Minn Kota Riptide RT80/T Trolling Motor Saltwater 80 lbs, Hand Control 42"
Overview
Who This Is For: Built for saltwater anglers running shallow inshore flats, coastal bays, and nearshore structure who need a trolling motor that won't corrode in harsh conditions. This is the motor for serious sight-casting and precision boat control in salt environments where freshwater motors fail.
The Riptide RT80/T is a 24-volt, 80-pound transom mount built from the ground up for saltwater abuse. You get variable speed control that stretches battery life to five times longer than fixed-speed alternatives, a weedless prop that cuts through grass without draining your batteries, and engineering designed to laugh at salt spray. This motor keeps you quiet and cool, lets you dial in the exact speed your presentation needs, and won't quit on you mid-season.
Key Features
- Digital Maximizer — draws only the power you actually need at your chosen speed — extends your runtime up to five times longer per charge, giving you more fishing time before heading back.
- Weedless Wedge 2 Propeller — swept-back, flared blades push grass and heavy cover aside instead of chopping into it — you maintain speed and power without battery drain in shallow, weedy water.
- Tilt/Extend Tiller Control — tilts up to 45 degrees and extends up to 6 inches — gives you precise steering adjustments and sight-line positioning without repositioning your whole boat.
- Push-To-Test Battery Meter — tells you exactly how much charge remains with a button press — no guessing whether you have enough juice to stay out another hour.
- Advanced Corrosion Protection — multi-step cleaning, premium-grade alloys, armor plating, and saltwater-resistant powder coat work together to resist rust and deterioration.
- Fully Encapsulated Electronics — marine-grade urethane seals control boards and all electrical connections with waterproof heat-shrink tubing — saltwater never reaches the circuitry.
- Sacrificial Zinc Anode — absorbs galvanic corrosion so the motor doesn't have to — replace it periodically and your motor survives another season.
- Composite Shaft — pound for pound stronger than steel, flexes on impact without breaking, kinking, or corroding — backed by a lifetime guarantee.
- Cool, Quiet Operation — extra-large windings and commutators dissipate heat efficiently; unique bearing system cuts vibration and noise — fish never hear you approaching structure.
Specs & What's Included
Max Thrust: 80 lbs | Voltage: 24V | Shaft Length: 42" | Max Amp Draw: 56A | Propeller: Weedless Wedge 2 | Speed Control: Variable | Mount: Transom | 2-Year Manufacturer Warranty
Note: This product may not be returned to the original point of purchase. Contact the manufacturer directly with any issues or concerns. For questions about compatibility with your boat setup, call or text Depth Source at (833) 831-4077.
