Blade Halo 2.4KW (6HP) Outboard Motor
As a huge Uk dealer of electric outboards the Blade Outboard is not just an addition to our ePropulsion solutions, they are key development in electric outboards market
Torqueedo started the evolution, ePropulsion took it to the next level with the spirit 1 plus with the direct drive, high capacity floating battery. The Blade halo outboards though have made another step change in portable power, performance , range and form factor with the later being more important than just looking good.
The easiest way to explain why these engines are so important is to look at what they replace.
Tenders
the 2kw (6hp) will get tenders on the plane whilst still being portable. If you want to go faster, further, longer or have strong currents your only real choice was a 6hp petrol. Now you can have a service free, no pull start, very portable solution with no servicing.
Please note the engine with battery is only 2.5kg more than the ePropulsion Spirit 1 plus but has up to3 x the power and 25% more internal battery It is also lighter than the 6p petrol engines as shown below
| Blade 6Hp 2.4kw outboard | Suzuki 6hp outboard | Yamaha 6Hp outboard | Mercury 6Hp outboard | Tohatsu 6Hp outboard | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 14 engine 8 battery (removable) Total 22Kg | 2.95kg heavier ie 24.95kg | 5kg heavier ie 27kg | 3Kg heavier ie 25kg | 3Kg heavier ie 25kg |
Backup engines
This now we believe will become the engine of choice back up engine for boats on a single or twin axle braked trailer ie over 500kg to 2850kg ie the direct replacement for a 6hp petrol motor. Interestingly most engines problems are due to bad fuel so why would you have a petrol back up and you can have a Blade Halo 6Hp 2.4 kw electric outboard that has the same weight!
The slim line form factor means this engine will fit on far more boats than a petrol or other electric outboards and still allow the engines to steer as there is simply more room.
Small fishing boats
The UK has loads of small fishing boats in loads of different forms ie from open pike boats to cuddy boats like Arran 16, sea fishing boats like the Orkney strike liner and long liner. The Blade Outboards 2kw is the perfect upgrade to replace the 5-6hp petrol motors. As it is also silent starting the engine does also not scare any fish
Freshwater Fishing:
With many people using small Pike/ salmon/ trout boats that have traditionally used 4-6hp . Now that the Blade Halo 6hp (2.4Kw) outboard has arrived we can provide a silent, long range, easy to use alternative that does not scare the fish off when started and does not need servicing
Sailing boats: Now that we have a lightweight, 6hp equivalent electric outboard the Blade Halo 2.4Kw can be used on small sailing boats up to 3 tons as well as the tender and if used only for getting in and out of marinas far heavier boats.
Technical information
| Power | 2.4KW Continuous, 3KW max |
|---|---|
| Standard battery | HALO 1.7kWh Battery |
| Input Voltage | 46-54V |
| Motor Weight | 14Kg |
| Battery Weight | 8kg |
| Standard Charging | 300w |
| Optional extra battery | yes internal 1.7kWh or external 5kWh |
| Trim/tilt angles | 0,8,16,24,32,90deg |
| Shaft Lengths | 675mm Short 750mm Long |
| Control | HALO Tiller, Ext Throttle Optional |
| Phone Application | Yes for Apple and Andriod |
| Drive Type | Direct |
| Motor type | BLDC |
| Communication | NMEA2000, Bluetooth |
| Display | LCD screen |
| Ingress Protection | IP69 (below water), IP67 above water |
| Whats in the box | Outboard, 300w Charger, Battery, Hardware, Literature, kill switch |
| Warranty | Unlimited hours for 2 years private and commercial |
Summary
The Blade Halo outboard is a very versatile portable, high torque, servicing free, virtually silent solution that replaces the need for 2-6hp petrol engines.
Cost £2275 inc VAT
To pre order for the end of august please click here
