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Garmin Force® Current Trolling Motor

$2,999.99

A wireless kayak trolling motor from Garmin with electric steering, built-in GPS and a heading sensor. For kayak anglers who want hands-free boat control, anchor lock and chartplotter integration in fresh or salt water.

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The Force Current runs on 12 V or 24 V and mounts with a 4-hole tilt mount. It ships with a wireless remote, and optional Power Steer foot pedals let you handle throttle and steering without setting the rod down. AutoPilot features include Anchor Lock, Heading Hold, route following and cruise control, and it pairs wirelessly with compatible Garmin chartplotters.

Specs at a glance

  • Max thrust: 50 lbs at 24 V, 30 lbs at 12 V
  • Voltage: 12 V or 24 V
  • Mount: 4-hole tilt mount
  • Shaft length: 11.4 to 16.6 in
  • Water rating: IPX7; fresh, brackish and salt water
  • Included: propulsion system, wireless remote with lanyard, MOB tag, power cable, skeg, performance and weedless propellers, mounting hardware
  • Options: with or without foot pedals

Good to know

  • Run it on 24 V if you can, since Garmin rates thrust at 50 lbs on 24 V versus 30 lbs on 12 V.
  • Decide on the foot pedals when you order: they are a package option and let you steer and throttle with your feet while you fish.

KayakDIY take: Because it talks to Garmin chartplotters, I’d plan the motor and the screen together. For displays to pair with it, see my kayak fish finder guide.

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