2024 Excel 1754 Shallow Water F4

The 2024 Excel 1754 Shallow Water F4 is a 17-foot aluminum runabout built for performance in shallow, vegetation-choked water. Its hull design pairs a slick bottom with a tapered chine that cuts through skinny conditions and delivers responsive turning. The boat is optimized to work with the 40-horsepower Mudbuddy surface-drive motor, a pairing that reduces resistance and lets the hull plane efficiently over logs, mud, and plant growth.

The step deck is both functional and comfortable—it provides an elevated platform for easy boarding and a vantage point for dogs or observers. This stepped design has become a defining feature of Excel's shallow water lineup, offering practical advantages beyond aesthetics.

Built on aluminum construction, the 1754 is straightforward in layout with a focus on shallow-water capability and maneuverability rather than overnight accommodations or cabin features. The boat is purpose-built for hunters and outdoor enthusiasts who need reliable access to marshes, back channels, and difficult-to-reach hunting grounds.