Reply To: Dufour 1800 Best Outboard

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Mark Hillmann

    I have an electric outboard, the Epropulsion 1kW.
    This has a power unit small enough to fit through the cutout in the cockpit well and is quiet enough for use in the cockpit.
    It has a large propeller giving good efficiency although the range at full power is limited.
    It pushes the boat very well at mooring/marina speeds.
    It is mostly used in calm conditions when your get used to reducing speed to increase range.
    It would not push you into a strong wind but with the main reefed and the jib part rolled she sails well.
    It is light enough to lift out and store under the cockpit.
    Regards
    Mark Hillmann