Minn Kota Riptide Fortrex 112/HC/BG Saltwater Trolling Motor - 36V-112lbs-62"

Introducing the Riptide Fortrex Saltwater Trolling Motor, engineered for anglers and boating enthusiasts who demand superior performance and reliability in marine environments. Equipped with a powerful 112 lbs thrust and a versatile bow mount with hand control, the Fortrex ensures seamless navigation through both calm and challenging waters. Its robust construction and innovative features make it the ideal companion for your saltwater adventures.

Key Features

• Indestructible Composite Shaft: Our composite shaft is stronger than steel, offering exceptional durability. It flexes on impact and resists breaking, kinking, or corrosion, ensuring a long-lasting performance in saltwater conditions.
• Cool, Quiet Power: The Fortrex motor operates cooler and quieter than traditional motors. Advanced windings and commutators dissipate heat effectively, extending battery life and reducing noise to keep your fishing activities undisturbed.
• Weedless Wedge 2 Prop: Tackle thick vegetation effortlessly with the Weedless Wedge™ 2 propeller. Its swept-back, flared blades provide reliable propulsion without draining your battery, allowing you to focus on your catch.
• Sacrificial Anode: Protect your motor from corrosion with the included sacrificial anode, enhancing the longevity of your trolling motor in harsh saltwater environments.

Innovative Design Elements

Mono-Arm Design

The Fortrex features an extruded, anodized aluminum mono-arm that delivers unmatched ruggedness and strength. This one-piece construction minimizes wear and tear, extends the motor's lifespan, and ensures quieter operation, making it perfect for extended fishing trips.

Digital Maximizer

Maximize your time on the water with the Digital Maximizer, which allows you to stay fishing up to five times longer on a single charge. It intelligently manages power draw at variable speeds, ensuring efficient energy usage without compromising performance.

Lift-Assist Technology

Deploying and stowing your motor is effortless thanks to the patented Lift-Assist design. This feature reduces the weight by half, making it as easy as lifting a vehicle tailgate. Equipped with a stainless steel, nitrogen gas-charged spring, it ensures smooth and reliable operation.

Removable Bowguard 360°

Protect your motor and ensure uninterrupted fishing with the removable bowguard. It breaks away on impact from any angle and automatically resets, safeguarding your setup from underwater hazards. The dual bearing system eliminates noise, and the entire mount can be easily removed for maintenance or storage.

Tilt/Extend Tiller

Gain maximum control with the Tilt/Extend Tiller, which can tilt up to 45° and extend up to 6 inches. This versatile control allows for easy adjustment and storage, featuring a digital battery gauge for real-time monitoring of your power levels.

Quick-Lock Cam Depth Adjuster

Effortlessly adjust the motor depth with the Quick-Lock Cam Depth Adjuster. This user-friendly feature allows you to change depths securely and maintains the motor position precisely where you need it.

Push-To-Test Battery Meter

Monitor your battery life with the Push-To-Test Battery Meter. Simply press a button to view the remaining charge, ensuring you never run out of power unexpectedly.

Specifications

Why Choose Minn Kota?

When you select a Minn Kota Riptide Fortrex, you're choosing a brand committed to quality and innovation in marine propulsion. Our motors are built to withstand the toughest saltwater conditions, ensuring you have a reliable partner on every excursion.

Indestructible Composite Shaft

Our composite shaft is engineered to be stronger than steel, offering superior flexibility and resistance to breaking, kinking, or corrosion. This robust construction guarantees longevity and dependable performance season after season.

Cool, Quiet Power

The Fortrex motor operates with minimal heat and noise, thanks to our advanced windings and commutators. This results in extended battery life and a quieter experience on the water, allowing you to fish without disturbing marine life.

Safety Warning

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 go to P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Additional Resources

Owner's Manual (PDF)

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