ePropulsion Pod Drive Electric Motors
Pod Drive electric motors offer a simple to install solution making them ideal for both new build boats and electric conversion projects. They are super quiet with absolutely minimal vibration since the motor is mounted directly under the hull - no need to precisely align a shaft. At the core of the ePropulsion engine is the advanced brushless direct drive technology - proven to be highly reliable and requiring no maintenance. The compact size and low weight means a much smaller overall installation compared to a traditional combustion engine, making retro fit projects as simple as possible.
Pod Drive 1.0 Evo
1kW / 3hp equivalent
For boats up to 1 ton
Weight inc. driver unit: 6.2kg
Pod Drive 3.0 Evo
3kW / 6hp equivalent
For boats up to 3 tonnes
Weight inc. driver unit: 15.3kg
Pod Drive 6.0 Evo
6kW / 9.9hp equivalent
For boats up to 6 tonnes
Weight inc. driver unit: 31kg
All Pod Drive options offer hydrogeneration allowing batteries to be charged while under sail. This is managed automatically when using E Series batteries.
ePropulsion Pod Drive Control Options
Evo Side Mount Control
Solid design with separate display
Easily mounted
Low Profile
Integrated safety cord
Evo Top Mount Control
Integrated display
Easily mounted
Integrated safety cord
Evo Dual Control
Top mounted dual motor control
Control two Navy Evo motors simultaneously
Separate display for maximum flexibility
Integrated safety cord
Pod Drive Battery Options
The ePropulsion E Series batteries are 48V lithium iron phospate (LiFePo4), the safest form of lithium chemistry. Compatible with the full range of ePropulsion Pod Drives they are waterproof rated (IP67). Up to 16 batteries of the same model can be connected in parallel for additional capacity.
Lithium batteries offer high energy density, 70% less weight than the equivalent lead-acid battery and a 3000 cycle life at 80% DOD.
E60 - 3kWh
Supports 3kW coninuous output
Full charge in 2.7hrs (1 charger)
Weight: 33kg
Size: 51.2 x 29 x 30cm (w x d x h)
2yr warranty (non-commercial)
E163 - 8.3kWh
Supports 6kW continuous output
Full charge in 7.2hrs (1 charger)
Weight: 76kg
Size: 47 x 29.5 x 49.5cm (w x d x h)
2yr warranty (non-commercial)
Alternative 48V Battery
Any appropriate 48v battery can be used to power the Pod Drive range.
Wet lead-acid, AGM or Gel maintenance free options are all possible to suit your application.
Battery voltage and state of charge will be available on the ePropulsion display.
An extensive range of sizes and capacities are available to fit specific spaces.
With the increasing range of electric propulsion systems being promoted we are finding many performance claims are somewhat over-stated. The Electric Boat Company only offer products we have first hand experience with and in many cases use the exact systems within our own hire fleets, running thousands of hours per year.
Try before you buy: A number of our hire fleet operating from Marlow, Oakley Court and Runnymede use the Navy Evo outboard. Why not try one on the water for yourself?
ePropulsion Electric Drive Systems
The ePropulsion range combines style, reliability and ease of use in a range of fantastic products. We have developed extensive experience of their systems and been so impressed a range are used across our hire fleets.
The digital display delivers all the data you need to get the most out of your time on the water including current speed, power use and remaining range in both time and distance.
As main dealers for the entire range of ePropulsion products The Electric Boat Company are pleased to offer ongoing support and advice for any system..
