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Minn Kota PowerDrive Trolling Motor with Foot Pedal, 48 inch-Freshwater-no Built in Sonar

Sale price$899.99

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Minn Kota PowerDrive Trolling Motor with Foot Pedal, 48 inch

for Freshwater

12V - 45 LBS Thrust

No Built in Sonar

Reliable. Capable. And fully able to handle anything a day of fishing brings. PowerDrive shows up to the launch ramp every day with big-time technology, trusted power and easy operation. Choose between operation with either a foot pedal or a Minn Kota micro remote and hit the water. And with a mount that's tough, sleek and built to take a beating, it's going to keep showing up day after day.

 

Deploy-Assist Lever

  • Get in and out of the water easily. Just depress the lever to deploy your trolling motor and when it's time to move, it stows easily and securely.

Push-to-Test Battery Meter

  • Press a button to get an instant "stage of charge" reading.

Digital Maximizer™

  • Provides up to 5 times longer run time on a single battery charge. These variable speed trolling motors let you dial in your exact speed, and they deliver only as much power as you need, helping to conserve your battery for a full day of fishing.

Power Prop

  • Delivers extra power to push through any fishing scenario and excels in open water.

Indestructible Composite Shaft — Guaranteed for Life

  • At the core of your Minn Kota trolling motor is an indestructible composite shaft. It's a Minn Kota exclusive, and we guarantee it for life.

Cool, Quiet Power

  • Every Minn Kota lower unit runs cool to extend trolling motor life, and stays quiet.

Side-To-Side/Electric Foot Pedal

  • Control speed, steering, and momentary and constant on/off with the PowerDrive foot pedal, which is waterproof and features an 18' cord. Note: the foot pedal is not included with GPS enabled models.

What's Included

  • PowerDrive 45 lb. 48" Motor
  • Corded Foot Pedal
  • MKP-2 Prop and Mounting Hardware
  • Model: PowerDrive 45 lb. Thrust, 48" Shaft, Foot Pedal
  • For Use In: Freshwater
  • Shaft Length: 48 in
  • Max Thrust: 45 lb
  • Voltage: 12
  • Length: 59.5 in | 151.13 cm
  • Height: 9.5 in | 24.13 cm
  • Width: 15.75 in | 40.01 cm
  • Weight: 38 lb | 17.2365 kg
  • One-Boat Network Compatible: No
  • Spot-Lock: No
  • Foot Pedal Style: Side-to-Side / Electric
  • Control: Foot Pedal
  • Auto Stow/Deploy: No
  • Power Trim: No
  • Power Steering: Yes
  • Lift-Assist: No
  • Bowguard: No
  • Wireless Remote: No
  • AutoPilot: No
  • CoPilot: No
  • Speeds: Variable
  • Digital Maximizer: Yes
  • Battery Meter: Yes
  • Max Amp Draw: 42
  • Mount Style: Bolt-On
  • Mounting Location: Bow-Mount
  • Motor Style: Electric-steer
  • Prop: Power Prop (MKP-2)
  • Warranty: Two-Year Warranty

Openairlifestyles.com honors all manufacturers warranties. These Trolling Motors come with a 2 or 3 year limited warranty from Minn Kota as specified below.

Warranty on Minn Kota Freshwater Trolling Motors
MINN KOTA FRESHWATER TROLLING MOTORS - LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY ON COMPOSITE SHAFT AND LIMITED TWO-YEAR WARRANTY ON THE ENTIRE PRODUCT

Johnson Outdoors Marine Electronics, Inc. (“JOME”) extends the following limited warranty to the original retail purchaser only. Warranty coverage is not transferable.

 

MINN KOTA LIMITED TWO-YEAR WARRANTY ON THE ENTIRE PRODUCT

JOME warrants to the original retail purchaser only that the purchaser’s new Minn Kota freshwater trolling motor will be materially free from defects in materials and workmanship appearing within two (2) years after the date of purchase. JOME will (at its option) either repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found by JOME to be defective during the term of this warranty. Such repair, or replacement shall be the sole and exclusive liability of JOME and the sole and exclusive remedy of the purchaser for breach of this warranty.

 

MINN KOTA LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY ON THE COMPOSITE SHAFT

JOME warrants to the original retail purchaser only that the composite shaft of the purchaser’s Minn Kota trolling motor will be materially free from defects in materials and workmanship appearing within the original purchaser’s lifetime. JOME will provide a new composite shaft, free of charge, to replace any composite shaft found by JOME to be defective during the term of this warranty. Providing a new composite shaft shall be the sole and exclusive liability of JOME and the sole and exclusive remedy of the purchaser for breach of this warranty; and purchaser shall be responsible for installing, or for the cost of labor to install, any new composite shaft provided by JOME.

 

EXCLUSIONS AND LIMITATIONS

This limited warranty does not apply to products that have been used in saltwater or brackish water, commercially or for rental purposes. This limited warranty does not cover normal wear and tear, blemishes that do not affect the operation of the product, or damage caused by accidents, abuse, alteration, modification, shipping damages, acts of God, negligence of the user or misuse, improper or insufficient care or maintenance. DAMAGE CAUSED BY THE USE OF OTHER REPLACEMENT PARTS NOT MEETING THE DESIGN SPECIFICATIONS OF THE ORIGINAL PARTS WILL NOT BE COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. The cost of normal maintenance or replacement parts which are not in breach of the limited warranty are the responsibility of the purchaser. Prior to using products, the purchaser shall determine the suitability of the products for the intended use and assumes all related risk and liability. Any assistance JOME provides to or procures for the purchaser outside the terms, limitations or exclusions of this limited warranty will not constitute a waiver of the terms, limitations or exclusions, nor will such assistance extend or revive the warranty. JOME will not reimburse the purchaser for any expenses incurred by the purchaser in repairing, correcting or replacing any defective products or parts, except those incurred with JOME’s prior written permission. JOME'S AGGREGATE LIABILITY WITH RESPECT TO COVERED PRODUCTS IS LIMITED TO AN AMOUNT EQUAL TO THE PURCHASER'S ORIGINAL PURCHASE PRICE PAID FOR SUCH PRODUCT.

 MINN KOTA SERVICE INFORMATION

To obtain warranty service in the U.S., the product believed to be defective, and proof of original purchase (including the date of purchase), must be presented to a Minn Kota Authorized Service Center. Contact us to find a Minn Kota Authorized Service Center. Any charges incurred for service calls, transportation or shipping/freight to/from the Minn Kota Authorized Service Center, labor to haul out, remove, re-install or re-rig products removed for warranty service, or any other similar items are the sole and exclusive responsibility of the purchaser. Products purchased outside of the U.S. must be returned prepaid with proof of purchase (including the date of purchase and serial number) to any Authorized Minn Kota Service Center in the country of purchase. Products repaired or replaced will be warranted for the remainder of the original warranty period, or for 90 days from the date of repair or replacement, whichever is longer. For any product that is returned for warranty service that JOME finds to be not covered by or not in breach of this limited warranty, there will be a billing for services rendered at the prevailing labor rate of the applicable Minn Kota Authorized Service Center and for a minimum of at least one hour.

NOTICE: Do not return your Minn Kota product to your retailer. Your retailer is not authorized to repair or replace products.

NOTICE: THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES OTHER THAN THESE LIMITED WARRANTIES. IN NO EVENT SHALL ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE, EXTEND BEYOND THE DURATION OF THE RELEVANT EXPRESS LIMITED WARRANTY. IN NO EVENT SHALL JOME BE LIABLE FOR PUNITIVE, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES. Without limiting the foregoing, JOME assumes no responsibility for loss of use of product, loss of time, inconvenience or other damage.

Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations and/or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other legal rights which vary from state to state.

Warranty On Minn Kota Ultrex Freshwater Trolling Motors

Johnson Outdoors Marine Electronics, Inc. (“JOME”) extends the following limited warranty to the original retail purchaser only. Warranty coverage is not transferable.

Minn Kota Limited Three-Year Warranty on the Entire Product

JOME warrants to the original retail purchaser only that the purchaser’s new Minn Kota freshwater trolling motor will be materially free from defects in materials and workmanship appearing within three (3) years after the date of purchase. JOME will (at its option) either repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found by JOME to be defective during the term of this warranty. Such repair, or replacement shall be the sole and exclusive liability of JOME and the sole and exclusive remedy of the purchaser for breach of this warranty.

Minn Kota Limited Lifetime Warranty on Composite Shaft

JOME warrants to the original retail purchaser only that the composite shaft of the purchaser’s Minn Kota trolling motor will be materially free from defects in materials and workmanship appearing within the original purchaser’s lifetime. JOME will provide a new composite shaft, free of charge, to replace any composite shaft found by JOME to be defective during the term of this warranty. Providing a new composite shaft shall be the sole and exclusive liability of JOME and the sole and exclusive remedy of the purchaser for breach of this warranty; and purchaser shall be responsible for installing, or for the cost of labor to install, any new composite shaft provided by JOME.

Exclusions & Limitations

This limited warranty does not apply to products that have been used in saltwater or brackish water, commercially or for rental purposes. This limited warranty does not cover normal wear and tear, blemishes that do not affect the operation of the product, or damage caused by accidents, abuse, alteration, modification, shipping damages, negligence of the user or misuse, improper or insufficient care or maintenance. DAMAGE CAUSED BY THE USE OF OTHER REPLACEMENT PARTS NOT MEETING THE DESIGN SPECIFICATIONS OF THE ORIGINAL PARTS WILL NOT BE COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. The cost of normal maintenance or replacement parts which are not in breach of the limited warranty are the responsibility of the purchaser. Prior to using products, the purchaser shall determine the suitability of the products for the intended use and assumes all related risk and liability. Any assistance JOME provides to or procures for the purchaser outside the terms, limitations or exclusions of this limited warranty will not constitute a waiver of the terms, limitations or exclusions, nor will such assistance extend or revive the warranty. JOME will not reimburse the purchaser for any expenses incurred by the purchaser in repairing, correcting or replacing any defective products or parts, except those incurred with JOME’s prior written permission. JOME’S AGGREGATE LIABILITY WITH RESPECT TO COVERED PRODUCTS IS LIMITED TO AN AMOUNT EQUAL TO THE PURCHASER’S ORIGINAL PURCHASE PRICE PAID FOR SUCH PRODUCT.

Minn Kota Service Information

To obtain warranty service in the U.S., the product believed to be defective, and proof of original purchase (including the date of purchase), must be presented to a Minn Kota Authorized Service Center. Contact us to locate a Minn Kota Authorized Service Center. Any charges incurred for service calls, transportation or shipping/freight to/from the Minn Kota Authorized Service Center, labor to haul out, remove, re-install or re-rig products removed for warranty service, or any other similar items are the sole and exclusive responsibility of the purchaser. Products purchased outside of the U.S. must be returned prepaid with proof of purchase (including the date of purchase and serial number) to any Authorized Minn Kota Service Center in the country of purchase. Products repaired or replaced will be warranted for the remainder of the original warranty period, or for 90 days from the date of repair or replacement, whichever is longer. For any product that is returned for warranty service that JOME finds to be not covered by or not in breach of this limited warranty, there will be a billing for services rendered at the prevailing labor rate of the applicable Minn Kota Authorized Service Center and for a minimum of at least one hour.

NOTICE: Do not return your Minn Kota product to your retailer. Your retailer is not authorized to repair or replace products.

NOTICE: THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES OTHER THAN THESE LIMITED WARRANTIES. IN NO EVENT SHALL ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE, EXTEND BEYOND THE DURATION OF THE RELEVANT EXPRESS LIMITED WARRANTY. IN NO EVENT SHALL JOME BE LIABLE FOR PUNITIVE, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES. Without limiting the foregoing, JOME assumes no responsibility for loss of use of product, loss of time, inconvenience or other damage.

Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations and/or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other legal rights which vary from state to state.

Warranty On Minn Kota Vantage Trolling Motors
MINN KOTA VANTAGE FRESHWATER TROLLING MOTORS

Johnson Outdoors Marine Electronics, Inc. (“JOME”) extends the following limited warranty to the original retail purchaser only. Warranty coverage is not transferable.

 

MINN KOTA LIMITED TWO-YEAR WARRANTY ON THE ENTIRE PRODUCT

JOME warrants to the original retail purchaser only that the purchaser’s new Minn Kota freshwater trolling motor will be materially free from defects in materials and workmanship appearing within two (2) years after the date of purchase. JOME will (at its option) either repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found by JOME to be defective during the term of this warranty. Such repair, or replacement shall be the sole and exclusive liability of JOME and the sole and exclusive remedy of the purchaser for breach of this warranty.

 

EXCLUSIONS AND LIMITATIONS

This limited warranty does not apply to products that have been used in saltwater or brackish water, commercially or for rental purposes. This limited warranty does not cover normal wear and tear, blemishes that do not affect the operation of the product, or damage caused by accidents, abuse, alteration, modification, shipping damages, negligence of the user or misuse, improper or insufficient care or maintenance. DAMAGE CAUSED BY THE USE OF OTHER REPLACEMENT PARTS NOT MEETING THE DESIGN SPECIFICATIONS OF THE ORIGINAL PARTS WILL NOT BE COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. The cost of normal maintenance or replacement parts which are not in breach of the limited warranty are the responsibility of the purchaser. Prior to using products, the purchaser shall determine the suitability of the products for the intended use and assumes all related risk and liability. Any assistance JOME provides to or procures for the purchaser outside the terms, limitations or exclusions of this limited warranty will not constitute a waiver of the terms, limitations or exclusions, nor will such assistance extend or revive the warranty. JOME will not reimburse the purchaser for any expenses incurred by the purchaser in repairing, correcting or replacing any defective products or parts, except those incurred with JOME’s prior written permission. JOME’S AGGREGATE LIABILITY WITH RESPECT TO COVERED PRODUCTS IS LIMITED TO AN AMOUNT EQUAL TO THE PURCHASER’S ORIGINAL PURCHASE PRICE PAID FOR SUCH PRODUCT.

 

MINN KOTA SERVICE INFORMATION

To obtain warranty service in the U.S., the product believed to be defective, and proof of original purchase (including the date of purchase), must be presented to a Minn Kota Authorized Service Center. Contact us to find a Minn Kota Authorized Service Center. Any charges incurred for service calls, transportation or shipping/freight to/from the Minn Kota Authorized Service Center, labor to haul out, remove, re-install or re-rig products removed for warranty service, or any other similar items are the sole and exclusive responsibility of the purchaser. Products purchased outside of the U.S. must be returned prepaid with proof of purchase (including the date of purchase and serial number) to any Authorized Minn Kota Service Center in the country of purchase. Products repaired or replaced will be warranted for the remainder of the original warranty period, or for 90 days from the date of repair or replacement, whichever is longer. For any product that is returned for warranty service that JOME finds to be not covered by or not in breach of this limited warranty, there will be a billing for services rendered at the prevailing labor rate of the applicable Minn Kota Authorized Service Center and for a minimum of at least one hour.

NOTICE: Do not return your Minn Kota product to your retailer. Your retailer is not authorized to repair or replace products.

NOTICE: THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES OTHER THAN THESE LIMITED WARRANTIES. IN NO EVENT SHALL ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE, EXTEND BEYOND THE DURATION OF THE RELEVANT EXPRESS LIMITED WARRANTY. IN NO EVENT SHALL JOME BE LIABLE FOR PUNITIVE, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES. Without limiting the foregoing, JOME assumes no responsibility for loss of use of product, loss of time, inconvenience or other damage.

Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations and/or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other legal rights which vary from state to state.

Warranty on Minn Kota Saltwater/Riptide Trolling Motors
MINN KOTA SALTWATER/RIPTIDE TROLLING MOTORS - LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY ON COMPOSITE SHAFT AND LIMITED TWO-YEAR WARRANTY ON THE ENTIRE PRODUCT

Johnson Outdoors Marine Electronics, Inc. (“JOME”) extends the following limited warranty to the original retail purchaser only. Warranty coverage is not transferable.

 

Minn Kota Limited Two-Year Warranty on the Entire Product

JOME warrants to the original retail purchaser only that the purchaser’s new Minn Kota saltwater trolling motor will be materially free from defects in materials and workmanship appearing within two (2) years after the date of purchase. JOME will (at its option) either repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found by JOME to be defective during the term of this warranty. Such repair, or replacement shall be the sole and exclusive liability of JOME and the sole and exclusive remedy of the purchaser for breach of this warranty.

 Minn Kota Limited Lifetime Warranty on Composite Shaft

JOME warrants to the original retail purchaser only that the composite shaft of the purchaser’s Minn Kota trolling motor will be materially free from defects in materials and workmanship appearing within the original purchaser’s lifetime. JOME will provide a new composite shaft, free of charge, to replace any composite shaft found by JOME to be defective during the term of this warranty. Providing a new composite shaft shall be the sole and exclusive liability of JOME and the sole and exclusive remedy of the purchaser for breach of this warranty; and purchaser shall be responsible for installing, or for the cost of labor to install, any new composite shaft provided by JOME.

 

EXCLUSIONS AND LIMITATIONS

This limited warranty does not apply to products that have been used commercially or for rental purposes. This limited warranty does not cover normal wear and tear, blemishes that do not affect the operation of the product, or damage caused by accidents, abuse, alteration, modification, shipping damages, acts of God, negligence of the user or misuse, improper or insufficient care or maintenance. DAMAGE CAUSED BY THE USE OF OTHER REPLACEMENT PARTS NOT MEETING THE DESIGN SPECIFICATIONS OF THE ORIGINAL PARTS WILL NOT BE COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. The cost of normal maintenance or replacement parts which are not in breach of the limited warranty are the responsibility of the purchaser. Prior to using products, the purchaser shall determine the suitability of the products for the intended use and assumes all related risk and liability. Any assistance JOME provides to or procures for the purchaser outside the terms, limitations or exclusions of this limited warranty will not constitute a waiver of the terms, limitations or exclusions, nor will such assistance extend or revive the warranty. JOME will not reimburse the purchaser for any expenses incurred by the purchaser in repairing, correcting or replacing any defective products or parts, except those incurred with JOME’s prior written permission. JOME'S AGGREGATE LIABILITY WITH RESPECT TO COVERED PRODUCTS IS LIMITED TO AN AMOUNT EQUAL TO THE PURCHASER'S ORIGINAL PURCHASE PRICE PAID FOR SUCH PRODUCT.

 

MINN KOTA SERVICE INFORMATION

To obtain warranty service in the U.S., the product believed to be defective, and proof of original purchase (including the date of purchase), must be presented to a Minn Kota Authorized Service Center. Contact us to find a Minn Kota Authorized Service Center. Any charges incurred for service calls, transportation or shipping/freight to/from the Minn Kota Authorized Service Center, labor to haul out, remove, re-install or re-rig products removed for warranty service, or any other similar items are the sole and exclusive responsibility of the purchaser. Products purchased outside of the U.S. must be returned prepaid with proof of purchase (including the date of purchase and serial number) to any Authorized Minn Kota Service Center in the country of purchase. Products repaired or replaced will be warranted for the remainder of the original warranty period, or for 90 days from the date of repair or replacement, whichever is longer. For any product that is returned for warranty service that JOME finds to be not covered by or not in breach of this limited warranty, there will be a billing for services rendered at the prevailing labor rate of the applicable Minn Kota Authorized Service Center and for a minimum of at least one hour.

NOTICE: Do not return your Minn Kota product to your retailer. Your retailer is not authorized to repair or replace products.

NOTICE: THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES OTHER THAN THESE LIMITED WARRANTIES. IN NO EVENT SHALL ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE, EXTEND BEYOND THE DURATION OF THE RELEVANT EXPRESS LIMITED WARRANTY. IN NO EVENT SHALL JOME BE LIABLE FOR PUNITIVE, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES. Without limiting the foregoing, JOME assumes no responsibility for loss of use of product, loss of time, inconvenience or other damage.

Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations and/or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other legal rights which vary from state to state.

You can typically expect your Minn Kota trolling motor to be delivered by Fedex, UPS, or USPS and arrive within 5-7 business days, depending on your location and product availability. See our Shipping Policy for more info.

At openairlifestyles.com, we want your shopping experience to be simple and worry free. If something isn’t quite right, our return and refund process is designed to be clear, fair, and hassle free. 

Occasionally mishaps may occur. We believe all issues can be resolved fairly, if given a chance. If you have any concerns that need corrected, please contact us to discuss and we will work together to resolve them.

Returns:

  • You may return most items within 30 days of the delivery date.
  • Unfortunately, we are unable to accept returns submitted after 30 days.
  • If the item is defective or incorrect, we’ll get the item back and either replace it or issue a refund.
  • Changed your mind, no problem, any returns for unused items in original packaging are accepted within 30 days. You’ll be responsible for the shipping both ways. Once we receive and inspect the returned item and everything is in the same condition as when shipped, we’ll issue a refund for the product (minus any shipping fees).
  • If your item arrives broken, malfunctioning, or with missing parts, please contact us within 30 days of delivery. We’ll arrange a return, resend missing parts, or make it right at no cost to you. Please contact us ASAP and provide the order information and any pictures so we can understand what is going on. Once the item is shipped back and inspected, we’ll either send a replacement or issue a refund.
  • Once your return is received and approved, we’ll notify you via email. Refunds are typically issued to your original payment method within 3-4 business days.
    Please note: Your bank or card provider may take additional time to post the refund. If you haven’t received your refund after 7 business days, feel free to contact us at support@openairlifestyles.com.

Restocking Fees:

  • Some returns may be subject to a restocking fee, depending on the product and reason for return. We’ll always inform you in advance if this applies.

Questions:

We're here to help! For any return or refund inquiries, reach out to our Customer Support team at support@openairlifestyles.com.

Or give us a call at (888) 625-6055

Ready for a Challenge..... Just like you, PowerDrive motors are ready for anything. A compact mount and easy to use design will have you out on the water and catching fish in no time.
Connect & Go..... Select PowerDrive models come with an advanced GPS trolling system that allows anglers to tap into navigational features like Drift Mode, and connects to Humminbird fish finders right out of the box.
Total Control From Anywhere In The Boat..... As part of the One-Boat Network, you can take full control of all the features of your motor with your physical remote, foot pedal, digital remote in the One-Boat Network App or the interface on your Humminbird fish finder.
See Fish In All Directions..... PowerDrive motors offer the choice of Dual Spectrum CHIRP 2D sonar built right into the lower unit of the motor so you can see more of what’s below.
Claim Your Fishing Spot..... Use Spot-Lock to secure your fishing spot more accurately than anything else on the water.
Control Your Drift Over Cover..... Drift mode works like a GPS drift sock, combating wind and current to maintain your desired speed and path so you can focus on casting instead of steering.
Pick a Depth and Follow a Contour..... Follow mode allows anglers to choose a contour – depth, bottom hardness or vegetation – on your Humminbird fish finder and your motor will automatically follow it.
Save Your Route While Dodging Hazards..... Bounce out of auto-navigation mode to manually steer, then resume auto-navigation without resetting your route.


Select the Correct Shaft Length


Choosing the correct shaft length for your trolling motor is important so that the electric motor does not cavitate, creating fish-spooking noise. The rule of thumb is to have the top of the lower unit or foot of the motor covered by at least 12" of water. In general, shaft length selection is more critical with bow-mount motors versus transom-mount motors. Most boat transoms are similar in their distance to the water, and Minn Kota’s standard transom shaft lengths should be adequate. With bow-mounted motors, there is a greater variation in shaft length requirements.

Measure for your Correct Shaft Length

Measure from the mounting surface of the transom or bow where the motor will be mounted to the top of the water.

  • Add 5" to waterline measurement for fishing in rough water. Optimal operating mode is with the engine trimmed all the way down.
  • Add 9" for bow-mount Hand Control motors. If you will be steering a hand-controlled motor while standing, add an additional 12" to the measurement.

Use this measurement for the tables above to find the appropriate trolling motor shaft length.

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