2026 Excel 1751 Shallow Water F4 W/Mud Buddy HDR 40 Timber Ki

This 17-foot Excel shallow water cruiser combines a purposeful hull design with specialized equipment for extreme shallow water operation. The F4 hull features a slick aluminum bottom engineered to glide over minimal depths, logs, mud, and vegetation with minimal resistance, while the tapered chine delivers responsive turning. The boat is powered by a single gasoline engine paired with a Mud Buddy 40TK surface-drive motor, the ideal pairing for this hull type.

The stepped deck design allows easy entry and exit while providing an elevated platform—a feature that has become the standard in high-end shallow water boats since its introduction nearly two decades ago. The boat is finished in Optifade Timber camouflage with a matching camo motor and LED headlight, combining functionality with a refined appearance suited to its intended use.

Construction uses 5052-series aluminum hull plating at 0.125 inches thick as standard, with an 11-gallon built-in fuel tank supporting extended outings. Equipment includes an aluminum wheel upgrade and comes complete with a single-axle steel trailer. The package is purpose-built for serious shallow water work and recreation.