2026 Vexus Defender 189
New In Stock | Category: Fishing | Brand: Vexus | Stock No: 3305
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Fisherman's Central Marine | New Franklin, Ohio
Discover the 2026 Vexus Defender 189 – a high‑performance fishing vessel that delivers serious power and comfort without breaking the bank.
Why Choose the 2026 Vexus Defender 189?
- Robust Construction: Built with an all‑welded, high performance pad hull for durability in any water condition.
- Spacious Interior: An 8’ 4" rod box and wide open cabin ...
Discover the 2026 Vexus Defender 189 – a high‑performance fishing vessel that delivers serious power and comfort without breaking the bank.
Why Choose the 2026 Vexus Defender 189?
- Robust Construction: Built with an all‑welded, high performance pad hull for durability in any water condition.
- Spacious Interior: An 8’ 4" rod box and wide open cabin give you plenty of room to set up your fishing gear or enjoy a day on the lake.
- Tournament‑Grade Livewells: Dual fiberglass livewells keep your catch fresh while protecting against leaks.
Key Features
- Dense Base superstructure with a beefy transom for shallow water anchoring.
- Three‑across front deck seat bases and a forward livewell/baitwell enhance versatility.
- BayStar hydraulic steering, speed, tachometer, fuel gauge, and trim meter provide precise control.
- Up to 12” electronic devices can be flush mounted for an uncluttered cockpit.
- Custom upholstery on high‑performance bucket seats delivers comfort during long trips.
Storage & Safety
- Oversized fiberglass storage boxes with raised lips, rubber seals and compression latches secure gear even in wet weather.
- Minn Kota Edge trolling motor for reliable propulsion on calm waters.
- Hard Case paint finish with clear coat protection keeps the exterior looking sharp.
Electronics & Power Options
- Custom factory‑rigged electronics package includes 6‑gauge wiring, USB and 12V outlets.
- Minn Kota Edge 70 45" trolling motor option for efficient travel between fishing spots.
- Batteries with tray and tie-down, plus a bilge pump keep the boat running smoothly.
Comfort & Convenience Features
- Wide open cockpit with ample leg room and easy in/out access.
- Aluminum decks and floors reduce weight while maintaining strength.
- Integrated recessed trolling motor pedal tray for quick adjustments on the fly.
Trailer Specifications
The custom Vexus trailer comes equipped with a 3” channel frame, 13” aluminum wheels, radial tires, skid‑resistant step pads and LED lighting. Back-up lights ensure visibility in all conditions.
Specifications Summary
- Year: 2026
- Make & Model: Vexus Defender 189
- Length: 18' 9"
- Engine: Suzuki 115 hp
- Hull Material: Aluminum
- Fuel Type: Gasoline
- Status: Available for immediate delivery
The 2026 Vexus Defender 189 combines premium build quality, advanced features and exceptional value to keep you on the water longer. Whether you’re chasing trophy fish or enjoying a family outing, this boat is engineered for performance and reliability.
| Location | New Franklin | |
| Condition | New | |
| Stock Number | 3305 | |
| Year | 2026 | |
| Make | Vexus | |
| Model | Defender 189 | |
| HIN | VXS58027B626 | |
| Engine | Suzuki 115 | |
| Length | 18' 9" | |
| Beam | 8 | |
| Horsepower | 115 | |
| Engine Hours | 0 | |
| Propulsion | Single Outboard | |
| Hull Material | Aluminum | |
| Fuel Type | Gas | |
| Status | Available |
| Length | 22ft 0in |
| Beam | 8ft 0in |
| Engine Power | 115 |
2026 Vexus Defender 189
ABOUT THIS MODELWith a 8’ 4" rod box, pair of tournament-grade fiberglass livewells, wide-open interior, and all-welded, high performance pad hull, our 189 Defender has everything you’d expect in a serious rig – except the higher price. Plus, this affordable, 18’ 7” machine is packed with bonus features.
Built on our exclusive Dense Base™ superstructure, the design includes a beefy transom, engineered for the added convenience and versatility of shallow water anchors. The front deck includes 3-across seat bases, a wider interior for mounting spider rigs, and a forward livewell/baitwell.
The helm of the 189 is equipped with smooth, BayStar™ hydraulic steering as well as speed, tach, fuel, and trim gauges. There’s also room for flush-mounting up to 12” electronics. High performance bucket seats center the layout, while the cockpit includes a world of leg room and an easy in/out cockpit design. Oversized, fiberglass storage boxes feature raised lips with rubber trim seals and compression latches for the ultimate wet-weather confidence. The 189 also comes with a Minn Kota Edge, upright, level flotation, our exclusive Hard Case™ paint with clear coat protectant, stainless steel pop-up cleats, a wide choice of outboards and electronics, and a custom-matched trailer with Victor Shield™ protective coating.
The 189 Defender... From price to performance, here’s a serious design engineered to put you on fish and keep you there.
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
PERFORMANCE AND ENGINEERING
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 ControlADVANCED ELECTRONICS
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 PumpCOMFORT AND CONVENIENCE
Custom-Contoured High Performance Bucket Seats with (2) Fishing Seats
Wide Open Spacious Interior
Oversized Fiberglass Storage Boxes with Raised Lip Dam and Weather Trim Seal
Greater Deck, Leg, and Console Room
Aluminum Decks and FloorsHANDCRAFTED DETAILS
Hard Case™ Paint with Clear Coat Protection
Custom Fiberglass Console
Marine Grade Carpet
Three-Across Front Deck Seat Bases
Painted Underside of Lids
Large Diameter SS Seat Bases
Integrated Recessed Trolling Motor Pedal Tray
Wood-Free ConstructionTRAILER
3" Channel Frame
13" Aluminum Wheels with Radial Tires
Skid-Resistant Step Pads
LED Lighting with Back-Up Lights
ABOUT THIS MODELWith a 8’ 4" rod box, pair of tournament-grade fiberglass livewells, wide-open interior, and all-welded, high performance pad hull, our 189 Defender has everything you’d expect in a serious rig – except the higher price. Plus, this affordable, 18’ 7” machine is packed with bonus features.
Built on our exclusive Dense Base™ superstructure, the design includes a beefy transom, engineered for the added convenience and versatility of shallow water anchors. The front deck includes 3-across seat bases, a wider interior for mounting spider rigs, and a forward livewell/baitwell.
The helm of the 189 is equipped with smooth, BayStar™ hydraulic steering as well as speed, tach, fuel, and trim gauges. There’s also room for flush-mounting up to 12” electronics. High performance bucket seats center the layout, while the cockpit includes a world of leg room and an easy in/out cockpit design. Oversized, fiberglass storage boxes feature raised lips with rubber trim seals and compression latches for the ultimate wet-weather confidence. The 189 also comes with a Minn Kota Edge, upright, level flotation, our exclusive Hard Case™ paint with clear coat protectant, stainless steel pop-up cleats, a wide choice of outboards and electronics, and a custom-matched trailer with Victor Shield™ protective coating.
The 189 Defender... From price to performance, here’s a serious design engineered to put you on fish and keep you there.
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
PERFORMANCE AND ENGINEERING
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 ControlADVANCED ELECTRONICS
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 PumpCOMFORT AND CONVENIENCE
Custom-Contoured High Performance Bucket Seats with (2) Fishing Seats
Wide Open Spacious Interior
Oversized Fiberglass Storage Boxes with Raised Lip Dam and Weather Trim Seal
Greater Deck, Leg, and Console Room
Aluminum Decks and FloorsHANDCRAFTED DETAILS
Hard Case™ Paint with Clear Coat Protection
Custom Fiberglass Console
Marine Grade Carpet
Three-Across Front Deck Seat Bases
Painted Underside of Lids
Large Diameter SS Seat Bases
Integrated Recessed Trolling Motor Pedal Tray
Wood-Free ConstructionTRAILER
3" Channel Frame
13" Aluminum Wheels with Radial Tires
Skid-Resistant Step Pads
LED Lighting with Back-Up Lights
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