Newport L-Series 62 lb
#9 in Transom mountFull review
A long shaft motor for sailboats, pontoons and other boats with a high transom. On a low transom the NV 62 does the same job for less.
Amazon $324.99$324.99
2.6/5
A middle size Newport for small boats and inflatables where 36 lb is too little. The 55 lb model costs only a little more for noticeably more push.
- 46 lbThrust
- 12 VVoltage
- 30 inShaft
- 2 yearsWarranty
Check price at Amazon$214.99
Price checked October 31, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- Enough thrust for small jon boats and inflatables while still weighing only 20 lb
- Rated for saltwater use
- LED battery meter shows how much charge is left
- Runs on a single 12 V battery
Cons
- Fixed speeds rather than stepless control
- Costs more per pound of thrust than the 55 lb model
- Two year warranty is shorter than some rivals
The Newport NV-Series family
Every Newport NV-Series model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own mount.
| Model | Thrust | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newport NV-Series 36 lb | 36 lb | 2.4/5 | $169.99 |
| Newport NV-Series 46 lb (this one) | 46 lb | 2.6/5 | $214.99 |
| Newport NV-Series 55 lb | 55 lb | 2.8/5 | $239.99 |
| Newport NV-Series 62 lb | 62 lb | 2.9/5 | $299.99 |
| Newport NV-Series 86 lb | 86 lb | 3.3/5 | $359.99 |
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
| Motor | |
|---|---|
| Thrust | 46 lb |
| Voltage | 12 V |
| Speed control | 5/3 forward/reverse |
| Brushless | No |
| Battery meter | Yes |
| Saltwater rated | Yes |
| Mount and control | |
| Mount | Transom |
| Shaft length | 30 in |
| Steering | Hand |
| Wireless remote | No |
| GPS anchor | No |
| Build | |
| Weight | 20 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years |
Alternatives in this mount
Haswing Protruar Genius 55 lb
#10 in Transom mountFull review
A very light brushless motor for kayaks and canoes where weight and runtime matter more than price.
Amazon $429$429
Newport X-Series 55 lb
#12 in Transom mountFull review
For anglers who want the NV 55 motor with a handle that tilts up to where they sit. If the stock handle reaches you, the NV 55 is better value.
Amazon $324.99$324.99
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