Sleipner SE170 Tunnel Thruster 24V
#6 in Over 75 kgfFull review
For a 49 to 72 ft yacht with room for a 250 mm tunnel. It gives more thrust from less current than the SE150.
Fisheries Supply $7,063.30 eBay$7,063.30
The Sleipner SE170 Tunnel Thruster 24V is the better bow thruster overall, rated 3.6 to 3.2. The Sleipner SE170 Tunnel Thruster 24V leads on efficiency and weight. The Vetus BOW9512D Bow Thruster 95 kgf costs $3,334 less ($3,729.30 vs $7,063.30).
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Vetus BOW9512D Bow Thruster 95 kgf
#9 in Over 75 kgfFull review
For a large boat on 12 V that needs more than 75 kgf. At this price compare the Sleipner SE80 and its 24 V version.
Amazon $3,729.30 eBay$3,729.30
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Sleipner SE170 Tunnel Thruster 24V for efficiency (19.3 kgf per kW (170 kgf, 8.8 kW) vs 16.7 kgf per kW (95 kgf, 5.7 kW)) and weight (3.9 kgf per kg (170 kgf, 44 kg) vs 3.2 kgf per kg (95 kgf, 30 kg)).
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 | Sleipner SE170 Tunnel Thruster 24V | Vetus BOW9512D Bow Thruster 95 kgf |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Value 40% | 66 $41.55 per kgf ($7,063.30, 170 kgf) | 70 $39.26 per kgf ($3,729.30, 95 kgf) |
| Efficiency 25% | 76 19.3 kgf per kW (170 kgf, 8.8 kW) | 38 16.7 kgf per kW (95 kgf, 5.7 kW) |
| Run time 25% | 33 3 minutes continuous | 33 3 minutes continuous |
| Weight 10% | 62 3.9 kgf per kg (170 kgf, 44 kg) | 39 3.2 kgf per kg (95 kgf, 30 kg) |
Specifications
| Sleipner SE170 Tunnel Thruster 24V | Vetus BOW9512D Bow Thruster 95 kgf | |
|---|---|---|
| Thrust | ||
| Rated thrust | 170 kgf | 95 kgf |
| Thrust at full supply voltage | 210 kgf | - |
| Style | Tunnel | Tunnel |
| Propellers | Twin | Single |
| Bow or stern use | Yes | Yes |
| Boat length | 49-72 ft | 36-55 ft |
| Electrical | ||
| Supply | 24 V | 12 V |
| Motor | 8.8 kW | 5.7 kW |
| Current draw | 550 A | 650 A |
| Continuous run | 3 min | 3 min |
| Build | ||
| Tunnel diameter | 250 mm | 185 mm |
| Weight | 44 kg (97 lb) | 30 kg (66 lb) |