Electric Outboard Review
LiTime ArgoSeeker A1 Review
The ArgoSeeker A1 is LiTime’s kayak-sized electric outboard: 700 watts, 60 pounds of thrust, a wireless remote, and a 13.45-pound body that clamps onto a transom in three minutes. Here’s the full breakdown — specs, battery math, and who should buy it.
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Table of Contents
- ArgoSeeker A1 Overview
- Full Specifications
- Power & Thrust: What 700W Gets You
- Wireless Remote & Cruise Control
- Battery & Runtime: Do the Math First
- Installation: 3-Minute Clamp-On
- ArgoSeeker A1 vs A2: Which One?
- Price & What’s in the Box
- Pros & Cons
- ArgoSeeker A1 FAQ
ArgoSeeker A1 Overview
The ArgoSeeker A1 is the smaller of LiTime’s two new electric outboards — and the one kayak anglers should look at first. It’s a 24-volt, 700-watt brushless motor making 60 pounds of thrust, controlled by a wireless joystick remote, in a package that weighs just 13.45 pounds.
LiTime designed it for kayaks, canoes, and compact 10–13 ft skiffs. Under LiTime’s test conditions (about 330 lbs of boat, passenger, battery, and gear), the A1 pushed 4.3 to 6.2 mph — right in the useful range for a fishing kayak.
Like its bigger brother, it clamps onto the transom with no drilling, runs silent with no fuel or exhaust, and pairs with LiTime’s 24V LiFePO4 batteries.
Full Specifications
| Spec | ArgoSeeker A1 |
|---|---|
| Rated power | 700W (LiTime rates it “2HP equivalent”) |
| System voltage | 24V (input range 20–30V DC) |
| Maximum thrust | 60 lb |
| Motor weight | 13.45 lbs |
| Motor type | Brushless |
| Propeller | 3-blade |
| Max current draw | 40A |
| Rated motor speed | 2250 RPM |
| Shaft depth | 28.22 in |
| Mounting | Clamp-on transom mount (no drilling) |
| Control | 2.4GHz wireless remote, joystick + cruise control, up to 65.6 ft range |
| Steering angle | 40° |
| Waterproof rating | IP68 (underwater motor) |
| Operating temperature | 32°F to 104°F |
| Recommended battery | 24V LiFePO4 (not included) |
| List price | $1,299.99 (motor only; battery kits cost more) |
Power & Thrust: What 700W Gets You
Same honesty as the A2 here: 700 watts is roughly 0.9 shaft horsepower, and LiTime’s “2HP” is a thrust-equivalence claim. But thrust is what moves a kayak, and 60 lb of it is plenty — it’s in the same class as a 55-lb-thrust trolling motor, which has pushed fishing kayaks for decades.
The real story is the weight. At 13.45 lbs, the A1 is lighter than most 12V trolling motors before you add their battery. For a kayak angler watching every pound on the stern, that matters.
Wireless Remote & Cruise Control
No tiller to reach behind you. The 2.4GHz wireless remote puts joystick throttle and steering in your hand from anywhere on the kayak, up to about 65 feet away. Cruise control locks in your speed for hands-free trolling.
If the remote ever loses signal, the motor stops automatically — then you restart and drive from the onboard controls. Sensible safety design.
Battery & Runtime: Do the Math First
Battery not included — plan for it. The A1 wants a 24V LiFePO4; LiTime recommends its 24V 50Ah or 100Ah packs.
Runtime estimates:
- 24V 50Ah (1,280Wh): roughly 1.8 hours at full throttle, a half day at cruise
- 24V 100Ah (2,560Wh): roughly 3.5 hours wide open, all day at moderate throttle
Estimates — wind, current, and load move these numbers. The efficient zone is 60–70% throttle, where most kayak anglers will spend their day anyway.
Installation: 3-Minute Clamp-On
Clamp it on the transom, connect the battery cables, pair the remote. No drilling, no hull mods. At 13.45 lbs one person handles it easily, and it comes off just as fast for transport or moving between boats.
ArgoSeeker A1 vs A2: Which One?
- A1 (24V, 700W, 60 lb thrust, 13.45 lbs, $1,299.99): kayaks, canoes, compact 10–13 ft skiffs. This is the kayak angler’s motor.
- A2 (48V, 2000W, 120 lb thrust, 16.53 lbs, $2,299.99): 13–20 ft skiffs, inflatables, aluminum boats with heavier loads. Read the full ArgoSeeker A2 review.
If your boat is a kayak, the A1 is the right call — lighter, cheaper, and all the thrust you’ll use.
Price & What’s in the Box
LiTime lists the ArgoSeeker A1 at $1,299.99 for the motor kit without battery or charger. Bundles with 24V batteries cost more.
In the box: the motor, wireless remote, clamp-on mounting components, height-adjustment lock tool, fin and mounting hardware, waterproof connection cable, battery M8 cable, USB charger for the remote, and fin mounting screws.
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The ArgoSeeker A1 is also listed in the KayakDIY Shop.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- 60 lb thrust at only 13.45 lbs — ideal kayak power-to-weight
- Wireless joystick remote with cruise control and auto-stop safety
- 3-minute clamp-on install, no drilling
- Brushless, IP68 waterproof, silent running
- $1,299.99 undercuts most comparable electric outboards
Cons
- Battery not included — total cost is higher than the sticker
- “2HP” is thrust-equivalence, not shaft horsepower
- New product line with no long-term reliability record yet
- Not enough motor for heavy skiffs — that’s the A2’s job
ArgoSeeker A1 FAQ
How much does the LiTime ArgoSeeker A1 cost?
LiTime lists the ArgoSeeker A1 motor kit at $1,299.99 without battery or charger. Bundles with 24V LiFePO4 batteries cost more. Prices change — verify before buying.
Is the ArgoSeeker A1 good for a fishing kayak?
Yes — it’s the kayak-sized option in LiTime’s lineup: 60 lb of thrust, 13.45 lbs, and a clamp-on mount. LiTime’s testing showed 4.3–6.2 mph on a ~330 lb total load.
What battery does the ArgoSeeker A1 need?
A 24V LiFePO4 battery (input range 20–30V DC). LiTime recommends its 24V 50Ah or 100Ah packs. The battery is not included.
How is the ArgoSeeker A1 controlled?
A 2.4GHz wireless remote with joystick throttle/steering and cruise control, working up to about 65 feet away. The motor auto-stops if the remote signal is lost.
ArgoSeeker A1 vs A2 — which should I buy?
Kayaks, canoes, and small skiffs: A1. Heavier 13–20 ft skiffs, inflatables, and aluminum boats: A2.
Does a motorized kayak need registration?
In most states, yes — any motorized vessel typically needs registration, even a kayak with an electric outboard. Check your state’s boating agency before you launch.
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