What size battery do I need for a 55 lb thrust trolling motor?
What size battery do I need for a 55 lb thrust trolling motor?
For a 55 lb thrust in a trolling motor, you will at least need the battery size of 240Ah rating. Depending on the speed, you will be using approximately 20-40 amps. A 240 is an ideal size, and it will last about 6 hours.Feb 18, 2021
How many amps does a 55lb trolling motor use?
52 amps/hr
How long will a 100Ah battery run a trolling motor?
4 hours
Is a 35AH battery good for a trolling motor?
If you are looking for a deep cycle battery that can be used for small trolling motors, then Interstate Batteries 12V 35AH is the choice. It is light in weight, easy to carry, and small in size.Nov 21, 2021
What size battery should I use for a 55 lb thrust trolling motor?
Most trolling motor batteries fail due to lack of proper charging. We suggest selecting a 12 volt deep cycle marine battery with at least a 110 amp hour rating, usually a group 27 size battery. The higher the amp hour rating, the more run time you will receive.
How long will a trolling motor run on a deep cycle battery?
Almost 5 hours doesn't seem too bad, but that is really a max runtime in ideal conditions. Reality is likely to be less. If the battery is old, damaged or not fully charged then you will not get the rated amp hours from it, reducing your runtime. Significant cold or hot weather will also reduce your runtime.