2025 Excel Boats Shallow Water F4 1751 F4The original step deck transom boat.

This shallow water F4 hull was designed to obtain optimal performance from a surface-drive motor such as a Mud Buddy. The F4’s slick bottom glides over skinny water, logs, mud and vegetation with ease and with the least bit of resistance. The tapered chine provides unparalleled turning capabilities.

The F4 step-deck allows you to effortlessly climb in-and-out of the boat and serves as a vantage point for your retriever. This innovative step deck introduced by Excel’s owner over 18 years ago with the Mud Buddy MR-18 Mallard with hunt deck, started the shallow water boat step deck revolution and has set the standard for all high-end shallow water duck boats.

Features may include:

PerformanceOptimal 17-degree transoms for superior mud motor trim controlFull Flat FloorTriple Taper ChineAll Welded HullLongitudinal Full Length 2" X 4" Ribs – 6063 AlloyHigh Transom OnlyComfort & ConvenienceF4 Step DeckExtruded Gunwale (w/rubber rub rail and slotted interior for accessory mounting)Bow RailsFull FlotationStarboard Gunwale Storage Trays with Cup HolderE.I.P (Excel Improved Pod Seats) Rear DeckFront Deck Fuel Tank Storage AreaGun & Rod Storage BoxSlide-in Storage Under Driver’s SeatHigh Front DeckFront Deck Storage with Mesh Panel CoverElectronicsNavigation LightsRecessed Light Control Panel w/Courtesy Light, 12V Plug, Rocker Switches and BreakersBilge 800 GPHOptions.125 Upgrade (5086)Full Line of Mud Buddy Shallow Water MotorsRear Hand RailsSeat Base – Deck – ReinforcedCamo (Optifade™ Marsh, Optifade™ Timber, Max-4, Natural Gear Green and Brown & Old School)Built-In Bow 3,000lb KFI WinchLED HeadlightTrolling Motor Kit (Mount & Plug)6 GA Trolling Motor HarnessBluetooth StereoTurtlebox SpeakerCLASSIC LIGHT PACKAGE:3/4” LED White Compartment Lights (Up to Six QTY depending on options & model), -3/4” LED Colored Floor Lights (4 QTY Standard), – 2 Interior LED Strip Lights, – Available in Red, White, Blue & GreenADVANCED RGBW LIGHT PACKAGE:3/4” LED White Compartment Lights (Up to Six QTY depending on options & model), – 1” RGBW LED Floor Lights (4 QTY Standard), – 2 Interior RGBW LED Strip Lights, – RGBW Mounted Controller, – RGBW Underwater Transom LightsBuilt-In 11 Gallon Fuel TankExtra Tempress Seat w/ Optifade UpgradeExtra Centric Seat w/ Optifade Upgrade13" Seat PoleE.I.P Model – Aerated Live wellCup & Shell HolderMud Buddy Remote Trim Switch On Grab BarSpud Pole & BracketFull Line of Minnkota Trolling Motors