The current Lewmar for a mid-size boat. Fine if you already have Lewmar controls; otherwise Sleipner is cheaper for the thrust.
Amazon $1,839.37The Lewmar 140TT 2.2 kW Gen 2 Thruster is the better bow thruster overall, rated 3.4 to 3.1. The Lewmar 140TT 2.2 kW Gen 2 Thruster leads on value, efficiency and weight. The Lewmar 140TT 2.2 kW Gen 2 Thruster costs $524.88 less ($1,839.37 vs $2,364.25).
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The 140TT 2.0 kW sold as a kit. Compare it against buying a Gen 2 unit and a panel separately.
Amazon $2,364.25Which should you buy?
- Choose the Lewmar 140TT 2.2 kW Gen 2 Thruster for value ($43.79 per kgf ($1,839.37, 42 kgf) vs $63.90 per kgf ($2,364.25, 37 kgf)), efficiency (19.1 kgf per kW (42 kgf, 2.2 kW) vs 18.5 kgf per kW (37 kgf, 2 kW)) and weight (3.2 kgf per kg (42 kgf, 13 kg) vs 2.8 kgf per kg (37 kgf, 13 kg)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every under 45 kgf bow thruster; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Lewmar 140TT 2.2 kW Gen 2 Thruster | Lewmar 140TT 2.0 kW Thruster Kit |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.4/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Value 40% | 62 $43.79 per kgf ($1,839.37, 42 kgf) | 37 $63.90 per kgf ($2,364.25, 37 kgf) |
| Efficiency 25% | 73 19.1 kgf per kW (42 kgf, 2.2 kW) | 64 18.5 kgf per kW (37 kgf, 2 kW) |
| Run time 25% | 33 3 minutes continuous | 50 run time not published (neutral score used) |
| Weight 10% | 41 3.2 kgf per kg (42 kgf, 13 kg) | 28 2.8 kgf per kg (37 kgf, 13 kg) |
Specifications
| Lewmar 140TT 2.2 kW Gen 2 Thruster | Lewmar 140TT 2.0 kW Thruster Kit | |
|---|---|---|
| Thrust | ||
| Rated thrust | 42 kgf | 37 kgf |
| Style | Tunnel | Tunnel |
| Propellers | Single | Single |
| Electrical | ||
| Supply | 12 V | 12 V |
| Motor | 2.2 kW | 2 kW |
| Continuous run | 3 min | - |
| Build | ||
| Tunnel diameter | 140 mm | 140 mm |
| Weight | 13 kg (29 lb) | 13 kg (29 lb) |
