Minn Kota Endura C2 50
#13 in Transom mountFull review
The pick of the Endura line for heavier freshwater boats that want the most push from one 12 V battery.
Amazon $279.99$279.99
The Minn Kota Endura C2 50 and the Newport NV-Series 36 lb are evenly matched, rated 2.5 and 2.4. The Minn Kota Endura C2 50 leads on thrust. The Newport NV-Series 36 lb wins on value. The Newport NV-Series 36 lb costs $110 less ($169.99 vs $279.99).
Newport NV-Series 36 lb
#14 in Transom mountFull review
A light, inexpensive saltwater rated motor for kayaks, canoes and small inflatables. Pick a bigger NV if you fish in wind or current.
Amazon $169.99$169.99
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 Minn Kota Endura C2 50 for thrust (50 lb of thrust vs 36 lb of thrust).
- Choose the Newport NV-Series 36 lb for value ($4.72 per lb of thrust ($169.99, 36 lb) vs $5.60 per lb of thrust ($279.99, 50 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 50 | Newport NV-Series 36 lb |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 2.5/5 | 2.4/5 |
| Value 35% | 31 $5.60 per lb of thrust ($279.99, 50 lb) | 45 $4.72 per lb of thrust ($169.99, 36 lb) |
| Thrust 25% | 40 50 lb of thrust | 12 36 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 50 | Newport NV-Series 36 lb | |
|---|---|---|
| Motor | ||
| Thrust | 50 lb | 36 lb |
| Voltage | 12 V | 12 V |
| Speed control | 5/3 forward/reverse | 5/3 forward/reverse |
| Brushless | - | No |
| Battery meter | Yes | Yes |
| Saltwater rated | No | Yes |
| 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 | 21 lb | 18 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |