Minn Kota Riptide Fortrex 80 Saltwater Bow-Mount Trolling Motor - 24v-80lb-62"

The Riptide Fortrex 80 Saltwater Bow-Mount Trolling Motor is engineered for the serious angler navigating the toughest saltwater environments. Combining robust power with innovative design, this 24V motor delivers an impressive 80-pound thrust, ensuring reliable performance and effortless maneuverability on every outing.

Unmatched Durability and Performance

Designed specifically for saltwater use, the Riptide Fortrex 80 boasts advanced corrosion protection and marine-grade materials that withstand the harshest conditions. Whether you're trolling in shallow waters or battling strong currents, this motor provides the power and reliability you need to keep moving forward.

Key Features

Mono-Arm Design

Revolutionize your boating experience with the Mono-Arm Design. Crafted from extruded, anodized aluminum, the structural beam operates with no metal-to-metal contact, reducing torsion by 75%. This single hinge point and rear pivot bearing increase surface area by 20%, resulting in less wear, extended lifespan, and quieter operation compared to traditional motor mounts.

Counter-Tension Stabilizer (CTS)

The integrated spring in the Counter-Tension Stabilizer ensures consistent force whether the motor is stowed or deployed. On the water, this translates to a motor with no play, no give, reduced steering torque, and silent operation, enhancing overall boating stability and control.

Lift-Assist

Riptide SF's Lift-Assist mechanism halves the effort required to stow and deploy the motor, making it as effortless as lifting a heavy tailgate. Featuring a stainless steel, nitrogen-charged gas spring, the Lift-Assist ensures easy and smooth transitions in and out of the water.

Removable Bowguard 360°

Enhance your motor's versatility with the Removable Bowguard 360°™. Easily detach the motor and bowguard from the mount by removing a single cap screw. The dual bearing system eliminates noise and improves breakaway performance from any angle, providing seamless operation during dynamic boating conditions.

Quick-Lock Cam Depth Adjuster

Adjusting your motor's depth is simple and secure with the Quick-Lock Cam Adjuster. This feature allows for easy depth changes and locks firmly in place, ensuring your motor remains at the desired depth without shifting.

Tilt/Extend Tiller

Customize your control experience with the Tilt/Extend Tiller. This versatile tiler can adjust up to 45° tilt and extend by 6 inches, allowing you to position your hand control motor exactly how you need it for optimal fishing performance.

Advanced Electronics

• Push-to-Test Battery Gauge: Instantly view your battery's state of charge with an easy-to-read gauge.
• Digital Maximizer™: Optimizes power usage to extend battery life and reduce heat build-up, enabling up to five times longer operation on a single charge.

Weedless Wedge 2 Propeller

Tackle thick weeds and underwater obstacles effortlessly with the Weedless Wedge™ 2 propeller. Its swept-back, flared blades ensure reliable performance without draining your battery, allowing you to push through vegetation with ease.

Superior Corrosion Protection

The Riptide Fortrex 80 is built to resist the corrosive effects of saltwater. Premium-grade marine alloys and aluminum upper arms undergo a rigorous multi-step cleaning process before being anodized or coated with zinc dichromate armor plating. All components finish with a durable 5-mil TGIC polyester powder coat, providing unmatched protection against corrosion.

Encapsulated Electronics

All electronic components are fully encapsulated in marine-grade urethane, safeguarding the control boards from saltwater intrusion. Electrical connections are sealed with liquid-tight heat shrink tubing, forming an impregnable barrier against the elements.

Sacrificial Anode

Prevent galvanic corrosion with the included sacrificial zinc anode. Combined with a composite shaft and properly balanced materials, the motor is protected from saltwater’s destructive forces, ensuring long-term durability and performance.

Technical Specifications

Feature	Specifications
Control Type	Tilt/Extend Tiller
Voltage	24V
Max Thrust	80 lbs
Shaft Length	62"
Speed Control	Variable
Max Amp Draw	56
Propeller	Weedless Wedge 2 (MKP-33)
Included Propeller	MKP-33
Autopilot	No
Mounting Style	Bow
Water Type	Salt
Built-In Transducer	No
Series	Riptide
Box Dimensions	7"H x 19"W x 75"L
Weight	68 lbs
UPC	029402032075

Warranty and Support

The Riptide Fortrex 80 is backed by Minn Kota's comprehensive two-year warranty, ensuring you receive the support and reliability you expect from a top-tier marine trolling motor.

Additional Resources

Download the Owner's Manual (PDF)

WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including di(2-ethylhexyl)phthalate (DEHP) which is known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. For more information, visit P65Warnings.ca.gov.

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