PacMotor uses two thrusters and a wireless joystick remote for 360 degree skid-steer turning and cruise control. It mounts with cam buckles and a bottom strap, with no drilling, and is listed to fit 95% of kayaks and canoes. The included battery is 16V nominal and 18V at full charge.
Specs at a glance
- Thrust: 24 lb total (12 lb per thruster)
- Motor weight: 9 lb
- Top speed: about 4 mph, depending on the kayak
- Battery: 50Ah pack, 16V nominal
- Includes: motor, wireless remote, 50Ah battery, 10A charger, power wire, cam buckles, rubber pads, remote charger, bottom strap
- Water: fresh and salt
- Warranty: 1-year limited
Good to know
- Listed runtime with a 50Ah battery is about 4 hours, so plan your trips around that.
- Place the included rubber pads where the frame touches your hull to protect the finish.
KayakDIY take: Getting the motor and battery as a matched set takes the guesswork out of wiring. For more on batteries, see my best kayak battery guide.
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