Built in Melrose, MN
Warrior Boats
Two anglers in sweatshirts and caps net a fish from the deck of a dark blue Warrior V1890 boat on a calm lake at golden hour.

Backtroller · 18' 3" · 90 XL

V1890

The Boat That Can Take You Anywhere

Nearly every V2090 feature in an 18' 3" package, with the same choice of tiller steering. Right-sized for the lakes you actually fish.

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Overview

Why the V1890

The V1890 Backtroller brings almost all the proven features of the legendary V2090 into an 18' 3" package that delivers versatility, precision, and confidence on the water. Whether you're grinding through tournaments or chasing fish on the weekend, this boat is designed to meet your demands.

With smart storage, impressive fishability, and the trusted Warrior build quality, the V1890 Backtroller is sized right and ready for wherever your passion takes you. Steer it with Warrior's own Pro Tiller II, or with Mercury Steering, Yamaha Electric Steering or UFlex.

If you want true performance in a more compact footprint, this is your boat.

Walk Thru

Take the tour

A full walk thru of the V1890, layout to rigging. Watch on YouTube ↗

Gallery

The V1890 On The Water

Running and on-the-water shots of the V1890. Scroll through, or open any photo full size.

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Rigged

Controls, Trailer & Accessories

Stern Control Panel

  • Livewell Control Center w/Timer
  • Tachometer
  • Fuel Gauge
  • Switch Panel
  • w/Circuit Breakers
  • 12V Accessory Receptacle

Trailer Features

  • Tuff Coated
  • Single Spring Axle
  • Disc Brakes
  • Aluminum Rims w/Spare Tire & Carrier
  • Boat Buckle Tie Downs
  • Transom Saver
  • L.E.D. Lighting
  • Vault Hubs
  • Swing Tongue
  • Extreme Duty Winch & Wheel Jack
  • Tandem Trailer Option Available

Standard Accessories

  • Black Keel Guard
  • 1890 Warrior Custom Dowco Cover
  • Snap Carpet
  • 2 Trolling Battery Trays
  • 2 Stainless Cup Holders
  • MK330PCL Charger

Standard

Standard Features

22 included on every V1890

All of it standard, not optional. Engine and trailer packages are set with your dealer.

  • Ability to Power Match with Mercury, Yamaha or Suzuki
  • Group 31 AGM Starting Battery & Tray
  • Pro Tiller II Hydraulic Remote Tiller Steering on Select Engines
  • 2 Passenger Grab Handles
  • 4 Stainless Pop-Up Cleats
  • 2 Rod Storage Lockers
  • 2 Rod Shelves & Center Rod Storage for 28 Rod Capacity
  • Locking Storage Compartments & Glove Box
  • Fire Extinguisher
  • Fuel Filter Water Separator
  • Non Slip Bow Pad
  • Aerated Livewell w/Light & Recirculating Air System
  • Automatic Bilge Pump / Manual Bilge Pump
  • Bow & Stern Trolling Motor Receptacle
  • Marinco Trolling Motor Plug
  • In Floor Trolling Battery Storage
  • Running Lights & Horn
  • 2 Stainless Courtesy Lights
  • 3 Custom Warrior Seats w/ Power Bell & Slide
  • 2 AP Power Pedestals
  • 3 Stainless Floor Base Plates
  • Master Power Switch

Up Close

Feature Photos

Every storage locker, panel and livewell on the V1890, up close. 27 photos.

  • Close-up of a Warrior-branded switch panel and round trolling motor receptacle on the blue metal-flake bow deck, with lake and treeline behind.
    Trolling Motor Plug
  • Overhead view of the carpeted bow casting deck with flush hatch latches and a bow control panel at the tip, lake water surrounding the boat.
    Bow Deck
  • An open side storage hatch on the bow deck with a chrome latch, revealing stowed life jackets inside the compartment.
    Side Rod Locker Open
  • Bow deck photographed with all five storage hatches propped open showing the center rod locker and side compartments.
    Bow Storage Open
  • Open bow compartment showing a Minn Kota Precision on-board battery charger mounted inside the hull.
    Battery Storage Open
  • Close-up of a chrome-bezel LED courtesy light recessed into the blue metal-flake hull side.
    Courtesy Light
  • Open center rod locker with two gas struts holding the carpeted lid up and Warrior-branded rod straps inside.
    Center Rod Locker Open
  • A closed black Warrior-branded side rod locker panel with keyed latches along the boat's interior gunwale.
    Side Rod Locker Closed
  • A carpeted side rod locker holding rods in a padded sleeve, with the branded access panel below.
    Side Rod Locker Open
  • The side rod storage compartment open with rods inside and the lower storage door swung down.
    Side Rod Locker Open
  • Two clear tackle trays filled with colorful lures sitting in the open side storage compartment.
    Side Tackle Storage
  • Closed black Warrior-branded side rod locker door set into the blue metalflake gunwale, with an open storage channel above.
    Side Rod Locker Closed
  • Side rod locker door swung open on its latches revealing the empty carpeted storage compartment inside the gunwale.
    Side Rod Locker Open
  • Fishing rods resting in the open upper gunwale channel above the closed Warrior-branded side rod locker door.
    Side Rod Locker Closed
  • Open side compartment holding a tackle tray of lures and a blue Warrior Boats cap, with rods stowed in the channel above.
    Tackle Storage Open
  • Open glove box in the console side panel containing a tackle tray and a blue Warrior Boats cap, next to capacity warning labels.
    Glove Box Open
  • Close-up inside the glove box showing stacked tackle trays filled with lures beside a blue Warrior Boats cap.
    Glove Box Storage
  • Closed black latching access door in the blue metalflake cockpit sidewall above the aluminum deck panels.
    Bilge Access Door
  • Straight-on view of the helm dash panel showing fuel gauge, speedometer, tachometer, power outlets and labeled switches and breakers.
    Helm & Console
  • Close-up of the metal-flake gunwale showing a round vent knob and a small Max-Air Intake port.
    Max-Air Intake Vent
  • Open storage compartment revealing two batteries strapped in place alongside bundled wiring and hoses.
    Battery Storage Open
  • Close-up of a red marine battery selector switch marked OFF and ON mounted on a white surface with cables attached.
    Battery Switch
  • Recessed black trolling motor receptacle with a Warrior Boats badge on the gunwale beside a flexible conduit fitting.
    Trolling Motor Plug
  • Overhead view of the aft cockpit showing the deck hatches, a pedestal seat, side storage and the outboard motor over open water.
    Cockpit Layout
  • Close-up of the center floor hatch stamped with the Warrior Boats logo, flanked by latches and aluminum trim.
    Center Rod Locker
  • Close-up of a recessed black gunwale handle on the metal-flake blue side panel above carpeted storage.
    Side Rod Locker
  • Open rear livewell hatch revealing the water-filled tank, with switch panel visible on the deck beside it.
    Rear Livewell Open

Lifetime

Hull Warranty

Every Warrior hull is backed for life. Fiberglass lamination, materials, and workmanship.

3-Year

Bow-to-Stern

Transferable coverage on deck, OEM equipment, fuel tanks, and seats.

5-Year

EZ Loader Trailer

Custom-built to your hull shape. Handled directly through EZ Loader.

Full Warranty Details →

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