The Minn Kota Riptide Terrova 55 GPS is the benchmark for electric motors for sea kayak fishing or in salty water. Specifically designed to withstand the most demanding marine environments, it combines cutting-edge GPS technology, optimized autonomy, and exemplary ease of use, leaving you completely free to concentrate on fishing.
Where most electric motors are limited to freshwater, the Riptide Terrova has been specifically developed to confront the constraints of the marine environment. Corrosion, spray, repeated immersions: each component is designed to withstand the most hostile conditions over time, without compromising performance.
Its extra-short shaft minimizes clutter on board, an essential constraint on a kayak. The forward positioning of the motor optimizes the maneuverability of the ship and makes precise maneuvers in crowded coastal areas easier. Deployment and storage are carried out with a single press of the lever: the automatic tilt ramps slide the motor into the water without effort, for immediate action.
The Riptide Terrova 55 includes MinnKota's i-Pilot system, with high-precision GPS that automates steering to allow you to fish hands-free:
- Spot-Lock®: GPS virtual anchor that instantly locks your fishing position with unparalleled precision, well beyond any other system available on the market.
- Maintenance of trajectory: automatic navigation in a straight line, without manual intervention.
- Speed and direction control via the included wireless micro-remote or from the One-Boat Network® app (compatible iOS and Android).
The Riptide Terrova 55 comes with everything needed to connect to compatible Humminbird depth finders. Via the One-Boat Network® app, control your engine, manage your shallow water anchors, and check your depth finder from a single device, for a fully centralized sea fishing experience.
Enjoy up to 5 times more autonomy thanks to its variable speed system continuously adjusts the power delivered to the actual navigation needs. Result: optimized energy consumption and considerably extended battery life, for fishing all day at sea without constraint.
Equipment designed to last:
- Weedless Wedge™ 2 propeller: its curved blades split weeds and obstacles without effort or energy loss, avoiding jerks that unnecessarily strain the battery.
- Lifetime guaranteed composite shaft: exclusive to MinnKota, this ultra-resistant shaft does not bend, break, or rust, regardless of the marine conditions encountered.
- Enhanced safety: integrated Kill Switch circuit breaker and improved engine sealing in case of kayak overturning.
This motor is aimed at sea or salty water fishing kayakers looking for equipment combining reliability, autonomy, and advanced connectivity. Whether to prospect coastal areas, maintain precise position against currents, or cover long distances at sea, the MinnKota Riptide Terrova 55 GPS meets all requirements with remarkable efficiency.
Features:
Brushless: No
Environment: Sea and fresh water
Mounting type: Front
Power: 55 Lbs
Battery voltage: 12 Volts
Shaft length: 91 cm
Control:
- Micro remote control provided as standard
- One Boat Network app for Smartphone
- Advanced GPS remote OPTIONAL
- Electric pedal with 6-meter cable OPTIONAL
Propeller type: Weedless wedge 2
Gyro sensor: No
Launch System : Stow Deploy: Push this lever on the support and the retractable ramps will glide your engine effortlessly into the water.
Dimensions (cm) : 124.46 x 41.99 x 25.40 cm
Common features
- Maximizer system
- Indestructible composite shaft
- COOL QUIET system cooling the engine to preserve its silence and increase its lifespan
- All GPS functions
- System facilitating the handling of launching and lifting the motor.
- Built-in battery gauge
- Net weight 18.37Kg
