Torqueedo Cruise 4.0 TS- 8hp

[Gene&Mary]

We're looking at an electric outboard for a 14' Lund. The Torqueedo seems to be the best quality. Looking on the internet for lower HP rated outboards, it seems up to a 5hp is available but the Torqueedo Cruise 4.0 TS- 8hp is not available. Anybody know why the 8hp is not available?

How fast would a 5hp move a 14' Lund with 2 adults, about 330# total?

Thanks

 

[T.R. Bauer]

You would not break any speed records with it with only 5 hp. I remember that my 6 hp Evinrude would move my 14 foot smokercraft at 6-8 mph going full tilt. It was actually the best lake fishing motor I've ever had - that little 2 cylinder two cycle was so smooth compared to the one lung 4 stroke stuff I've been using as of late.

 

[thataway]

I am not aware of any 8 hp. There is a new 10 hp--about $9,999, so not cheap! It is new enough that I doubt that any of the US dealers have one in stock.

I have owned the 3 hp (1103 now) for over 9 years and it still runs well. I don't really see much battery deterioration --but I rarely run the battery down more than 50%.

I would go with a gas motor for a Lund that size. I have owned several 12 and 14 foot aluminum boats and always ran a 15 hp motor. That is unless you want less than planing speed. I think that the 3 or 4 hp would run the Lung at maybe 8 mph top speed, and efficient cruising speed in the 4 mph range.

 

[Wandering Sagebrush]

I am not aware of any 8 hp. There is a new 10 hp--about $9,999, so not cheap! It is new enough that I doubt that any of the US dealers have one in stock.

I have owned the 3 hp (1103 now) for over 9 years and it still runs well. I don't really see much battery deterioration --but I rarely run the battery down more than 50%.

I would go with a gas motor for a Lund that size. I have owned several 12 and 14 foot aluminum boats and always ran a 15 hp motor. That is unless you want less than planing speed. I think that the 3 or 4 hp would run the Lung at maybe 8 mph top speed, and efficient cruising speed in the 4 mph range.

I agree with Bob regarding gas, but recommend going with the highest horsepower the boat is rated to carry. I have a Gregor 14.5 with a Honda 15. At altitude, or with a load, it’s not enough to plane.

 

[bobjarrard]

I like the newer outboards in the 20-25hp range with battery less EFI and the lighter weights. Also, two cylinders will shake less than one and having a real shift lever with the possibility of remote steering and/or electric trim/tilt is worthy of thought. You can get a good bracket now that will handle the torque of that much horsepower and keeping the bottom out of the water is great. Also, a powered or unpowered jack plate is a option. On a sloped sailboat transom you can lift the motor up the jack plate with a block and tackle on the boom end or use the topping lift line. A bigger motor can actually get you somewhere if the main goes down. I am not sold on electric motors for boats, the Torq. is very costly per hp by my book but then if you got the cash, go for it!!! Finally, some of the portables now have 25" lengths you can order and that lets you hang the motor high, sometimes good for operating the controls and doing mechanical checks/work. Oh the joy of spending $,$$$.$$ on a man toy.
Bob
PS: I like this one at a bit under 100 pounds
https://www.tohatsu.com/marine/na/outboards/20_4st.html