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2026 Vexus Defender 181

A mid-sized rig with a wide-open design and a full list of standard features – that’s the 181 Defender. Priced to perform and destined to deliver, this fish-focused machine enjoys a broad, ultra-stable 94” beam with huge weather-sealed storages, large casting platforms, and a world of room in the cockpit.

Inside, smooth hydraulic steering centers the helm, while a 26-gallon fuel capacity and choice of 60-75hp outboards provide the ideal blend of acceleration and economy. Built into the 18’ 1” length is an 8’ rod box, 3-across seat bases, and an aerated livewell/baitwell up front. Another tournament grade well with divider and pump-out centers the rear deck. Instrumentation includes speed, tach, fuel, and trim gauges, plus, the factory-rigged layout features a Minn Kota Edge trolling motor, battery charger, integrated LED bow lights, and a Humminbird Helix 5.

From the all-welded, high performance pad hull to the quiet confidence of upright level flotation and so much more, you’ll enjoy incredible stealth in this total performance design. The 181 Defender… It’s packed with more than you’d dream for a lot less than you’d imagine!

Features may include:

• Fiberglass Console

• Oversized Gelcoat/Fiberglass Rear Storages

• Oversized Pedestal Bases

• Compression Lid Locks

• Hard Case™ Paint

• Solid State Wiring & Lit Tip Switches

• Custom Upholstery

• Tournament-Grade Fiberglass Livewell

• Additional Standard Upgrades

• All-Welded High Performance Pad Hull

• Custom Built Vexus® Trailer

• Raised Lip And Oversized Seal For Lid Openings

• Vector Force™ Transom

• Wood-Free Design

• Stainless Pull-Up Tie Cleats

• Available with Power of Choice Professionally Rigged Outboards

• All-Welded High Performance Hull

• Vector Force™ Solid Transom

• Dense Base™ Superstructure Design

• Aluminum Prop

• Crank Battery includes Battery Tray and Tie-Down

• BayStar™, Smooth Hydraulic Steering

• Flush Mounted Remote Throttle Control

• Tournament Grade Fiberglass Aerated Livewell with Anti-Splash Ring, Divider and Pump-Out

• Bow Livewell/Baitwell

• Bow Trim and Navigation Light Switches

• Speed, Tach, Fuel, and Trim Gauges

• Balanced Weight Distribution & Design

• Trac-Tight Handling

• 26-Gallon Fuel Tank

• Custom Factory-Rigged Electronics

• 6-Gauge Trolling Motor Wiring

• Minn Kota Edge 70 45" Trolling Motor

• 6 X 2 On-Board Battery Charger

• USB & 12V Power Outlets

• Bilge Pump

• Integrated LED Bow Lights with Removable Stern Navigation Light

• LED Light Under Driver Console

• Integrated Horn Assembly

• Custom-Contoured High Performance Bucket Seats with (2) Fishing Seats

• Wide Open Spacious Interior

• Hard Case™ Paint with Clear Coat Protection

• Custom Fiberglass Console

• Marine Grade Carpet

• Three-Across Front Deck Seat Bases

• 3" Channel Frame

• 13" Aluminum Wheels with Radial Tires

• Skid-Resistant Step Pads

• LED Lighting with Back-Up Lights

• Trailer Tongue Jack

• Swing-Away Tongue