Quick answer: Legend is a Canadian company headquartered in Whitefish, Ontario, near Sudbury, and its boats are designed by Canadians for Canadian water. Legend pairs its boats with Mercury power. Most Legend hulls 17-21 ft are happy on a Mercury 90-150 FourStroke, often Command Thrust on the heavier models. Stay inside the capacity plate. Quote a complete Legend-and-Mercury package at mercuryrepower.ca.
For pricing on the engines included in Legend power packages, see the Ontario Mercury Outboard Price Guide and Best Mercury Outboard for Pontoon Boats. The Mercury Controls & Rigging Guide (Ontario) covers what's included in a typical rigging package, and Mercury Outboard Warranty (Canada 2026) explains the factory coverage.
If you're shopping a new aluminum fishing boat or a pontoon in Ontario, Legend Boats is going to come up. They're Canada's best-selling aluminum boat brand, every model is paired with a Mercury outboard, and they're the boat we sell most often at Harris Boat Works.
This is the boat-by-boat overview, what's in the 2026 lineup, what each hull does well, which Mercury motor pairs with each, and how the all-in pricing works.
Why Legend + Mercury Is the Combination
A few facts that matter:
- Legend is a Canadian company headquartered in Whitefish, Ontario, near Sudbury. Boats are designed by Canadians for Canadian boating conditions.
- Sells exclusively in Canada. Legend isn't trying to be a global brand, every model is sized, equipped, and warrantied for Canadian buyers.
- Mercury Marine is Legend's exclusive engine partner. Most Legends are sold with a Mercury outboard, eligible for Mercury's standard 3-year warranty (extendable with Mercury Product Protection).
- Legend's warranty coverage on components, hull, and floor differs by model line; check the current warranty terms for the boat you're looking at.
- All-In Pricing in Ontario includes freight, prep, and most essential equipment. The number on the page is close to the number that drives away.
We've been a Mercury dealer since 1965. Harris Boat Works is an authorized Legend Boats dealer in Ontario, in Gores Landing on Rice Lake, Ontario. The combination is genuinely the most popular new-boat package on Rice Lake and through the Kawarthas.
The 2026 V-Hull / Fishing Boat Lineup
Five series in the V-hull lineup, ranked roughly entry-level to top-tier.
Pricing note: Legend's website now lists the R, XF, XT and Titanium series as 2027 models and the Pulse, LE, Q and Halo as 2026 models. The starting prices below are Legend's published Ontario all-in starting prices, checked September 25, 2026. A 2026 boat still in dealer inventory can be priced differently from a 2027 catalog start, and the included motor and length depend on the exact package, so confirm the configuration with us before you compare.
Pulse, rotomolded plastic, 10 ft
The Pulse is built differently from anything else in the lineup, rotomolded HDPE plastic hull, virtually unsinkable. Single 10-foot length only, max 15 HP. Legend's published starting price for the 2026 Pulse is $5,999 CAD.
Best for: First-time boaters, kids' boats, cottage runabouts, anyone who wants a near-indestructible hull that doesn't need spring service.
R Series, budget aluminum, 12-16 ft
The R Series is riveted aluminum, not welded, the entry price comes from the rivets. Two configurations: R Series Ultralite (12-14 ft, boat-only options) and R Series ProSport (14-16 ft, motor + trailer packages).
Legend's published starting price for the 2027 R Series is $5,699 CAD. Motor-and-trailer ProSport packages cost more; we quote the exact package.
Prices here are planning figures as of September 2026. For live Mercury motor pricing, see the Mercury pricing reference.
Best for: Budget-conscious anglers, kicker / second-boat buyers, light-duty utility.
XF Series, 16-18 ft, serious fishing
The XF Series moves up to welded aluminum with a deeper-V hull (17° deadrise, the same as Legend's premium hulls). Legend's published starting price for the 2027 XF Series is $38,999 CAD. Bigger motors and options raise that; we price the exact rig.
Best for: Mid-range fishermen who want a real fishing boat without going to premium pricing. Solid all-around platform.
XT Series, 17-20 ft, premium fishing/family hybrid
The XT Series is one of Legend's newest lineups and the most-talked-about Legend lineup we've seen in years. Four lengths: 17 XT, 18 XT, 19 XT, 20 XT. Legend's published starting price for the 2027 XT Series is $59,999 CAD. Longer hulls and bigger Mercury motors cost more.
What's new on the XT:
- Convertible "Frunk" bow, the bow seating converts to fishing space and back
- 50/50 Extenda-deck Converta-bench, multi-position seating that becomes casting deck or storage
- RIGS (Railmountz Integrated Gunnel System), modular accessory mounting
- 75L livewell
- Helix 7 fish finder standard
- Minn Kota PowerDrive trolling motor included
Best for: The boater who wants premium fishing features with family-day flexibility. We've quoted more XTs in the first six months of 2026 than any other Legend model in the same window.
Titanium 19 Rugged, top-tier
The Titanium is the heaviest-duty V-hull in the line. 0.125-gauge aluminum (everything else is 0.100), RIGS gunnel system, hydraulic steering, full tournament-style fishing layout. Legend's published starting price for the 2027 Titanium is $91,999 CAD; max HP is 150.
Best for: Tournament anglers, guides, anyone running serious water who wants the thickest hull in the lineup. Less common, we move 1-2 a year.
The 2026 Pontoon Lineup
Three series across three positioning bands:
LE Series, entry-level pontoons, 15-21 ft
Best-value pontoon line. 2-tube standard with optional 3-tube on the 21. Mercury 25 ELPT / 40 ELPT Command Thrust (CT on the 40; there is no 25 CT) standard depending on size. Legend's published starting price for the 2026 LE Series is $41,998 CAD. Longer and three-tube LE models with bigger motors cost more.
Best for: First-time pontoon buyers, weekend cottage families, anyone who wants the pontoon experience without premium pricing.
Q Series, premium comfort pontoons, 21-23 ft
Step-up tier. 2-tube or 3-tube options. Garmin 52CV GPS standard. Premium furniture and finish. Legend's published starting price for the 2026 Q Series is $56,999 CAD.
Best for: Buyers who want comfort and electronics without the design statement of the Halo.
Halo, modern-design pontoons, 19-23 ft
The Halo is Legend's most distinctive pontoon, PolyForm construction, 360° seating, JBL audio, modern aesthetic that doesn't look like every other pontoon at the marina. Legend's published starting price for the 2026 Halo is $49,999 CAD. Mercury 115 EXLPT standard.
Best for: Younger families, design-conscious buyers, anyone who wants a pontoon that doesn't blend into the dock.
Mercury Power Pairings That Make Sense
The standard motor on each Legend hull is sized for the typical use case, but the question we get most is should I upgrade? Here's the framework:
| Hull |
Standard Mercury |
Common upgrade |
When to upgrade |
| Pulse 10 |
None (boat-only or small 4-stroke) |
Mercury 9.9-15 4-stroke |
Always, boat needs power |
| R Ultralite 12-14 |
None or 9.9 ProKicker |
15-25 ELPT |
If using as primary boat, not kicker |
| R ProSport 14-16 |
Mercury 20-25 ELPT |
Mercury 30-40 ELPT |
More capacity, more weight on board |
| XF 16-18 |
Mercury 50-90 ELPT |
Mercury 90-115 ELPT |
Family days with full crew, watersports |
| XT 17-20 |
Mercury 90-175 |
Pro XS upgrade |
Tournament fishing, top speed matters |
| Titanium 19 |
Mercury 115 EXLPT |
Mercury 150 |
Max HP rating; for tournament-grade performance |
| LE 15-21 |
Mercury 25 ELPT / 40 ELPT CT (CT on the 40) |
Mercury 60-115 ELPT CT |
More passengers, watersports towing |
| Q 21-23 |
Mercury 60 ELPT CT |
Mercury 150-250 |
Watersports, larger passenger loads |
| Halo 19-23 |
Mercury 115 EXLPT |
Verado options on 23 |
Premium experience, single-engine boat |
Command Thrust (CT) matters on pontoons. It's a larger gearcase that turns a bigger prop more slowly, way more thrust at low speed, much better for moving heavy pontoon hulls. Standard on most LE Series motors and a no-brainer on heavier pontoons.
Pro XS matters on the XT 18 and up. Performance-tuned variants of the FourStroke with sport gearcases and higher RPM ceilings. Adds 3-5 mph top end and quicker hole shot. Worth it on a tournament-spec hull.
Verado is the premium option on bigger Halo and Q Series pontoons, V8 and V10 power built for a smoother, quieter ride, though at HBW it's special-order only rather than stock. Significant cost step; for higher-end boats only.
All-In Pricing. What That Actually Includes
Legend's "All-In Pricing" model means the price you see on the website includes:
- The boat
- The Mercury motor
- The trailer (most packages, verify per-model)
- Freight to dealer
- Pre-delivery inspection and prep
- Most standard equipment
Not included in All-In:
- HST
- Optional electronics upgrades (chartplotter upgrades beyond standard)
- Custom rigging changes
- Extended warranty (Mercury Product Protection, well worth considering)
- Accessories (anchors, life jackets beyond minimum, fishing electronics beyond standard)
Plan on 13% HST on top of the listed price, plus whatever you add in reasonable optional equipment. Bigger optional packages can push higher.
About the author
Jay Harris helps run Harris Boat Works, a third-generation family marina in Gores Landing on Rice Lake, Ontario, established in 1947. HBW is a Mercury Marine Premier Dealer. We're also an authorized Legend Boats dealer in Ontario. We serve boaters who want straight answers before spending real money. Read Jay's full bio.
Why Buy a Legend at HBW Specifically
A few things that aren't on the Legend website:
Mercury repower path is built-in. Most Legends are sold with a Mercury outboard, and we're a Mercury Premier dealer. When the original engine eventually needs replacement (10-15 years out, typically), we already have your records, your boat history, and the right rigging knowledge. No starting over with a new dealer.
On-water service. We're at Gores Landing on Rice Lake. If your Legend needs warranty work or service, you don't have to trailer it 90 minutes to a dealer in another county. Request service at hbwservice.ca and bring it to us.
Trade-in math. We take Legend trade-ins (and most other brands). Single-transaction trade saves the Kijiji hassle and gives you tax-on-difference savings on the new boat (you only pay HST on the price difference between trade and new, not the full new price).
Real conversations. We're not the biggest Legend dealer in Ontario. We're not trying to be. What we are is a third-generation family business that's been on this lake since 1947 and that has time to actually walk you through which hull is right for the way you'll use the boat.
