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 3.2. The Vetus BOW9524D Bow Thruster 105 kgf leads on efficiency, run time and weight. The Vetus BOW9512D Bow Thruster 95 kgf costs $172.11 less ($3,729.30 vs $3,901.41).
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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 Vetus BOW9524D Bow Thruster 105 kgf for efficiency (18.4 kgf per kW (105 kgf, 5.7 kW) vs 16.7 kgf per kW (95 kgf, 5.7 kW)), run time (3.5 minutes continuous vs 3 minutes continuous) and weight (3.5 kgf per kg (105 kgf, 30 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 | Vetus BOW9524D Bow Thruster 105 kgf | Vetus BOW9512D Bow Thruster 95 kgf |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.7/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Value 40% | 73 $37.16 per kgf ($3,901.41, 105 kgf) | 70 $39.26 per kgf ($3,729.30, 95 kgf) |
| Efficiency 25% | 63 18.4 kgf per kW (105 kgf, 5.7 kW) | 38 16.7 kgf per kW (95 kgf, 5.7 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) | 39 3.2 kgf per kg (95 kgf, 30 kg) |
Specifications
| Vetus BOW9524D Bow Thruster 105 kgf | Vetus BOW9512D Bow Thruster 95 kgf | |
|---|---|---|
| Thrust | ||
| Rated thrust | 105 kgf | 95 kgf |
| Style | Tunnel | Tunnel |
| Propellers | Single | Single |
| Bow or stern use | Yes | Yes |
| Boat length | 36-55 ft | 36-55 ft |
| Electrical | ||
| Supply | 24 V | 12 V |
| Motor | 5.7 kW | 5.7 kW |
| Current draw | 320 A | 650 A |
| Continuous run | 3.5 min | 3 min |
| Build | ||
| Tunnel diameter | 185 mm | 185 mm |
| Weight | 30 kg (66 lb) | 30 kg (66 lb) |