached to its base via a hinge, so you don't have to worry about leaving it at last night's campground.
Large Rectangular Hatch w/ Pivoting Tackle Management System: Large Twist and Seal hatch with Tackle Management System
Additional Kayak Features
- Large Carrying Handle
- Forward Accessory Mount
- MirageDrive 360 XR
- Grip Pads
- Rudder Left/Right Auxiliary Control
- Livewell-Ready Cargo Area
- Rudder Access
Frequently Asked Questions About the Hobie Mirage Pro Angler 12 360XR
Who is the Pro Angler 12 360XR best suited to?
Anglers who want the 360 drive on the shorter Pro Angler hull, and who intend to run motors, Power-Poles and electronics alongside pedal power.
It suits lakes, reservoirs, bays and protected inshore water where working an area matters more than covering distance.
Wind, current and water temperature govern what is sensible on the day, not the dimensions. Start on familiar water.
How does it differ from the standard MirageDrive 180 model?
Same hull dimensions as the Hobie Mirage Pro Angler 12, different drive and rigging. This model carries the MirageDrive 360 Turbo with Kick-Up Fin technology; the standard model carries the MirageDrive 180 Turbo, which gives forward and reverse only.
It is also heavier, at 109.5 lb fitted and 132.5 lb fully rigged.
No manufacturer-approved retrofit path is currently documented. Do not purchase a standard Pro Angler with the assumption that it can later be converted to 360XR.
How does the 360 drive steer?
A handle rotates the entire lower unit of the drive, and an indicator arrow shows where it is pointed. A lock knob holds it in the forward or back position.
Thrust goes where you aim it, so the kayak can be moved sideways or spun without turning the hull first.
It is aimed by hand each time, and it does not hold a position — no station-keeping function is specified. That is what the Power-Pole provisions are for.
What are the dimensions and weights?
Length 12 ft, width 36 in, height 20 in. Fitted hull weight 109.5 lb, fully rigged 132.5 lb.
Remove the drive and the seat before road transport. Support the hull evenly, keep strap tension moderate, and store the kayak off its cart.
Confirm the load ratings of your vehicle, crossbars and rack before buying rack hardware.
How much can the Hobie Mirage Pro Angler 12 360XR carry?
Carrying capacity is 500 lb, with a separate 350 lb seat capacity. The first covers the kayak, the second is the limit for the seat.
Fitted hull weight is 109.5 lb and fully rigged weight is 132.5 lb — fitted is the hull as supplied, fully rigged includes the drive, seat and standard equipment. Work to the carrying capacity and leave margin under it.
Can I stand and fish from it?
It is 36 in wide, which is what the deck space is built on.
Standing is not described for this model, and no standing-specific weight limit is specified. The published stability language refers to hull width only. The 14 ft version of this kayak does carry a standing-platform description; this one does not.
Try standing in shallow, calm water before relying on it.
How does it handle electronics and transducers?
It has the Guardian retractable transducer shield, which protects the transducer on impact and retracts for transport. The built-in transducer mount allows side scanning.
That is a meaningful step up from a plain transducer cavity: the transducer sits on a mount that moves out of the way instead of being the first thing to strike a rock.
The shield, mount and wire management are part of the kayak. The fishfinder itself is sold separately.
Is it motor-ready, and can I fit Power-Poles?
The hull provides bow or stern mounted motors, with wire management, battery storage, three H-plates, two three-way thru-hull plugs and a Hobie Powerwall, plus provision to host up to two Power-Poles.
No motor, battery, wiring, mount or Power-Pole is included. The kayak supplies the provisions; the hardware is sold separately, and everything added counts against the 500 lb carrying capacity.
Registration requirements for a motorized vessel vary by state and change over time. Check with your own state boating agency before the first trip.
How do I transport and store it?
Remove the drive and the seat before road transport. Support the hull evenly, keep strap tension moderate, and store the kayak off its cart.
Confirm the load ratings of your vehicle, crossbars and rack before buying rack hardware.
At 132.5 lb fully rigged, a cart is close to essential and a trailer is a practical alternative. A cart is sold separately.
What warranty applies to the hull, drive and components?
Eligible 2019-and-later hard-shell kayaks carry a three-year warranty against defects in materials and workmanship. Remaining coverage is transferable if the kayak is sold, and a replacement hull carries one year — never less than the remainder of the original three-year term.
Claims are initiated through the authorized dealer the kayak was purchased from, within 30 days of discovering the defect, with proof of purchase. If you bought here, that is us.
Excluded: normal wear, damage from beaching without retracting the drive and rudder, improper support during transport or storage, prolonged sun exposure, alterations, and rental or commercial use.
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