Minn Kota Raptor 8 Shallow Water Anchor w/Active Anchoring - Red

The Raptor 8' Shallow Water Anchor with Active Anchoring in vibrant red is engineered to provide unparalleled holding power for your boat, ensuring stability even in the most challenging marine conditions. Designed with advanced technology and robust materials, the Raptor guarantees reliable performance, making it the ideal choice for boating enthusiasts seeking both durability and precision in their anchoring solutions.

Unmatched Anchoring Technology

The Raptor anchor stands out with its Active Anchoring system, a revolutionary feature that continuously monitors and adjusts the anchoring force to keep your boat securely positioned. Whether you're navigating through rough waters or calm bays, the Raptor adapts in real-time to maintain optimal hold, giving you peace of mind on every voyage.

Key Features

• Active Anchoring: Continuously monitors anchoring force and automatically adjusts to keep your boat securely pinned to the bottom.
• Auto Bottom Mode: Automatically detects bottom composition and hardness, delivering the precise anchoring force needed for various seabeds.
• Durable Design: Features a wider profile, heavy-duty reinforced pivot points, and an extruded aluminum construction to withstand harsh marine environments.
• Enhanced Retraction Force: Engineered with increased retraction power to ensure effortless spike removal across all bottom types.
• Multiple Control Options: Operate the Raptor from anywhere on your vessel using a Wireless Remote, Foot Switch, i-Pilot systems, Mobile App, or directly through Humminbird fish finders.
• User-Selectable Anchoring Modes: Choose from modes tailored for Rough Water, Soft Bottom, Standard anchoring, or let the Auto Bottom Mode on Active Anchoring models automatically select the ideal settings.
• Indestructible Anchoring Spike: Crafted from a strong and flexible composite material, backed by a lifetime guarantee.
• Auto Up/Down: Easily deploy or retract your anchor with a single button press, eliminating the need to hold the button continuously.
• Saltwater-Tough Engineering: Built to resist the corrosive effects of saltwater, ensuring longevity and reliable performance.

Technical Specifications

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Shipping takes 2-7 days.

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Life of Sailing merch is custom made for the customer after an order is placed. Total turnaround is typically 7-14 days from order to doorstep.