How fast does a 12V trolling motor go?

Having a maximum speed of only 5 mph may seem slow, but it is what makes trolling motors ideal for fishing. Many people use trolling motors as their primary means of propulsion. This is popular on Jon Boats, dinghys, and other small personal watercraft.

How fast can a 12 volt trolling motor go?

Higher thrust 12V trolling motors are designed for bigger heavier boats with larger payloads. The maximum speed of a trolling motor is 5 mph regardless of how many pounds of thrust.

How fast will a 55lb thrust trolling motor go?

Assuming perfect riding conditions, the use of the best fuel i.e. the distillate marine diesel, and moderate load, 55-pound trolling motors are likely to attain a maximum speed of only 5 miles per hour. This would take around two hours for the deep cycle battery charge to get completely depleted.

How long does a 12 volt battery last on a trolling motor?

In more technical terms, a 100 amp hour rated battery can deliver 100 amp hours of current to a trolling motor. So if a motor was running at low speed and pulling 4 amps, the battery should last around 25 hours. (100 amp hour rating / 4 amps = 25 hours).

How fast can a 30 lb thrust trolling motor go?

It is true that the 30 lb, 40 lb, and 55 lb thrust trolling motors all top out at 5 miles per hour, but you will need the larger-sized motor when you have a larger boat. If you don't, your boat will not be able to hit anywhere near the maximum speed.

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Can you run a trolling motor with a car battery?

Will my car battery work for my trolling motor? No, car batteries are not recommended and can ruin your motor.

How long will a deep cycle battery run a trolling motor?

Almost 5 hours doesn't seem too bad, but that is really a max runtime in ideal conditions. Reality is likely to be less. If the battery is old, damaged or not fully charged then you will not get the rated amp hours from it, reducing your runtime. Significant cold or hot weather will also reduce your runtime.

What does 12V 50Ah mean?

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The average car battery will have an Ah rating somewhere around 50Ah. The 50Ah means that it can push 12 volts out at a rate of 50 amperes in an hour. For example : If a light bulb used only 1 ampere in an hour then a 50Ah battery could light up 50 light bulbs for an hour.

What is the highest thrust 12V trolling motor?

Trolling motors are offered in 12V, 12/24V, 24V and 36V versions, with the most powerful ones offering more than 100lb. of thrust, powerful enough to move heavy vessels such as pontoon boats. Maximum thrusts at different voltages are approximately 12V/55lb. and 24V/80lb.

How fast is a 40 lb thrust trolling motor?

The motor is designed for trolling, so the top speed of this motor is about 4mph, but depends on your boat shape, weight, water, wind, and other factors.

What size trolling motor do I need for a 16 foot boat?

If your boat is 16-foot or smaller, a high-thrust 12-volt model will be adequate for the conditions that you will face. If your boat is any longer, moving up to a 24- or 36-volt system is the only way to go for hassle-free boating.

How can I make my 12v trolling motor faster?

How fast can a trolling motor move a boat?

Having a maximum speed of only 5 mph may seem slow, but it is what makes trolling motors ideal for fishing. Many people use trolling motors as their primary means of propulsion. This is popular on Jon Boats, dinghys, and other small personal watercraft.

How fast will a kayak go with a trolling motor?

The top speed for a kayak trolling motor is 5 miles per hour (mph). Some motors go faster than that, especially when they have heavier thrusts. But fishing kayaks don't need that much. However, it can be an advantage over rough weather or heavier boats.

How long does a 12 volt marine battery last?

Most deep cycle batteries can last up to six years with proper care and charging (depending on the frequency of use). It's up to you to make sure that your battery isn't being damaged by your charging routine.

How often do you need to charge trolling motor batteries?

Batteries that are left to sit with less than 12.4 volts are prone to the formation of lead sulfate inside the cells, which will severely impact their performance and lifespan. It's a good idea to use a trickle charger during the offseason to keep power flowing through the battery, or to re-charge them every month.

Can you use any 12V battery on trolling motor?

You can run a 24 volt trolling motor with a single 24 volt battery. However, if you only have 12 volt batteries available to you, then yes, you'll need to connect two 12 volt batteries in a series to power the 24 volt trolling motor.

What size battery is best for a trolling motor?

Most trolling motor batteries fail due to lack of proper charging. Click here for more information on battery selection and power issues. We suggest selecting a 12 volt deep cycle marine battery with at least a 110 amp hour rating, usually a group 27 size battery.

Do you charge trolling motor batteries?

In a trolling motor, a car battery will work but not efficiently. A deep cycle motor is designed specifically for this kind of job. That means it's meant to be used, discharged deeply, and recharged. Deep cycle battery charging is more efficient.

How big of a trolling motor do I need?

General rule of thumb: you need at least 2 lbs. of thrust for every 100 lbs. of fully-loaded boat weight (people and gear included). If things like wind or current are major factors where you fish, you'll want a little extra thrust.

Will a 3 blade prop make my trolling motor faster?

As a general rule the two blade prop = more power but less weedless. Three and four blades = less power but more weedless. An exception would be Minn Kota's Weedless Wedge props.

Does slow trolling hurt big engines?

Extended trolling at low speeds with this motor won't hurt anything, other than maybe using a little more fuel than a small kicker would. If it was a 2 cycle motor with a Carburetor, then you waould have to worry about loading up after extended periods of idling. Keep trolling and don't worry about it!

Can you troll with a 15hp outboard?

:twocents: Trolling with a 15 or a 40 is completely possible with a trolling plate. The key to using a plate is to make modifications that allow it to SUCCESSFULLY be used.