Name: Haswing Protruar Genius 55 lb
Brand: Haswing
Price: 429.00 USD

A very light brushless motor for kayaks and canoes where weight and runtime matter more than price.

Price checked October 31, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.

Pros

At under 10 lb it is easy to carry and mount on a kayak or canoe
Brushless motor and stepless speed stretch a battery further than brushed motors
Selectable 30, 40 or 55 lb modes let you trade speed for runtime
Rated for saltwater use

Cons

Costs much more than a brushed 55 lb motor
The 31.5 in shaft is short for taller transoms
Warranty terms on the Haswing page are inconsistent and exclude saltwater corrosion

How it scores

The rating comes from 4 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its mount. How we rank explains each one.

Specifications

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