Vetus BOW9524D Bow Thruster 105 kgf
#3 in Over 75 kgfFull review
The 24 V version of the BOW9512D for a 36 to 55 ft boat. It gives 10 kgf more thrust from half the current.
Fisheries Supply $3,901.41 eBay$3,901.41
The Vetus BOW9524D Bow Thruster 105 kgf is the better bow thruster overall, rated 3.7 to 3.4. The Vetus BOW9524D Bow Thruster 105 kgf leads on value and run time. The Vetus BOW9524D Bow Thruster 105 kgf costs $1,408.25 less ($3,901.41 vs $5,309.66).
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Sleipner SE120 Tunnel Thruster 24V
#7 in Over 75 kgfFull review
A 24 V thruster for a 43 to 59 ft boat. It needs about half the current of a 12 V thruster with the same thrust.
Fisheries Supply $5,309.66 eBay$5,309.66
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Vetus BOW9524D Bow Thruster 105 kgf for value ($37.16 per kgf ($3,901.41, 105 kgf) vs $44.25 per kgf ($5,309.66, 120 kgf)) and run time (3.5 minutes continuous vs 3 minutes continuous).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every over 75 kgf bow thruster; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Vetus BOW9524D Bow Thruster 105 kgf | Sleipner SE120 Tunnel Thruster 24V |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.7/5 | 3.4/5 |
| Value 40% | 73 $37.16 per kgf ($3,901.41, 105 kgf) | 61 $44.25 per kgf ($5,309.66, 120 kgf) |
| Efficiency 25% | 63 18.4 kgf per kW (105 kgf, 5.7 kW) | 68 18.8 kgf per kW (120 kgf, 6.4 kW) |
| Run time 25% | 50 3.5 minutes continuous | 33 3 minutes continuous |
| Weight 10% | 50 3.5 kgf per kg (105 kgf, 30 kg) | 51 3.5 kgf per kg (120 kgf, 34 kg) |
Specifications
| Vetus BOW9524D Bow Thruster 105 kgf | Sleipner SE120 Tunnel Thruster 24V | |
|---|---|---|
| Thrust | ||
| Rated thrust | 105 kgf | 120 kgf |
| Thrust at full supply voltage | - | 139 kgf |
| Style | Tunnel | Tunnel |
| Propellers | Single | Twin |
| Bow or stern use | Yes | Yes |
| Boat length | 36-55 ft | 43-59 ft |
| Electrical | ||
| Supply | 24 V | 24 V |
| Motor | 5.7 kW | 6.4 kW |
| Current draw | 320 A | 420 A |
| Continuous run | 3.5 min | 3 min |
| Build | ||
| Tunnel diameter | 185 mm | 215 mm |
| Weight | 30 kg (66 lb) | 34 kg (75 lb) |