9.9 HP Electric Outboard Kit

Discussion in 'Outboards' started by smasterson2, Apr 14, 2017.

  1. smasterson2
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  2. gonzo
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    gonzo Senior Member

    It's really a 4HP. Peak HP is only good for the sales hype.
     
  3. ondarvr
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    ondarvr Senior Member

    And only if 4hp is the real number.
     
  4. Jim Caldwell
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    Jim Caldwell Senior Member

    54 volts X 50 amps Divided by 748 watts = 3.6 hp.
     

  5. terhohalme
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    terhohalme BEng Boat Technology

    * efficiency (~80%) = 3 hp shaft power.
     
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