Haswing Protruar 5.0 160 lb
#2 in Transom mountFull review
For larger boats that need near outboard levels of push from a 24 V tiller motor. Budget for a big battery bank.
Haswing Outdoor $769.99$769.99
The Haswing Protruar 5.0 160 lb is the better trolling motor overall, rated 3.6 to 3.3. The Haswing Protruar 5.0 160 lb leads on features. The Newport NV-Series 86 lb wins on value. The Newport NV-Series 86 lb costs $410 less ($359.99 vs $769.99).
Newport NV-Series 86 lb
#4 in Transom mountFull review
The most powerful NV, for larger boats whose owners are happy to run a 24 V battery bank. It is a lot of thrust for the money.
Amazon $359.99$359.99
Prices were last checked October 31, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Haswing Protruar 5.0 160 lb for features (variable speed, brushless motor vs none of the four).
- Choose the Newport NV-Series 86 lb for value ($4.19 per lb of thrust ($359.99, 86 lb) vs $4.81 per lb of thrust ($769.99, 160 lb)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every transom mount trolling motor; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Haswing Protruar 5.0 160 lb | Newport NV-Series 86 lb |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 3.3/5 |
| Value 35% | 44 $4.81 per lb of thrust ($769.99, 160 lb) | 56 $4.19 per lb of thrust ($359.99, 86 lb) |
| Thrust 25% | 100 160 lb of thrust | 100 86 lb of thrust |
| Features 25% | 50 variable speed, brushless motor | 0 none of the four |
| Warranty 15% | 50 2-year warranty | 50 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| Haswing Protruar 5.0 160 lb | Newport NV-Series 86 lb | |
|---|---|---|
| Motor | ||
| Thrust | 160 lb | 86 lb |
| Voltage | 24 V | 24 V |
| Speed control | Variable | 5/3 forward/reverse |
| Brushless | Yes | No |
| Battery meter | Yes | Yes |
| Saltwater rated | Yes | Yes |
| Mount and control | ||
| Mount | Transom | Transom |
| Shaft length | 39.4 in | 36 in |
| Steering | Hand | Hand |
| Wireless remote | No | No |
| GPS anchor | No | No |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 30.9 lb | 25 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |