Helm Marine

  • 305 S. Brown County Rd 19
  • Aberdeen, SD 57401
  • Call Us: (605) 225-1250
  • https://www.helmmarine.net/
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2026 Crestliner XF 179 Base

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2026 Crestliner XF 179

THE EASY-TO-FISH BOAT

The XFC 179 is built for one thing: to put fish in the boat. With an immense bow deck and massive storage, there’s room to cast and room to store all the rods and reels and tackle you could ever need, protected by an innovative water-management system.

Features may include

Flooring
  • Carpet, 16 oz. marine-grade, w/aluminum flooring
Accessories
  • Trolling motor outlet, w/6-gauge wiring harness (24V) (bow)
Console/Instrumentation
  • Console, starboard, fiberglass w/lit toggle switches, multifunction black sterling gauges and space for up to 12" electronics
  • Speedometer/fuel and tachometer/trim multifunction gauges, black sterling
  • Windscreen
  • USB-C Charging port
  • Steering wheel, black composite
  • Horn
  • No-feedback steering
Exterior
  • Chine extrusion, welded
  • Cleats, black composite (4)
  • Eyes, stainless steel (bow & stern)
  • Gunnel, extruded w/SureMount system
  • Hull, aluminum, all-welded
  • Keel, extruded full length, welded (center)
  • Paint process, urethane
  • Ribs, extruded, extra strength
  • Rub rail
  • Strakes, formed 1-1/4" (6)
Interior
  • Bilge pump (manual)
  • Lanyard, ignition stop switch
  • Level flotation
  • Light, navigation
  • Mat, non-skid (bow)
Trailer
  • Basic 2200LB Bunk Painted Black Trailer
Livewells/Baitwells
  • Livewell, 23 gal. aerated w/timer & divider (stern) (36Lx13Wx11D)
Rod Storage
  • Rod ramp w/topside bungee rod straps (port)
  • Rod/Gear storage, lockable (port, bow) (8' capacity)
  • Topside bungee rod strap (starboard, bow)
Seating
  • Pedestal floor bases (2)
  • Seat, Pro folding w/flip up bases (2)
  • Seat, Pro w/pedestal (2)
Storage/Convenience
  • Recessed Foot Pedal
  • Platform (bow)
  • Bow panel, includes trim switch & TM outlet (utilize existing 5-series panel)
  • Storage compartment, lockable, framed and bulb seal (port & starboard, bow)
  • Storage compartment, step box w/drink holders (between flip up seats)
  • Storage, under seats
  • Drink holders (4)

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Highlights

  • Aberdeen, South Dakota
  • 2026
  • Crestliner
  • XF 179 Base
  • 90"
  • 1553 lbs
  • Available
  • Boat/Motor/Trailer: 7' 7"
  • Boat/Motor/Trailer: 6' 6"

Specifications

  • 2026
  • Crestliner
  • XF 179
  • Base
  • Fishing
  • Aluminum Gauge Bottom: .100" | Aluminum Gauge Sides: .100" | Aluminum Gauge Transom: .100"
  • 17' 8" | Boat/Motor/Trailer: 20' 9"
  • Boat/Motor/Trailer: 7' 7"
  • Boat/Motor/Trailer: 6' 6"
  • 20"
  • 90"
  • 10°
  • Side: 21"
  • 60"
  • 21 Gal
  • 4 Persons
  • 1,178 lbs
  • 1553 lbs
  • Max: 90 hp | Range: 60-90 hp