The pick of the Endura line for heavier freshwater boats that want the most push from one 12 V battery.
Amazon $279.99
For saltwater skiffs and inshore boats that need a simple tiller motor that will not corrode.
- 55 lbThrust
- 12 VVoltage
- 42 inShaft
- 2 yearsWarranty
Price checked October 31, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
- Built to survive saltwater, unlike most transom motors at this size
- Stepless speed with Digital Maximizer stretches battery life at trolling speeds
- Long 42 in shaft suits higher transoms and choppy water
- Only 20 lb for 55 lb of thrust
- Costs about twice as much as freshwater transom motors with the same thrust
- Draws up to 50 A at full speed
- No GPS anchoring or remote
How it scores
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Specifications
| Model number | 1363856 |
|---|---|
| Motor | |
| Thrust | 55 lb |
| Voltage | 12 V |
| Speed control | Variable |
| Battery meter | Yes |
| Saltwater rated | Yes |
| Mount and control | |
| Mount | Transom |
| Shaft length | 42 in |
| Steering | Hand |
| Wireless remote | No |
| GPS anchor | No |
| Build | |
| Weight | 20 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years |
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