Electric Outboards: Less than 5 kW

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Welcome to what we believe is the most complete guide to electric outboard boat motors with power less than 5kW. It has been assembled to provide a single place where someone interested in electric outboards and electric boats in general can find comparative information for motors made all over the world: Europe, USA and Asia.

You may also be interested in our other guides:
»» Guide to Electric Outboards Over 5kW
»» Guide to Electric Inboards
»» Guide to Electric Saildrives and Pods
»» Guide to Electric Trolling Motors
»» Guide to Electric Boat Batteries

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Outboards under 5kW

This is a general outline of the companies that manufacture electric outboards with power under 5kiloWatts and the models that they offer. It is not intended to be the definitive authority on the subject, but rather a launching pad for finding out more about motors that may match your specific needs.

There is a lot of variety in the way manufacturers detail the technical attributes of their products. We have tried to take the most common measurements and assemble an ‘apples to apples’ comparison.

General Organization

The top of this web page is an Illustrated Guide with photos of the motors and specifications to the right. At the bottom of the page is a Sortable/Searchable Table that lets you compare motors easily. If you are going to be using the table extensively the page is best viewed on a computer rather than smartphone or tablet.

Illustrated Guide

The motors are organized in alphabetical order by manufacturer, then by power of motor within that manufacturer’s listing. In the interests of user friendliness, we have bunched the short (S) and long shaft (L) models together, and for some manufacturers have also bunched the range of motors, mainly because that is how those manufacturers display them on their websites. For the specifications we have tried to make it a user friendly as possible. If there are 3 models in the line, we will give the specs for each model with a comma in between. If there are many models, we give a range without lining the specs up with specific models.

Sortable/Searchable Table

The table can be searched with any keyword – manufacturer, for instance, or can be sorted by any of the columns: Power, Motor Type, Shaft Length, Other Miscellaneous information, Country of Manufacture and Price.

Source of Specifications

All specifications are taken from the manufacturers’ websites or brochures without any independent verification. There is a lot of variety in the way manufacturers detail the attributes of their products, particularly when it comes to ‘Power’. Some use peak power as the measurement, some use continuous power, and there are other variations. Some quote minimum RPMs for their motors, others quote maximum RPMs. There is also no set standard for ‘horsepower equivalent’. We have tried to present the information as close as possible to an ‘apples to apples’ comparison.

The photographs and drawings are from the manufacturers’ websites and are not shown in any consistent scale.

Measurements

All measurements are in metric. We have not given comparisons to Imperial/US measures except in ‘horsepower equivalent’, which is in itself not standardized due to how the power is measured by each manufacturer.

kW • Voltage • HP
 kW is the kW rating provided by the manufacturer. Most websites do not indicate whether it is input or output kW. When it is indicated, we took the larger of the two, usually the input kW Voltage is most often referred on the sites as ‘Voltage’. Some indicate nominal or peak. In those cases we have used the nominal rating and indicated it as such.  HP is ‘HorsePower equivalent’ so that you can get an idea of the power of the motor in comparison to a HP rating you might be more familiar with. These measurements come from the manufacturer’s website, and different manufacturers measure the HP in different ways. Some even use metric horsepower, which is slightly different from imperial horsepower. Again, we have tried to make it as apples to apples as possible. (For general guidance, 1kW is round one and a third HP, or the reverse is that 1HP is around three quarters of a kW  

Weight and Length are in metric. 1 kilogram = 2.2 pounds, ( a 15kg motor = 33 lb), 1 centimetre = 2.54 inch (63 cm shaft = 25″)  

Running Times These obviously depend on a variety of conditions. We have used the information from the manufacturer’s website, taking the range/time at the lowest speed and highest. Some manufacturers also include range in their analysis of the capabilities of a battery and motor combination, but since not all provide that, we have used only running times.

Motor Types  There are advantages and disadvantages to each kind of electric motor. Some manufacturers use abbreviations to describe their motors, others use the full words. We have used whatever the manufacturer prefers, but when abbreviations are used, this is what they mean:

BLDC: BrushLess Direct Current
PMAC: Permanent Magnet Alternating Current
PMSM: Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor

Battery Glossary

AGM: Absorbent Glass Mat (lead acid)
VRLA: Valve Regulated Sealed Lead Acid
Li-ion: Lithium Ion
LiPo: Lithium ion polymer
LiFePo, LiFePo4: Lithium-iron-phosphate

Prices

These prices are intended as a guide, to give an idea of comparative pricing, not as quotes for the products. The range of prices reflects the options for the model (i.e. from short shaft tiller steer to long shaft remote steer).

We have included prices only when listed on the manufacturer’s website. Many manufacturers will have pages on their sites with dealer locations and links to dealer websites where pricing can be found.

While prices between dealers are fairly consistent, there can be big price swings between continents. The $ amounts are US$ unless otherwise noted. Finally, if the battery is integrated, it is in the price, if the battery is separate, the listed price is for the motor only.

The information on this page was reviewed on February 3, 2023

You may also want to check our Directory of Electric Boat Motor manufacturers, dealers and distributors around the world, or the Plugboats Marketplace of electric boat motors for sale.

Manufacturers in this Buying Guide: Aquamot • Combi • EClass Rechargable Boats • e’dyn • Elco • Elva • EPCarry • ePropulsion • Electro-Mobile – Golden Motor/EZOutboard • Karvin • Krautler • Mercury • Newport • Parsun • Ray Electric Outboards • Remigo • Rim Drive Technology • Parsun • Torqeedo

Aquamot

Aquamot was founded in 2003 by engineer Siegmund Hammerschmidt and has grown to be a leading manufacturer of electric motors. They have outboard and pod motors in sizing from 1.1 kW to 25kW. Their Trend line, shown here, is for recreational boats. The motors are divided into the 1 to 1.6kW range and the 2.2 to 4.4kW range because that is how they are shown on the website. (Aquamot motors above 5kW are on our Guide to Outboards Over 5 kW). The photos show that the motor (bottom of shaft) is longer and larger on the higher kW models. The black extension is the optional tiller.

Aquamot Trend Outboard 1.1

kW: 1.1 • Voltage: not available • HP: 3.5
Battery: Integrated, .640 kWh • Li-ion
Running Time: 40 min – 6.5 hrs
Shaft Length (cm): (S): 63 • (L): 75
Weight (kg): 14.2 • Tiller: + .4
Steering: Tiller or Remote
Other: Two year limited warranty. Larger / extra battery can be purchased to extend range (1.28 kWh Li-ion)
Country of Manufacture: Austria
Price: €1800-€2000 • $2050 – $2275

Aquamot Trend Outboard 1.6

kW: 1.6 • Voltage: not available • HP: 5
Battery: Integrated, .640 kWh • Li-ion
Running Time: 29 min – 4.5 hrs
Shaft Length (cm): (S): 63 • (L): 75
Weight (kg): 15.3 • Tiller: + .6
Steering: Remote or Tiller
Other: Two year limited warranty. Larger / extra battery can be purchased to extend range (1.28 kWh Li-ion)
Country of Manufacture: Austria
Price: €2,200-€2349 • $2500 – $2675

Aquamot Trend Outboard 2.2

kW: 2.2 • Voltage: 24 • HP: 6.5
Battery: Not included. Can be purchased from Aquamot or others. Connector cables included
Running Time: 2.25 hrs – 10 hrs
Shaft Length (cm): (S): 63 • (L): 75
Weight (kg): 22.9 • Tiller: + .5
Steering: Remote or Tiller
Other: Two year limited warranty. Extra long shaft and long tiller arm available.
Country of Manufacture: Austria
Price: €3100 • $3500

Aquamot Trend Outboard 4.3

kW: 4.3 • Voltage: 48 • HP: 11
Battery: Not included. Can be purchased from Aquamot or others. Connector cables included
Running Time: 2.25 hrs – 10 hrs
Shaft Length (cm): (S): 63 • (L): 75
Weight (kg): 22.9 • Tiller: + .5
Steering: Remote or Tiller
Other: Two year limited warranty. Extra long shaft and long tiller arm available.
Country of Manufacture: Austria
Price: €3500 • $3950

Combi Outboards

Combi Outboards was founded in 1979 in Giethoorn (‘the Dutch Venice’) to supply rental boats with clean electric power. It is now a leading international supplier of electric propulsion solutions for the maritime market. Combi manufactures inboards, pods, hybrids and outboards. There are six outboards ranging in power from 1kW to 3.5 kW: 1, 1.5, 2, 2.5, 3 and 3.5kW. Rather than detailing each, we give the specifications for the 1kW and 3.5kW models. The prices for each model are included in the sortable table at the bottom of the page.

Combi Outboards: 1kW web page
Download .pdf brochure (all Combi models)

kW: 1.0 • Voltage: 24 • HP: 4
Battery: Not included.
Running Time: Typical run times provided on the .pdf from Combi site
Shaft Length (cm): (S): 40.5 • (L): 52.5 • (XL): 56.5
Weight (kg): Not available
Steering: Remote or Tiller
Other: Available & Options: Battery monitoring in top cowling or with Victron Blue smart BMV-712 (for lithium batteries), Shore power Kit, GPS tracking unit
Country of Manufacture: Netherlands
Price: Tiller: €3495 – US$ 3890 • Remote (includes control unit & joystick: €4250 US$ 4620

Combi Outboards: 3.5kW web page
Download .pdf brochure (all Combi models)

kW: 3.5 • Voltage: 48 • HP: 9
Battery: Not included.
Running Time: Typical run times provided on the .pdf from Combi site
Shaft Length (cm): (S): 41.0 • (L): 52.5 • (XL): 56.5
Weight (kg): Not available
Steering: Remote or Tiller
Other: Available & Options: : Battery monitoring in top cowling or with Victron Blue smart BMV-712 (for lithium batteries), Shore power Kit, GPS tracking unit.
Country of Manufacture: Netherlands
Price: Tiller: €5995 US$ 6675 • Remote (includes control unit & joystick: €6650 US$ 7400

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EClass Rechargeable Boats

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EClass Rechargable Boats is an Australian company that has tested and developed a system that uses electric motors installed as the powerhead on lower units and casings of standard fossil fuel outboards. Motors can be purchased alone or in a package with a matched lithium-ion battery package. In addition to the 3kW and 4kW models below, they have 5, 12 and 20 kW models. (See our Guide to Electric Outboards Over 5kW)

3kW EClass • 4kW EClass

kW: 4, 5, 6, 8, 12, 20, 30, 40 • HP: 8, 10, 10, 15, 24, 50, 60 • Casing: 2 stroke 15HP
Battery: Separate lithium-ion batteries matched to motors can be purchased from EClass Boats Separate or they can provide motor specifications for your battery supplier
Running Time: Dependent on battery package. Suggested packages: 1kWh per kW of motor for 1 hour at WOT or two to three times that at mixed speeds. Example. 20kW motor = 20kWh of battery for one hour runtime at wide open throttle, 2 to 3 times that at mixed speeds
Shaft Length (cm): Standard short and long outboard lengths
Weight (kg): 30, 37, 44, 44, 60, 70, 95, 95
Steering: Tiller, except in 20kW and 30kW Ultra where forward control is standard
Other: 3 Year Warranty • Motor can be custom programmed to comply with maximum speed for local conditions • Options: Custom propellor • Forward control • Heat exchanger for no flush options• full DIY electric repower kits available for a wide range of 2 stroke and some 4 stroke brands for customers marine mechanics and chandleries with a suitable casing to retrofit
Country of Manufacture: Australia
Price: 4kW: $4,225, 5kW: $4,985 6kW- 8kW: $5,200, 12kW: $5,950, 20kW: $6,400, 20kW Ultra: $8,300, 30-40kW: $10,560, DIY repower kits from: $3,300 • AUS –4kW: $6400, 5kW: $7,550 6kW- 8kW: $8,000 12kW: $9,000, 20kW: $9,700, 20kW Ultra:$12,550, 30-40kW:$16,000, DIY repower kits from $4,950

e’dyn

The brand name e’dyn is short for ‘Electric Dynamic Nautics’ and is the electric propulsion division of Podkriznik d.o.o., which produces larger drive assemblies, special metal parts and complex metal/composite parts for electric motors. e’dyno offers 1 outboard model less than 5kW, 2 models larger than 5kW and an inboard motor.

e’dyn 04 08 web page (includes specs)

kW: 4.3 • Voltage: 30 • HP: 5.5
Battery: Separate. AGM Lead acid available from e-dyn, motor is also compatible with Li-ion
Running Time: Range up to 35km
Shaft Length (cm): ‘Standard’
Weight (kg): 38 • AGM Batteries: 180
Steering: Tiller
Other: Includes LCD monochrome 128×64 (mm) display • Controller, throttle & other accessories available – sold separately
Country of Manufacture: Slovenia
Price: Available by quote through website

Elco

Elco (Elco Motor Yachts) is the oldest electric boat motor company in the world, having been started in 1893 as the the Electric Launch Company to supply electric boats for the Chicago World’s Fair. It went on to become the USA’s second largest boat manufacturer. In 2013 the company decided to focus exclusively on electric motors – outboards, inboards and hybrids. They have two outboards under 5kW and four bigger motors ranging from 6.48kW to 21.6kW.

Elco EP-5 web page
Download .pdf Spec Sheet

kW: 3.0 • Voltage: 24 • HP: 5
Battery: Separate. Batteries (Victron Absorbed Glass Mat (AGM) and Chargers ( NOCO) available from Elco
Running Time: Not available
Shaft Length (cm): (Transom Height): (S): 43.6 • (L): 56.3
Weight (kg): 29.5 • Batteries: 90 (approximate: 2x12V 145 Ah)
Steering: Tiller or Remote (Side or Top Mount available)
Other: ‘Get Home Safe’ battery alert system
Country of Manufacture: USA
Price: Prices are significantly higher in Europe. €3575 – €3950 ($4050 – 4475) North America $2600

Elco EP-9.9 web page
Download .pdf Spec Sheet

kW: 4.7 • Voltage: 48 • HP: 9.9
Battery: Separate. Batteries (Victron Absorbed Glass Mat (AGM) and Chargers ( NOCO) available from Elco
Running Time: Not available
Shaft Length (cm): (Transom Height): (S): 43.6 • (L): 56.3
Weight (kg): 29.5 • Batteries: 180 (approximate: 2x12V 145 Ah)
Steering: Tiller or Remote (Side or Top Mount available)
Other: ‘Get Home Safe’ battery alert system
Country of Manufacture: USA
Price: Prices are significantly higher in Europe. €3521 – €4310 ($4000 – $4900) North America $2910

Elva

Elva is an electric boating specialist founded in the Netherlands in 1984 by Piet Bibo. Their motors are widely used for commercial and rental applications and have proven themselves simple to operate and extremely durable. They offer three outboards: .9kW, 1.5kW and 1.8kW

Elva information page

kW: .9, 1.5, 1.8 • Voltage: 24 , 48, 48 • HP: 1.2, 2.25, 2.5
Battery: Not included.
Running Time: N/A
Shaft Length (cm): (S): 40 • (L): 52
Weight (kg): Motor: Short Shaft: 23, 24, 30, add 1kg for Long • Battery: N/A
Steering: Tiller, Remote optional
Other: Includes battery meter.
Country of Manufacture: Netherlands
Price: N/A

EP Carry

Joe Grez, an experienced consumer product developer with a degree in physics and portfolio of US patents, developed the Electric Paddle in 2008 when a new mandatory CO2 warning had to be placed on his dinghy and it made him think about the effects of exhaust on his young granddaughter when she was in the boat. The motor has now evolved into the EP Carry system, an electric outboard for dinghies and most boats 13 ft. or less, plus some sail craft.

EP Carry information page

kW: .23 • Voltage: 24 (nominal) • HP: 1
Battery: Separate, available from EPCarry • 24V or 48V Lithium-iron-phosphate: LiFePo in buoyant case.
Running Time: 1 hrs – 5 hrs
Shaft Length (cm): (XS): 101 • (S): 114 • (L): 127
Weight (kg): Motor: 6.4 • Battery: (24V) 2.9
Steering: Tiller
Other: Two year limited warranty.Easy tilt-up lift mechanism for beaching. Accepts any 24V battery. Larger / extra battery enables extended range.
Country of Manufacture: USA
Price: $1600

ePropulsion

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ePropulsion was founded in 2012 by three engineers from the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST). The company continues to have a strong engineering culture where each engineer is individually responsible for creating as much value for users as possible. ePropulsion offers two outboard models, the 1kW Spirit and 3kW Navy.

ePropulsion Spirit 1.0 Evo web page

kW: 1.0 • Voltage: 40.7 (nominal) • HP: 3
Battery: Integrated • 1.02 kWh • LiPo (lithium-ion-polymer)
Running Time: 1 hrs – 4 hrs
Shaft Length (cm): (XS): 52.5 • (S): 62.5 • (L): 75
Weight (kg): Motor: 11 • Battery: 8.8 (varies with shaft length and/or tiller)
Steering: Tiller or Remote, Wireless
Other: Hyrdrogeneration. Two year limited warranty. As of May 2019 wireless remote control is available
Country of Manufacture: China
Price: €1800 – €2136 • $2150 – $2400

ePropulsion Navy 3.0 Evo web page

kW: 3.0 • Voltage: 46.8 (nominal) • HP: 6
Battery: Non-Integrated • 3.04 kWh • Li-ion
Running Time: 1 hrs – 4 hrs
Shaft Length (cm): (S): 64 • (L): 76.5
Weight (kg): Motor: 24 • Battery: 31.5 (varies with shaft length and/or tiller)
Steering: Tiller or Remote, Wireless
Other: Hydrogeneration. Two year limited warranty, one year on battery. Wide variety of accessories available.
Country of Manufacture: China
Price: €2500-€2600 • $2900 – $3050

Electro-Mobile

Electro-Mobile is a family company founded in Sweden in 1992 with a focus on eco-friendly electric motors in general for use in heavy equipment, cars, HVAC and power tools. Electro-Mobile offers two outboards motors under 5kW – the 4921-3kW and 4921-5kW.

Electro-Mobile E4921-3 webpage
Download .pdf spec sheet (includes 4921-5)

kW: 3.0 • Voltage: 48 • HP: 5
Battery: Separate. Available from Electro-Mobile (see below)
Running Time: Not available
Shaft Length: Not available
Weight (kg): 31 • Batteries: 60 (4.5 kWh – 4x12V 90Ah Lithium-iron-phosphate: LiFePo)
Steering: Tiller
Other: Chargers and all accessories available from Electro-Mobile Here is a link to a battery guide on the site
Country of Manufacture: Sweden
Price: No prices available from dealers. Manufacturer has been contacted.

Electro-Mobile E4921-5 webpage
Download .pdf spec sheet (includes 4921-3)

kW: 5.0 • Voltage: 48 • HP: 9
Battery: Separate. Available from Electro-Mobile (see below)
Running Time: Not available
Shaft Length: Not available
Weight (kg): 48 • Batteries: 60 (4.5 kWh – 4x12V 90Ah Lithium-iron-phosphate: LiFePo)
Steering: Tiller
Other: Chargers and all accessories available from Electro-Mobile Here is a link to a battery guide on the site
Country of Manufacture: Sweden
Price: No prices available from dealers. Manufacturer has been contacted.

Golden Motor – EZOutboard

Golden Motor has been a manufacturer of high power electric motors and controllers since 2007. The company also has motors available for e-bikes, motorcycles and cars and started conversion of used gasoline outboards to electric versions in 2012. Their EZ Outboard brand offers a line of trolling motors and two higher power outboards of 6.5 and 11.5kW.

EZOutboard EX-X05

kW: 3 • Voltage: 48 • Rated Current (A): 65 • Thrust Force (lb): 130 • HP: 5-7
Battery: Separate. Expandable LiFePO4 battery pack available from EZOutboard
Propeller (in): 10 x 7 • Propeller Speed: 2000
Weight (kg): 20
Steering: Tiller and Remote
Other: 3 speed mode smart control panel
Country of Manufacture: China
Price: $3,000

Karvin

Karvin is a Czech Republic company that focuses its efforts exclusively on electric outboard. It offers one motor smaller than 5 kiloWatts – the 4500.

Karvin 4500

kW: 4.5 • Voltage: 24 / 36 / 48 • HP: 8 / 12 / 16
Battery: Separate. Various packages available from Karvin
Running Time: Not available
Shaft Length (cm): (S): 38 • (L): 51
Weight (kg): 22 • Batteries: 80 (48V = 4x12V LiFePo4 140Ah)
Steering: Tiller and Remote
Other: All accessories available from Karvin
Country of Manufacture: Czech Republic
Price (MSRP): €4337- €4537 • $4925 – $5150

Krautler

Krautler is a long-established Austrian manufacturer of industrial electric motors. They began construction of electric boat motors started in the 80’s mainly because they could not find a product that would live up to the standards of founder Oswald Kräutler. They continue to make electric motors for industrial and ship use and have a wide range of motors for smaller recreational power and sailboats.

Krautler Outboarder Adjustable Shaft 0.5kW – 2.4kW
Download .pdf of spec sheet for all Krautler Adjustable Shaft Outboards

Krautler has a range of electric outboards that can be ordered with grip (tiller) or remote control (pin). They range from 0.5 kw (input) to 2.6 kW (input) and have two different types of electric motors: GPAV motors on the 0.5kW to 2.2kW models (DC motor with permanent magnets, continuous control) and ACAV (AC brushless three phase asynchronous motor) on the 2.4kW and 2.6kW models. This listing covers the whole range of outboard motors with adjustable shafts (under 5kW).

Krautler electric outboard boat motor adjustable shaft

▪ kW (input): GPAV: 0.5, 0.8, 1.6, 2.2, ACAV: 2.4, 2.6 • Voltage: 24 (exception is 2.2: 36V) • HP: 0.67 – 3.5
▪ Battery: Separate, not sold by Krautler
▪ Running Time: Not available
▪ Shaft Length (cm): 85 • optional for up to 100cm
▪ Weight (kg): 18 – 33
▪ Steering: Remote or Tiller
▪ Other: Includes: infinitely variable electric regulation system, single lever control (throttle), battery master switcher, battery fuse, battery monitor, anode for fresh water, cable set, fixed or folding propeller (depending on order)
▪ Country of Manufacture: Austria
▪ Price: US$1,500 – 2,000

Mercury

Mercury is the largest manufacturer of outboard motors in the United States and introduced the Avator 75.e in January 2023. Available in tiller and remote steer models, it features a quick-connect battery and intuitive controls that make setup and operation a breeze. Advanced displays and other technologies monitor your battery level and ranges so you can explore the water with confidence.

Mercury Avator 7.5e

kW (Input): .916 (Output): .75 • Voltage: 48
Battery: Integrated, Swappable. 1.0kWh Li-ion
Shaft Length (cm): (S): 38.1 / 15″ • (M): 50.8 / 20″ • (L): 63.5 / 25″
Weight (kg): Motor – (excluding transom bracket): 16.7 • Battery: 7.6
Steering: Tiller and Remote
Other: Includes integrated display, transom bracket, propeller and 110V charger. Three year warranty: corrosion and limited warranty, two year limited factory warranty on Avator batteries and charging accessories.
Country of Manufacture: USA
Price: N/A

Newport

Newport, formerly known as Newport Vessels, started out in inflatable RIBs and moved into manufacturing high quality trolling motors, becoming a well known and trusted name. The NT300 is their first entry in the electric outboard market and is also available with kayak mounting. Newport products are ‘manufactured and tested to the highest quality standards with complete customer satisfaction as their goal’.

Newport NT300

kW: 1.3 • Voltage: 36 • HP: 3+
Battery: Newport LiFePo4 with charger and quick connect: 36V-30Ah / 1.08kWh or 36V-40Ah/ 1.44kWh
Running Time: @40 Watts = 30 Hours @300 Watts ≈ 4 Hours @1100 Watts ≈ 1 Hour 10 Minutes
Shaft Length (cm): 62.5
Weight (kg): 12.02 • Battery Weight (kg): 11
Steering: Tiller and Remote • Tilt: 0°, 7°, 14°, 21° / 70°
Other: Digital throttle and LCD screen, magnetic safety kill switch, Two Year Limited Warranty
Country of Manufacture: USA
Price: $999

Parsun

Suzhou Parsun Power Machine Co., Ltd. was founded in 2001 in Suzhou, China. Their core technology team’s collective experience dates back to 1968, and includes working with OMC in the development of integral components for high-power outboard engines in the late 1990’s. The company works with Elco on the design, technology and patents for its electric outboard products as well as the global sourcing of key parts and materials. The company makes one outboard under 5kW, its 3.6kW Parsun 5HP.

Parsun 5HP

kW: 3.6 • Voltage: 48 • HP: 5
Battery: Separate. Not available from Parsuns
Running Time: Not available
Shaft Length (cm): (Transom Height): (S): 38.1 • (L): 50.8
Weight (kg): (S): 28.4 (L): 30.4
Steering: Tiller and Remote
Other: 4 position manual trim and tilt
Country of Manufacture: China
Price: The price on this varies widely from Australia to the US. Australia: $AU 4000 – $AU 4800 ($2800 – $3400) • United States: $1700 – $2250

Ray Electric Outboards

Ray Electric Outboard

Ray Outboards is a 3rd generation family-owned business founded by Mort Ray, who began designing his first electric outboard motor in 1973 in his basement and was manufacturing motors for sale by the next year. Morton passed away in 2018, so his family has taken up his mission to provide reliable, environmentally safe motors for the world. Ray manufactures one motor model which can operate at different power ratings according to the battery pack attached. The company does not provide kW rating, so these have been estimated from the voltage and amperage inputs.

kW: Not available • Voltage: 36 / 48 / 60 • HP: 2.5 / 4 / 5
Battery: Separate.
Running Time: 1.8 hrs – 28 hrs
Shaft Length (cm): (Transom Height): (S): 38.1 • (L): 50.8
Weight (kg): Total System Weights per Voltage ratings above: (with lead acid batteries) 228 / 287 / 340
Steering: Tiller or Remote, Electric Tilt & Trim option available
Other: 12 1/2″ x 12″ pitch weedless aluminum propeller, Easy-to-read battery meter, Chargers available, complete installation, maintenance, and operating instructions provided, 1 year warranty
Country of Manufacture: USA
Price: $5,775- $6,775

Remigo

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Remigo Electric Outboard

Remigo is a Slovenian company that has taken a totally fresh look at small electric outboards and has come up with a unique design with a mounting bracket on the boat’s transom that allows the motor to easily detach for stowing or carrying. It has a distinctive pillar design with integrated battery and 2 button control module.

kW: 1.0 • Voltage: 36 • HP: 3
Battery: Integrated 1.085 kWh Li-ion
Running Time: Range – 14 NM (26 km) at 3 kts/5.5.kmh
Shaft Length (cm): sliding adjustment up to 80 cm
Weight (kg): 14.5kg
Steering: Integrated tiller and mounting bracket
Other: Tiller becomes carrying handle for transportation, Charges with 12-24V DC charge, 110-240V AC standard or fast charger, 2-button control module with 10-step forward/backward logic, IP67 for above waterline parts, IP69 for parts below waterline
Country of Manufacture: Slovenia
Price: €1,985 – $2,300

Rim Drive Technology

Rim Drive technology is a Netherlands company with a line of rim motors in which the propeller blades are affixed to a rim rather than a central hub. There are no wearing parts within the motor and much reduced chance of weeds or other debris snagging or clogging. The motors are available as outboards, pods, azimuths and thrusters. The company offers complete systems or standalone batteries, controllers, monitors and other accessories. The company offers 3 models under 5 kW and an 11 kW model (see our Guide to Outboards Over 5kW). They are available without tiller (M designation) or with tiller (M-T).

PR065-Outboard-M/M-T: .5kW, PR086-Outboard-M/M-T: 1.0kW, PR0133-Outboard-M/M-T” 3.0kW

electric outboard motor from Rim Drive technology

kW: 0.5 – 5.0 • Voltage: 48 • HP: 1 – 10
Battery: Sold separately, recommended LiFePO4 available from Rim Drive
Running Time: Suggested 4-5 hours with Rim Drive 48V battery
Shaft Length (cm): (S): 67 – 77.4 • (L): 81.9 – 86.2
Weight (motor only) (kg): 2.5 – 5
Steering: Tiller (M-T) or without tiller (M)
Other: One year warranty for non-commercial use, Integrated motor controller, LED user interface, 5 trim settings, Salt water resistant, Universal battery connector, Includes 0.5 m battery cable
Country of Manufacture: Netherlands
Price: €6,900 – €10,300 48V battery €1,700 • $8,000 – $11,900 48V battery $1,975

Torqeedo

Torqeedo is the leading manufacturer of electric outboards in the world. The company was founded in 2004 by Dr Christoph Ballin and Dr Friedrich Böbel when they decided they could build a better electric motor than the one on the boat Dr. Ballin had just purchased. The company offers trolling motors, inboards, outboards and pod motors and works with BMW’s battery division as well as partnering with many of the world’s premier boat designers and manufacturers. Apart from its line of small power kayak and trolling motors, it makes 5 models of outboard with power of less than 5kW.

Torqeedo Travel 503

kW: .5 • Voltage: 29.6 (nominal) • HP: 2
Battery: Integrated • Li-ion • Capacity: .320 kWh
Range: 42 minutes – 6.3 hrs
Shaft Length (cm): (S): 62.5 • (L) 75
Weight (kg): (S) 8.9 (L) 9.5 • Battery: 5
Steering: Tiller
Other: Onboard charger with GPS calculator of remaining range, 4 position manual trim, solar chargeable, including during voyage
Country of Manufacture: Germany
Price (MSRP): $1700

Torqeedo Travel 1003

kW: 1.0 • Voltage: 29.6 (nominal) • HP: 3-4
Battery: Integrated • Li-ion • Capacity: .530 kWh
Range: 35 minutes – 10.5 hrs
Shaft Length (cm): (S): 62.5 • (L) 75
Weight (kg): (S) 14.2 (L) 14.8 • Battery: 5.3
Steering: Tiller
Other: Onboard charger with GPS calculator of remaining range, 4 position manual trim, solar chargeable, including during voyage
Country of Manufacture: Germany
Price (MSRP): $2000

Torqeedo 1003 – C

The orqeedo 1003-C is the same motor as the Travel 1003 above but with a larger integrated battery pack: Li-ion with a capacity of 915 Wh Li-ion that weighs 6kgs and provides a range of 55 mins – 17.5 hrs • Price: $2500

Torqeedo Travel 1103

kW: 1.1 • Voltage: 29.6 (nominal) • HP: 3-4
Battery: Integrated • Li-ion • Capacity: .915 kWh
Range: 50 minutes – 20 hrs
Shaft Length (cm): (S): 62.5 • (L) 75
Weight (kg): (S) 17.3 (L) 17.7 • Battery: 6
Steering: Tiller
Other: Onboard charger with GPS calculator of remaining range, 4 position manual trim, solar chargeable, including during voyage
Country of Manufacture: Germany
Price (MSRP): $2700

Torqeedo Cruise 2.0 RS and 2.0T (shown)
(R and T simply refer to Remote or Tiller)

kW: 2.0 • Voltage: 24 (nominal) • HP: 5
Battery: Non-Integrated • Suggested: 1 X Power 24-3500: 3500Wh • Li-ion • Capacity: 3.5 kWh
Range: 1.75 hrs – 8 hrs
Shaft Length (cm): (S): 62.5 • (L) 75
Weight (kg): (S) 17.5 (L) 18.6 • Battery: (1xPower 24-3500 = 25.3)
Steering: Remote or Tiller
Other: Onboard charger with GPS calculator of remaining range, 4 position manual trim, solar chargeable, including during voyage
Country of Manufacture: Germany
Price (MSRP): $4000

Torqeedo Cruise 4.0 RS (shown) and 4.0 T

kW: 4.0 • Voltage: 48 (nominal) • HP: 8
Battery: Non-Integrated • Suggested: 1 X Power 48-5000 • Li-ion • Capacity: 5kWh
Range: 1.25 hrs – 10 hrs
Shaft Length (cm): (S): 62.5 • (L) 75
Weight (kg): (S/Remote) 16.1 to (L/Tiller) 19.4 18.6 • Battery: (1xPower 24-3500 = 25.3)
Steering: Remote or Tiller
Other: Onboard charger with GPS calculator of remaining range, 4 position manual trim, solar chargeable, including during voyage
Country of Manufacture: Germany
Price (MSRP): $4500

Table: Sortable and Searchable

MOTOR	POWER	BATTERY	RANGE	SHAFT (cm)	WEIGHT (kg)	STEERING	OTHER	COUNTRY
Aquamot 1.1	kW: 1.1 Voltage: not available HP: 3.5	.640 kWh Li-ion Integrated	.66 hrs (40 min) – 6.5 hrs	63 (S) 75 (L)	14.2 Tiller: + .4	Tiller Remote	Two year limited warranty. Larger / extra battery can be purchased to extend range (1.28 kWh Li-ion)	Austria	$2050 - $2275
Aquamot 1.6	kW: 1.6 Voltage: not available HP: 5	.640 kWh Li-ion Integrated	.5 hrs (29 min) – 4.5 hrs	63 (S) 75 (L)	15.3 Tiller: + .6	Tiller Remote	Two year limited warranty. Larger / extra battery can be purchased to extend range (1.28 kWh Li-ion)	Austria	$2500 - $2675
Aquamot 2.2	kW: 2.2 Voltage: 24 HP: 6.5	Not included. Can be purchased from Aquamot or others. Connector cables included	2.25 hrs – 10 hrs	63 (S) 75 (L)	22.9 Tiller: + .5	Tiller Remote	Two year limited warranty. Extra long shaft and long tiller arm available.	Austria	$3500
Aquamot 4.3	kW: 4.3 Voltage: 48 HP: 11	Not included. Can be purchased from Aquamot or others. Connector cables included	2.25 hrs – 10 hrs	63 (S) 75 (L)	22.9 Tiller: + .5	Tiller Remote	Two year limited warranty. Extra long shaft and long tiller arm available.	Austria	$3950
Combi 1kW	kW: 1.0 Voltage: 24 HP: 4	Not included.	Combi does not provide a range or run time, but the .pdf on the site gives advice on battery and chargers for 4 hour to 12 hour usage.	40.5 (S) 52.5 (L) 56.5 (XL)	Not available	Tiller Remote	Available & Options: Battery monitoring in top cowling or with Victron Blue smart BMV-712 (for lithium batteries), Shore power Kit, GPS tracking unit	Netherlands	$3890 - $4620
Combi 1.5kW	kW: 1.5 Voltage: 24 HP: 5	Not included.	Combi does not provide a range or run time, but the .pdf on the site gives advice on battery and chargers for 4 hour to 12 hour usage.	40.5 (S) 52.5 (L) 56.5 (XL)	Not available	Tiller Remote	Available & Options: Battery monitoring in top cowling or with Victron Blue smart BMV-712 (for lithium batteries), Shore power Kit, GPS tracking unit	Netherlands	$4000 - $4730
Combi 2kW	kW: 2 Voltage: 48 HP: 6.5	Not included.	Combi does not provide a range or run time, but the .pdf on the site gives advice on battery and chargers for 4 hour to 12 hour usage.	40.5 (S) 52.5 (L) 56.5 (XL)	Not available	Tiller Remote	Available & Options: Battery monitoring in top cowling or with Victron Blue smart BMV-712 (for lithium batteries), Shore power Kit, GPS tracking unit	Netherlands	$5175 - $5675
Combi 2.5kW	kW: 2.5 Voltage: 48 HP: 7.5	Not included.	Combi does not provide a range or run time, but the .pdf on the site gives advice on battery and chargers for 4 hour to 12 hour usage.	40.5 (S) 52.5 (L) 56.5 (XL)	Not available	Tiller Remote	Available & Options: Battery monitoring in top cowling or with Victron Blue smart BMV-712 (for lithium batteries), Shore power Kit, GPS tracking unit	Netherlands	$5290 - $5900
Combi 3kW	kW: 3 Voltage: 48 HP: 8.5	Not included.	Combi does not provide a range or run time, but the .pdf on the site gives advice on battery and chargers for 4 hour to 12 hour usage.	40.5 (S) 52.5 (L) 56.5 (XL)	Not available	Tiller Remote	Available & Options: Battery monitoring in top cowling or with Victron Blue smart BMV-712 (for lithium batteries), Shore power Kit, GPS tracking unit	Netherlands	$6450 - $7180
Combi 3.5kW	kW: 3.5 Voltage: 48 HP: 9	Not included.	Combi does not provide a range or run time, but the .pdf on the site gives advice on battery and chargers for 4 hour to 12 hour usage.	41.0 (S) 52.5 (L) 56.5 (XL)	Not available	Tiller Remote	Available & Options: Battery monitoring in top cowling or with Victron Blue smart BMV-712 (for lithium batteries), Shore power Kit, GPS tracking unit	Netherlands	$6675 - $7400
e'dyn 04 08	kW: 4.3 Voltage: 30 HP: 5.5	Separate: AGM	up to 35 km	'Standard'	38 AGM Battery: 180	Tiller	Includes LCD monochrome 128×64 (mm) display	Slovenia	Request quote on website
EP Carry	kW: .23	Separate, available from EPCarry 24V or 48V Lithium-iron-phosphate: LiFePo in buoyant case	1 hrs – 5 hrs	101 (XS) 114 (S) 127 (L)	Motor: 6.4 Battery 2.9	Tiller	Two year limited warranty. Easy tilt-up lift mechanism for beaching. Accepts any 24V battery	USA	$1600
ePropulsion Spirit 1.0	kW: 1.0 Voltage: 40.7 (nominal) HP: 3	1.02 kWh LiPo (lithium-ion-polymer) Integrated	1 hrs – 4 hrs	52.5 (XS) 62.5 (S) 75 (L)	11 - Motor Battery: 8.8 (varies with shaft length and/or tiller)	Tiller Remote, Wireless	Two year limited warranty. As of May 2019 wireless remote control is available	China	$2150 - $2400
ePropulsion Navy 3.0	kW: 3.0 Voltage: 46.8 (nominal) HP: 6	3.04 kWh Li-ion Non-Integrated	1 hrs – 4 hrs	64 (S) 76.5 (L)	24 - Motpr Battery: 31.5 (varies with shaft length and/or tiller)	Tiller Remote, Wireless	Two year limited warranty, one year on battery. Wide variety of accessories available.	China	$2900 - $3050
Elco EP-5	kW: 3.0 Voltage: 24 HP: 5	Separate Batteries (Victron Absorbed Glass Mat (AGM) and Chargers ( NOCO) available from Elco	Not available	43.6 (S) 56.3 (L) (Transom Heights)	29.5 Batteries: 90 (approximate: 2x12V 145 Ah)	Tiller Remote (Side or Top Mount available)	‘Get Home Safe’ battery alert system	USA	$2600 North America • €3575 - €3950 Europe
Elco EP 9.9	kW: 4.7 Voltage: 48 HP: 9.9	Separate Batteries (Victron Absorbed Glass Mat (AGM) and Chargers ( NOCO) available from Elco	Not available	43.6 (S) 56.3 (L) (Transom Heights)	29.5 Batteries: 180 (approximate: 2x12V 145 Ah)	Tiller Remote (Side or Top Mount available)	‘Get Home Safe’ battery alert system	USA	$2910 North America • €3500 - €4300
Electro-Mobile 4912-3	kW: 3.0 Voltage: 48 HP: 5	Separate Available from Electro-Mobile	Not available	Not available	31 Batteries: 60 (4.5 kWh – 4x12V 90Ah Lithium-iron-phosphate: LiFePo)	Tiller	Chargers and all accessories available from Electro-Mobile Here is a link to a battery guide on the site	Sweden	Not available
Electro-Mobile 4912-5	kW: 5.0 Voltage: 48 HP: 9	Separate Available from Electro-Mobile	Not available	Not available	48 Batteries: 60 (4.5 kWh – 4x12V 90Ah Lithium-iron-phosphate: LiFePo)	Tiller	Chargers and all accessories available from Electro-Mobile Here is a link to a battery guide on the site	Sweden	Not available
EZOutboard S06	kW: 4.3 Voltage: 48 HP: 5-7	Separate Expandable LiFePO4 battery pack available from EZOutboard	Not available	Not available	31 Batteries: 27 (4x12V 5Ah)	Tiller Remote	3 speed mode smart control panel	China	$1800 - $2600
Karvin 2700	kW: 2.7 Voltage: 24 / 36 / 48 HP: 4.7 / 6.9 / 9.5	Separate Various packages available from Karvin	Not available	38 (S) 51 (L)	22 Batteries: 80 (48V = 4x12V LiFePO4 140Ah)	Tiller Remote	All accessories available from Karvin	Czech Republic	Not available
Karvin 4500	kW: 4.5 Voltage: 24 / 36 / 48 HP: 8 / 12 / 16	Separate Various packages available from Karvin	Not available	38 (S) 51 (L)	22 Batteries: 80 (48V = 4x12V LiFePo4 140Ah)	Tiller Remote	All accessories available from Karvin	Czech Republic	$4925 - $5150
Krautler GPAV 0.5	kW: 0.5 Voltage: 24 HP: 0.67	Separate. Not sold by Krautler	Not available	85 Optional for up to 100	18	Tiller Remote Optional rudder attachment	Includes: infinitely variable electric regulation system, single lever control (throttle), battery master switcher, battery fuse, battery monitor, anode for fresh water, cable set, fixed or folding propeller (depending on order)	Austria	$1500 - $2000
Krautler GPAV 0.8	kW: 0.8 Voltage: 24 HP: 1	Separate. Not sold by Krautler	Not available	85 Optional for up to 100	19	Tiller Remote Optional rudder attachment	Includes: infinitely variable electric regulation system, single lever control (throttle), battery master switcher, battery fuse, battery monitor, anode for fresh water, cable set, fixed or folding propeller (depending on order)	Austria	$1500 - $2000
Krautler GPAV 1.6	kW: 1.6 Voltage: 24 HP: 2.1	Separate. Not sold by Krautler	Not available	85 Optional for up to 100	24	Tiller Remote Optional rudder attachment	Includes: infinitely variable electric regulation system, single lever control (throttle), battery master switcher, battery fuse, battery monitor, anode for fresh water, cable set, fixed or folding propeller (depending on order)	Austria	$1500 - $2000
Krautler GPAV 2.2	kW: 2.2 Voltage: 36 HP: 2.9	Separate. Not sold by Krautler	Not available	85 Optional for up to 100	20	Tiller Remote Optional rudder attachment	Includes: infinitely variable electric regulation system, single lever control (throttle), battery master switcher, battery fuse, battery monitor, anode for fresh water, cable set, fixed or folding propeller (depending on order)	Austria	$1500 - $2000
Krautler ACAV 1.8	kW: 2.4 Voltage: 24 HP: 3.2	Separate. Not sold by Krautler	Not available	85 Optional for up to 100	25	Tiller Remote Optional rudder attachment	Includes: infinitely variable electric regulation system, single lever control (throttle), battery master switcher, battery fuse, battery monitor, anode for fresh water, cable set, fixed or folding propeller (depending on order)	Austria	$1500 - $2000
Krautler ACAV 2.0	kW: 2.6 Voltage: 24 HP: 3.5	Separate. Not sold by Krautler	Not available	85 Optional for up to 100	33	Tiller Remote Optional rudder attachment	Includes: infinitely variable electric regulation system, single lever control (throttle), battery master switcher, battery fuse, battery monitor, anode for fresh water, cable set, fixed or folding propeller (depending on order)	Austria	$1500 - $2000
Parsun 5HP	kW: 3.6 Voltage: 48 HP: 5	Separate Not available from Parsuns	Not available	38.1 (S) 50.8 (L) (Transom Heights)	28.4 (S) 30.4 (L)	Tiller Remote	4 position manual trim and tilt	China	$1700 - $2250 North America • $AU 4000 – $AU 4800 Australia
Ray Electric Outboard	kW: Not available Voltage: 36 / 48 / 60 HP: 2.5 / 4 / 5	Separate Available from Ray in 36 / 48 / 60 battery packs	1.8 hrs – 28 hrs	38.1 (S) 50.8 (L) (Transom Heights)	Total System Weights per Voltage ratings above: 36V: 228 / 48V:287 / 60V:340	Tiller Remote	Ray motors are set up to be sold as a total package, one-stop shopping	USA	$5695 - $6049
Remigo Electric Outboard	kW: 1.0 Voltage: 36 HP: 3	1.085 kWh	14 NM (26 km) at 3 kts/5.5.kmh	80 cm maximum - sliding adjustment system	14.5	Tiller integrated with transom mounting bracket	Tiller becomes carrying handle for transportation, Charges with 12-24V DC charge, 110-240V AC standard or fast charger, 2-button control module with 10-step forward/backward logic, IP67 for above waterline parts, IP69 for parts below waterline	Slovenia	$2300
Rim Drive Technology PR065-Outboard-M or M-T	kW: 0.5 Voltage: 48 HP: 1	Not included. Recommended LiFePO batteries available from Rim Drive	5 hours with 48V 60Ah	67.0 (S) 81.9 (L)	2.5	Tiller (M-T) or without tiller (M)	One year warranty for non-commercial use, Integrated motor controller, LED user interface, 5 trim settings, Salt water resistant, Universal battery connector, Includes 0.5 m battery cable	Netherlands	$7975 - 8550
Rim Drive Technology PR086-Outboard-M or M-T	kW: 3.0 Voltage: 48 HP: 6.5	Not included. Recommended LiFePO batteries available from Rim Drive	4.5 hours with 48V 60Ah	71.2 (S) 86.2 (L)	3.5	Tiller (M-T) or without tiller (M)	One year warranty for non-commercial use, Integrated motor controller, LED user interface, 5 trim settings, Salt water resistant, Universal battery connector, Includes 0.5 m battery cable	Netherlands	$8215 - 8790
Rim Drive Technology PR0133-Outboard-M or M-T	kW: 5.0 Voltage: 48 HP: 10	Not included. Recommended LiFePO batteries available from Rim Drive	4 hours with 48V 60Ah	68.4 (S) 83.4 (L)	5	Tiller (M-T) or without tiller (M)	One year warranty for non-commercial use, Integrated motor controller, LED user interface, 5 trim settings, Salt water resistant, Universal battery connector, Includes 0.5 m battery cable	Netherlands	$8400 - 8980
Torqeedo 503	kW: .5 Voltage: 29.6 (nominal) HP: 2	.320 kWh Li-ion Integrated	.67 hrs (42 min) – 6.3 hrs	62.5 (S) 75 (L)	08.9 (S) 09.5 (L) Battery: 5	Tiller	Onboard charger with GPS calculator of remaining range, 4 position manual trim, solar chargeable, including during voyage	Germany	$1700
Torqeedo Travel 1003	kW: 1.0 Voltage: 29.6 (nominal) HP: 3-4	.530 kWh Li-ion Integrated	.51 hrs (35 min) – 10.5 hrs	62.5 (S) 75 (L)	14.2 (S) 14.8 (L) Battery: 5.3	Tiller	Onboard charger with GPS calculator of remaining range, 4 position manual trim, solar chargeable, including during voyage	Germany	$2000
Torqeedo Travel 1003C	kW: 1.0 Voltage: 29.6 (nominal) HP: 3-4	.915 kWh Li-ion Integrated	.87 hrs (55 min) – 17.5 hrs	62.5 (S) 75 (L)	14.2 (S) 14.8 (L) Battery: 6.0	Tiller	Onboard charger with GPS calculator of remaining range, 4 position manual trim, solar chargeable, including during voyage	Germany	$2500
Torqeedo Travel 1103	kW: 1.1 Voltage: 29.6 (nominal) HP: 3-4	.915 kWh Li-ion Integrated	.83 hrs (50 min) – 20 hrs	62.5 (S) 75 (L)	17.3 (S) 17.7 (L) Battery: 6	Tiller	Onboard charger with GPS calculator of remaining range, 4 position manual trim, solar chargeable, including during voyage	Germany	$2700
Torqeedo Cruise 2.0	kW: 2.0 Voltage: 24 (nominal) HP: 5	3.5 kWh (Suggested): 1 X Torqeedo Power 24-3500 Li-ion • Capacity: Non-Integrated	1.75 hrs – 8 hrs	62.5 (S) 75 (L)	17.5 (S) 18.6 (L) Battery: 25.3 (1xPower 24-3500)	Tiller Remote	Onboard charger with GPS calculator of remaining range, 4 position manual trim, solar chargeable, including during voyage	Germany	$4000
Torqeedo Cruise 4.0	kW: 4.0 Voltage: 48 (nominal) HP: 8	5 kWh 1 X Power 48-5000 Li-ion Non-Integrated	1.25 hrs – 10 hrs	62.5 (S) 75 (L)	16.1 (S/Remote) to 19.4 (L/Tiller) Battery: 25.3 (1xPower 24-3500)	Tiller Remote	Onboard charger with GPS calculator of remaining range, 4 position manual trim, solar chargeable, including during voyage	Germany	$4500

11 thoughts on “Electric Outboards: Less than 5 kW”

Alan Rogers
June 6, 2019 at 11:24 am

Thanks, Great reference for options. Looking forward to the bigger motors.
- Timothy
  June 8, 2019 at 1:26 pm
  
  Thank you, this may be an idiot question, but we not include a popular trolling motor it two. Seems that is the bug question to me. They are a lot less expensive, how do they stack up?
  - Jeff ButlerPost author
    June 8, 2019 at 2:32 pm
    
    Hi Timothy. Thanks for your question, not idiot at all! Just working on the trolling motor guide as a separate category, along with kayak motors. There will be some overlap with this. It should be ready next week.
  - Graham Knight
    July 22, 2019 at 1:23 pm
    
    Torqeedo Cruise 4.0 is 48V not 24.
    - Jeff ButlerPost author
      July 22, 2019 at 1:26 pm
      
      Thanks! All fixed up!
Philip Mott
May 2, 2020 at 6:14 am

Thanks for the under 5kw guide – very useful. There is a problem about comparing electric outboards with petrol ones. The electric ones quote Thrust in lbs, with a rough HP equivalent. In general they seem to work on 1kw=3HP (not 1.3HP as you suggest). Petrol ones do not quote a figure for Thrust, but I have found a suggested range of 20-25 lbs per HP. That means a 3HP petrol engine would produce 60-75 lbs thrust. The 1kw electric motors produce around this (Torqeedo 1003C – 68 lbs; ePropulsion Spirit 1.0 – 66 lbs; Aquamot Trend 1.1 – 72 lbs).

Of course there is a difference between the power produced by a petrol engine, some of which is lost through the gearbox, and the thrust produced at the propeller by an electric engine. But the general relationship of 1kw=3HP looks about right.

Do you know of any detailed research into this? Could you do an article on it?

I think it would be worth adding a column giving thrust figures in your table of outboards under 5kw.
Arthur Korn
August 3, 2020 at 12:07 am

Thank you for the comprehensive list of electric outboards!

Do any of the electric outboards also work as hydro generators, perhaps after swapping out or adjusting the prop? Kind of silly to carry both an electric outboard and a hydrogenerator on a boat like a Corsair 880.
- Chris
  January 26, 2022 at 3:32 pm
  
  The ePropulsion Spirit 1.0 has a hydro generation model.
David
February 5, 2021 at 5:50 am

Any idea regarding the Torqeedo 4.0R BMS compatibility with lithium batteries BMS from other manufacturers?
Thank you.
Michael
May 22, 2021 at 2:55 am

Alle the ePropulsion Evo Models work as hydro generators… don’t know about the others. Got a Spirit Evo and that works well.
Tim
March 15, 2022 at 4:27 am

Great article!

I owned a boat with a Rimdrive from RDT, same units as they are selling now as outboards. Great system, especially in water with a lot of debris in the water as this prop can easily be cleaned but simply stopping it a letting everything that is in, flow out.