What HP?

kbh121956

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Looking to by a new small kicker, what would be a good HP for a fiberglass 15'5" boat? Is the Tohatsu a dependable trolling motor? I know nothing about them. Thanks.
 

pvanv

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If the boat has a USCG placard, that will tell you the maximum hp. The 2-cylinder motors are smoother than the 1-cylinder motors. Do you want electric start? Remote throttle and shift? Yes, the Tohatsu motors are as good as any, better than many.
 

Scott Danforth

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Nearly all motors below 40 hp are tohatsu regardless of brand label on the cowl

So yeah, they are not bad
 
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