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Where to buy X-Series by ePropulsion:
ePropulsion
For those needing a little more kick, ePropulsion has launched an all-new series of slim electric outboards ranging from 12 to 40 kilowatts. While the company refrains from putting horsepower equivalents out there, think of these motors as filling the space left by 10 to 40-horsepower outboards. They are powerful enough to get small boats up on a plane or driving a larger boat at displacement speeds.
With 88.2-percent efficiency in the drivetrain, new propeller designs, and a modular battery pack system, these motors will impress anyone looking to go electric.
To power these new outboards, ePropulsion has designed a modular 96-volt battery pack. To get more range or power a larger motor, you simply need to stack multiple packs together. The published range numbers assume that you would have one battery for the X12, two for the X20, and four for the X40.
Things we like:
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Modular system allows you to combine as many battery packs as you like or need -
High power options up to 40 watts
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Built-in power steering
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Narrow, low-profile design clears up space on the transom
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Cloud and Boating IoT connected apps
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Tested to last over 5,000 hours
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Low noise and low vibration design
Things we don't like:
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Expensive (the cheapest options start around $16,000 for the X12 motor and one battery) -
Heavy—even the smallest motor weighs over 100 pounds (not including the battery)
Where to buy X-Series by ePropulsion:
ePropulsion
- Rated power watts: 12, 20, or 40 kilowatts
- Propulsive power: Not listed (88.2% efficient)
- Horsepower equivalent: roughly 7-30hp
- Weight: 106 to 234 pounds, depending on model
- Battery size: 96V, 1024Wh (G102-100), sold separately
- Advertised range: See the website for various models and battery setups
- Waterproof rating: IP67 fully waterproof
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Things we like:
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Modular system allows you to combine as many battery packs as you like or need
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High power options up to 40 watts
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Built-in power steering
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Narrow, low-profile design clears up space on the transom
-
Cloud and Boating IoT connected apps
-
Tested to last over 5,000 hours
-
Low noise and low vibration design
Things we don't like:
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Expensive (the cheapest options start around $16,000 for the X12 motor and one battery)
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Heavy—even the smallest motor weighs over 100 pounds (not including the battery)
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