Newport L-Series 86 lb
#5 in Transom mountFull review
The pick for a small sailboat or heavy pontoon that needs both reach and thrust. Plan for a 24 V battery setup.
Amazon $384.99$384.99
The Newport L-Series 86 lb rates 3.2 among transom mount trolling motors; the Minn Kota Terrova Next Gen 80 (60 in) rates 3.2 among bow mount ones. The Newport L-Series 86 lb costs $1,815 less ($384.99 vs $2,199.99).
Minn Kota Terrova Next Gen 80 (60 in) Preorder
#9 in Bow mountFull review
For freshwater anglers with mid size boats who want strong GPS anchoring and remote control.
Amazon $2,199.99$2,199.99
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.
Scores side by side
These two sit in different mount classes (transom mount and bow mount), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own mount peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | Newport L-Series 86 lb | Minn Kota Terrova Next Gen 80 (60 in) |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.2/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Value 35% | 50 $4.48 per lb of thrust ($384.99, 86 lb) | 33 $27.50 per lb of thrust ($2,199.99, 80 lb) |
| Thrust 25% | 100 86 lb of thrust | 44 80 lb of thrust |
| Features 25% | 0 none of the four | 50 wireless remote, GPS anchor |
| Warranty 15% | 50 2-year warranty | 100 3-year warranty |
Specifications
| Newport L-Series 86 lb | Minn Kota Terrova Next Gen 80 (60 in) | |
|---|---|---|
| Motor | ||
| Thrust | 86 lb | 80 lb |
| Voltage | 24 V | 24 V |
| Speed control | 5/3 forward/reverse | - |
| Brushless | No | - |
| Battery meter | Yes | - |
| Saltwater rated | Yes | No |
| Mount and control | ||
| Mount | Transom | Bow |
| Shaft length | 40 in | 60 in |
| Steering | Hand | Remote |
| Wireless remote | No | Yes |
| GPS anchor | No | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 25 lb | - |
| Warranty | 2 years | 3 years |
| Released | - | Pre-order |