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Marine Boats Industry to reduce Petroleum-Based Plastics in Outboard Motor Packaging
By Combining Biodegradable Green Planet™ Shipping Material With Specially Shaped Corrugated Cardboard, Evinrude, Honda, Mercury, Suzuki Tohatsu, Torqeedo, Yamaha Outboards Will Be Protected While Protecting The Environment.
Marine Outboard Motor SG announced today that outboard motors will soon arrive from Evinrude, Honda, Mercury, Suzuki Tohatsu, Torqeedo, Yamaha Motor Company in specialized packaging developed to significantly reduce overall waste and the use of petroleum-based plastics.
This will be achieved through two important changes: First, Outboard Motor is replacing traditional polystyrene foam packing material with Green Planet™, a biodegradable polymer developed by Kaneka Corporation that is easily decomposable in seawater and is made from 100-percent biomass-derived polymers.
Marine Industry News on Jul 14, 2023 8:02:14 AM
Bigger boat? More challenging conditions? Look to the Power Package! The Torqeedo Travel XP forms the heart of the Power Package, and with 25% more thrust than the Travel, it has the grit to get the job done. At 1600 W of pure electric power, the Travel XP is the most powerful outboard with an integrated battery available from industrial production. This 5hp-equivalent, high-thrust outboard is perfect for heavier boats up to 2 tons or more demanding applications, boating in coastal waters, or overcoming windy or wavy conditions. The ultra-quiet and reliable direct drive motor is lightweight and easy to handle at just 28.6 lbs. It's easy to install and use, too, with a stable handle on the shaft head, a handy lever for quick steering adjustments (360° // ±60° // fixed), and flexible tilt and trim positions. Emission-free boating just powered up - experience the Travel XP today!
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As tested on a 3.8m (12.5ft) inflatable dinghy |
Speed in kmh/mph* |
Range in km/miles* |
Running time in hours* |
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Slow |
6.5 kmh/4 mph |
20.4 km/12.7 miles |
3:08 |
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Half Throttle |
7.8 kmh/4.8 mph |
12.2 km/7.6 miles |
1:34 |
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Full Throttle |
10 kmh/6.2 mph |
7.8 km/4.8 miles |
0:47 |
Key Features
Powerful performance: The Travel XP provides 44% more thrust than the standard Travel model, making it ideal for bigger boats and challenging conditions.
5hp-equivalent: With 1600 W of electric power, the Travel XP offers the equivalent thrust of a 5hp outboard motor, ensuring efficient and reliable performance.
Lightweight and portable: The Travel XP L motor weighs just 28.6 lbs, making it easy to handle and install.
Lithium battery: The Travel XP is available with a high-capacity 1425 Wh lithium battery pack that's easy to use, and it supports various charging options, including solar power.
Emission-free boating: Experience emission-free and eco-friendly boating with the Travel XP, contributing to a cleaner and greener environment.
Motor Specifications
Motor Type: Torqeedo Electric Motor Travel XP L
Comparable Horsepower: 5hp
Battery: 1425 Wh High-Performance Lithium Battery
Shaft Length: 30" Torqeedo Short (ideal for 20" short shaft transoms)
Steering: Tiller
Starter: Electric
Total Weight: 49.8 lbs
Motor Weight: 28.6 lbs
Battery Weight: 21.2 lbs
Warranty: Torqeedo 5-Year Non-Commercial Warranty
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