More power??

[FutureKVD]

So do you guys thing my 36 pound thrust trolling motor is enough to push my 12 foot hull fully laden with me gear and a fishing partner? Keep in mind this is one heavy solid hull.

 

[Brine]

Without a doubt it will push it.

Just slowly.

 

[MeanMouth]

Without a doubt, it will get the job done.

Where you might be dissapointed, is in heavy winds or really rough water. Personally, I would get what you can afford. If that happens to be a 36lb thrust TM, then stick with it and enjoy it

A good guide can be found at Cabelas, here's the link:
https://www.cabelas.com/story-123/r.../Trolling%2BMotor%2BBuyer%2527s%2BGuide.shtml

 

[rusmir]

ooo thanks jason. for the site . . good deal..

 

[Bemisboy1]

What about a 40# on a 1442 with casting decks.

 

[Brine]

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The size and weight of your boat translates into your need for power (thrust) and endurance. The basic rule of thumb for determining the amount of thrust you need is five pounds of thrust for every 200 pounds of weight. Don't forget to include the weight of your boat's contents in the calculation. To be sure that you have enough power, take the boat's estimated weight and add in its maximum weight capacity. A boat that weighs 1,500 pounds, and has a maximum weight capacity of 1,200 pounds would need a motor with 67.5 pounds of thrust. (1,500 lbs. + 1,200 lbs. ÷ 200 = 13.5 x 5= 67.5)