Minn Kota Endura C2 40
#16 in Transom mountFull review
The middle Endura for 12 to 14 ft freshwater boats: name brand build and a lifetime shaft at a low price.
Amazon $219$219
The Minn Kota Endura C2 40 is the better trolling motor overall, rated 2.3 to 2.3. The Minn Kota Endura C2 40 leads on thrust. The Minn Kota Endura C2 30 wins on value. The Minn Kota Endura C2 30 costs $70 less ($149 vs $219).
Minn Kota Endura C2 30
#17 in Transom mountFull review
For canoes, kayaks and small jon boats that need a cheap, reliable backup or main motor on a 12 V battery.
Amazon $149$149
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 Minn Kota Endura C2 40 for thrust (40 lb of thrust vs 30 lb of thrust).
- Choose the Minn Kota Endura C2 30 for value ($4.97 per lb of thrust ($149, 30 lb) vs $5.47 per lb of thrust ($219, 40 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 | Minn Kota Endura C2 40 | Minn Kota Endura C2 30 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 2.3/5 | 2.3/5 |
| Value 35% | 33 $5.47 per lb of thrust ($219, 40 lb) | 41 $4.97 per lb of thrust ($149, 30 lb) |
| Thrust 25% | 20 40 lb of thrust | 0 30 lb of thrust |
| Features 25% | 0 none of the four | 0 none of the four |
| Warranty 15% | 50 2-year warranty | 50 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| Minn Kota Endura C2 40 | Minn Kota Endura C2 30 | |
|---|---|---|
| Motor | ||
| Thrust | 40 lb | 30 lb |
| Voltage | 12 V | 12 V |
| Speed control | 5/3 forward/reverse | 5/3 forward/reverse |
| Battery meter | Yes | Yes |
| Saltwater rated | No | No |
| Mount and control | ||
| Mount | Transom | Transom |
| Shaft length | 36 in | 30 in |
| Steering | Hand | Hand |
| Wireless remote | No | No |
| GPS anchor | No | No |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 20 lb | 19 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |