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 The NK-180S brushless kayak motor offers excellent performance and power to any kayak angler looking to increase their range and catch more fish on fresh or salt water. This brushless kayak motor offers excellent efficiency and extremely low noise with a direct drive design that allows you to sneak up on fish. It can be used with two affordable 12V lead acid deep cycle batteries, or a lighter-weight 24V lithium battery. Two operating modes, 24V and 25.9V, allow the motor to be powered with 2x 12V GEL, Lead Acid, or lithium deep cycle batteries. This kayak motor will greatly increase the effective range of any angler on a given day, it will bolt directly to a 4 bolt PowerPole style stern mount, or can be installed into the deck of a kayak (see fitment guide here). The mount pivots freely to pass over underwater obstacles, but the durable aluminum motor head is ready for the ones you don't see. Steering cables can be setup to turn the motor like a rudder using your kayaks OEM mounted foot braces, or a pin can lock the motor in a forward drive position for use on SUPs and inflatable kayaks. Reverse is enabled with a pull cord which locks the motor in a deployed position, keeping the propeller from lifting out of the water while you back your way out of trouble. Regardless of your level of experience, the NK-180 offers an efficient, powerful motor in a durable package. 

Equivalent to a 1.8hp

Designed for fishing kayaks

Four bolt aluminum mount

(Micro PowerPole mount)

Features trim adjustment

Integrated rudder steering

Stow/deploy motor with pull of a cord

**Steering Cable Setup Options**

No Steering - Motor used for forward and reverse only

Cable routing goes through stern of kayak

Cable routing goes above the deck of the kayak

Compatible with 24V Deep Cycle Batteries or 25.9V LiFePo4 battery

TECH SPECS

Input Voltage: 24V

Shaft Length: 19.7"

Battery Type: Lithium or Lead-Acid

Total Weight: 14.3lbs

Thrust: 60lbs

Motor Housing Length: 8.75"

HP Equivalent: 1.8HP

Motor Housing Width: 3"

Max Amp Draw: 25A

Propeller Diameter: 5.9"

Max. Propeller Speed: 1800rpm

Mount Bracket Dims: 14" L x 6" W

Max Test Speed: 5.7mph

Min. Mount Dims: 5.5" L x 4.5" W

Shaft Diameter: 1.15"

Battery Cables: 7ft

Speed Controller Wire: 8ft

The kayak trolling motor by Newport Vessels is designed with kayak anglers in mind. This is the first kayak specific motor on the market to offer good performance in a reliable, well produced package, at an affordable price

The Kayak Series trolling motors build on the tried and true design of the NV Series trolling motors, featuring a height adjustable 24-inch shaft for correct depth placement. It uses extended cabling to provide for flexible battery placement, ensuring compatibility with all transom mount kayaks, canoes, and paddle boats. Five forward speeds and three reverse speeds allow for a smooth and efficient ride. The five LED light battery indicator shows the current charge of the battery, allowing the user to estimate the remaining runtime. The kayak trolling motor comes with a durable propeller, balancing efficiency and power for optimal performance. The kayak trolling motor is powered by one 12-volt deep cycle or marine battery (not included). See our battery guide here.

Each kayak motor comes with our 2 year warranty and is backed by our California based, industry renowned customer service team!

All Newport Vessels branded trolling motors are designed to be used with Lead-Acid style Deep Cycle or Marine batteries (Flooded, SLA, AGM or Gel). The use of Lithium batteries is not recommended and won't be compatible with some of the features offered on our motors. For more information, please read our post Lithium Batteries With Trolling Motors?

Ready to test your skill? Check out our Beginners Guide To Kayak Fishing Tournaments!

Fishing from a kayak allows you to get in close to the action without scaring away bass and other shallow water fish. Fighting water currents and navigating the wakes and chop of bigger boats can be extremely time consuming and draining. Utilizing a trolling motor allows kayakers to quickly access their favorite fishing spot, so they can spend the day fishing and not paddling. The ultra-quiet operation of our Kayak Series trolling motor ensures a stealthy approach, placing you right on top of fish bigger boats can only dream of finding.

This Motor Includes:

• Kayak Series Electric Trolling Motor (24" Shaft)
• Propeller

2 Blade - 36#

3 Blade - 55#

• Propeller Installation Hardware
  • Drive-Pin, Washer, Tightening Nut and Spanner/Wrench
• Circuit Breaker
  • 40A (36lb) || 50A (55lb)

 Power: 36lb || 55lb

Water Compatibility: Saltwater & Freshwater

Horsepower Equivalent: 0.48 HP || 0.83 HP

Speeds: 5 Forward | 3 Reverse

Max Amp Draw: 29A || 52A

Weight: 18lbs || 23lbs

Shaft Length: 24"

Included Propeller: 2 Blade Small (36lb) || 3 Blade Large (55lb)

Shaft Diameter: 1.15"

Tiller/Handle: 6" Telescoping

Battery Meter: 5" Point LED

Total Height: 35" || 36"

Voltage 12V

Lower Motor Diameter: 3.2" (36lb) || 3.7" (55lb)

Recommended Amp Hours: 50AH or larger

Lower Motor Length: 13.7" (36lb) || 15.4" (55lb)

Battery Cable Length: 5'6"