They are suitable for sailboats, launches, trawlers, catamarans, workboats and water taxis from 15-feet through 85-feet, with a wide range of horsepower options from 6HP to 100HP. Quiet, economical to run, and a WHOLE lot more relaxing after a day of no vibration, noise, and fumes.Īfter a couple of years running all electric, I can't imagine owning an outboard ever again. Whether powering a new build or retrofitting a traditional boat, Elco’s inboard systems are designed with easy installation in mind. I think many / most would prefer gas engines, but I liken all electric to a buying sailboat. Trust me when I say that I would much rather have a gasoline motor, but the lake I live on is electric only so rather than use a trolling motor this is the next best option. Heather Belle will run at her displacement hull speed (roughly the fastest a displacement boat can go) of about 12 or 13 km/h, but he says, I prefer to cruise slowly for a day on the lake. EP-20 Electric Inboard PURE ELECTRIC PERFORMANCE HYBRID ELECTRIC PERFORMANCE Cruising speed 5.5 7 knots: 5.5 7 knots: Cruising time 6 3 hours: 98 58 hours: Cruising range 34 19 nm: 548 406 nm: Recharging time standard charger 4 5 hours: Recharging time quick charger 3 4 hours: Number of 12 volt 8-D. Whether powering a new build or retrofitting a traditional boat, Elco electric inboard motors are designed with easy installation in mind.

Nice looking, but once again proprietary batteries, so like the Sharks say, 'I'm out'. About 20 years ago, he replaced her Chrysler Crown six-cylinder engine with an Elco electric inboard motor, the equivalent of an 8 hp. The award-winning Elco electric inboard motor system uses highly reliable AC induction motors that are powerful and simple to maintain, with a suggested service life of more than 50,000 hours. Elco Electric Inboard Boat Motors Advanced Technologies.

Along with the motors appearing to be well made, they are very reasonably price and actually cost less than Elco and Torqeedo. Elco will work with you on the option that best serves your needs. It is a great investment for anyone who wants to enjoy boating without having to worry about the engine running out of gas. You will love the way it performs on the water. I was considering Elco as well, but this company has really grabbed my attention. The Elco electric inboard is a great motor for anyone who wants to buy a small boat. Ramdizzle wrote:Another electric outboard motor company that’s worth looking at is Epropulsion.