Torqeedo motors

[Murry]

Hi

I was looking at the Torqeedo motors.
I was wondering if anyone has had any experience with this motor that they would like to share.

Are they worth the price????

 

[Hyde-N-Seek]

Being using one for last 6-7 years. They are worth every penny IMO. As fast as 3 hp gas if required. Light, only about 27-30 LB including the battery. Can go 3-4 days with lake fishing trolling speed without charging. Pushed my pontoon boat about 5 mph with 3/4 speed and the battery can last 2-3 trips with that speed. The trick is not to go full speed, which pushes 6-7 mph but the battery will only last about 75 minutes. Been mainly used on lakes, estuaries and beaches and I have no complaints except for the price. I have the older travel 1003 and it’s a bit noisy but I would get the newer 1103, which is quieter than an electric trolling motor.

 

[Tsquared]

I’ve been happy with the one I use on my Hobie kayak. As mentioned, if you go trolling speed the battery lasts a lot longer.

 

[kaelc]

A battery went on one in Victoria, I tried to buy it thinking I could repair the battery but the seller wanted to much for a motor that didn’t work and a replacement battery was very expensive.

With the price of lithium batteries coming down monthly and getting smaller/lighter
I plan to buy a new brushless minn Kota trolling motor and a lifePO4 high density battery with virtual anchoring.

 

[Murry]

Thanks everyone.

 

[Murry]

Just one more question.

Since with the Torqeedo the battery is encased in the motor, what are you guys using as the power source for your fishingfinder/sonar?

 

[kaelc]

Just one more question.

Since with the Torqeedo the battery is encased in the motor, what are you guys using as the power source for your fishingfinder/sonar?

I would guess most are running an external battery.