
Add 5" to waterline measurement for fishing in rough water. Measureĭown from the mounting surface of the transom or bow to the water

There is much greater variation in shaft length requirements. Transom shaft lengths should be adequate. Similar in their distance to the water, and Minn Kota’s standard In general, shaft length selection is more critical withīow-mount motors versus transom-mount motors. Rule of thumb is that the top of the motor section should be submergedġ2". Thrust = 36 volts, 3 batteries How do I select trolling motor shaft length?Ĭhoosing the correct shaft length is important so that the angler'sĮlectric motor does not cavitate, creating fish-spooking noise. of thrust = 24 volts, 2 batteries 101-112 lbs. of thrust or less =ġ2 volts, 1 battery 68-80 lbs. You’ll need 1īattery for every 12 volts in your trolling system.

Indicates how much battery power your trolling motor requires. Things like wind or current are major factors where you fish, you’ll want a of fully-loaded boat weight (people and gear included). General rule of thumb: you need at least 2 lbs. Whether you’re casting to smallmouths hanging in the shallows or chasing a school of walleye, CoPilot expands your opportunity to put more action on the end of your line.

Get our revolutionary CoPilot™ remote control accessory and open up a whole new way to go after fish. By regulating the amount of power that is delivered to your motor, you get up to five times longer run time on a single charge. You get the ability to “dial up” the precise speed setting you desire and your motor runs cooler with no wasted power. Minn Kota® variable speed motors utilize our exclusive Maximizer™ technology to deliver the precise amount of power needed at any speed, along with infinitely variable speed settings. The result is an advantage you can take to the launch day after day, year after year. Everything, from the smallest part to tight-tolerance production to innovative engineering and design, we’ve left no stone unturned in our quest to produce the best-built trolling motors on the water. What makes Minn Kota® better than other tolling motors? Simple.
