Evo is the name of the new models, all of which are designed as brushless direct drives and are based on 48 volts. This means that batteries and components can be easily interchanged. Also new: MOB wristbands. Up to eight such bracelets can be programmed to one motor. If it loses contact with the wristband, the drive is stopped. This means that the often prescribed dead man's button for the helmsman does not have to be worn as a cord on the arm; the wristband takes over this function.
Also new: the motors generate electricity when they are moved through the water. This can be when sailing on the small cruiser, but also at the stern of the yacht, where the electric motor is actually intended as a drive for the dinghy. A battery can also be charged when the dinghy is towed at the stern together with the motor. This is a practical feature. However, whether the charging performance specified by the manufacturer can be achieved remains to be seen in practice.
The new models at a glance:
- 3 PS Spirit 1.0 Evo (tiller version), from 2,249 euros
- 3 PS Spirit 1.0R Evo (remote control, without tiller, without battery), from 1.049,- Euro
- 6 hp Navy 3.0 Evo (without tiller, without battery), from 2.299,- Euro
- 9.9 hp Navy 6.0 Evo (without tiller, without battery), from 2,799 euros
- 3 PS Pod Drive 1.0 Evo (without remote control, without battery), from 1,099 euros
- 6 PS Pod Drive 3.0 Evo (without remote control, without battery), from 2,299 euros
- The new 9.9 hp Pod Drive 6.0 Evo (without remote control, without battery), from 2,799 euros
Batteries cost from 1,199 euros, a remote control costs 300 euros.
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