Bow Thrusters

Navigate tight berths and crowded marinas with total confidence using the Vetus 25kgf Bow Thruster. Engineered specifically for boats ranging from 5.5 to 8 meters, this compact 12V system features a small 110mm tunnel diameter that makes it simple to fit even into shallow-draft vessels without sacrificing raw performance.

Key Features

• Delivers 25 kgf (kilogram-force) of reliable thrust

• Compact 110mm tunnel diameter for easy installation in tight spaces

• Optimized single 6-blade propeller design reduces cavitation and noise

• Flexible drive coupling absorbs vibration and eliminates shear pins

• Bronze streamlined lower leg for smooth water flow

• Backed by a 3-year equipment warranty and a 5-year engine warranty

Equip your vessel for effortless docking with the Vetus 12V bow thruster, delivering 35 kgf of reliable thrust force. Designed specifically for boats from 6.5 to 10 metres in length, this unit stands out with a compact 150mm tunnel diameter that makes installation significantly easier than competitors requiring standard 185mm units.

Key Features

• Delivers 35 kgf of reliable side thrust for boats 6.5 to 10 metres

• Space-saving 150mm tunnel diameter simplifies installation compared to 185mm alternatives

• Single propeller design reduces flow disturbance in the tunnel

• Unique propeller blade design and spiral gears minimize cavitation and transmission noise

• Flexible coupling between the tail piece and motor eliminates vibration

• Corrosion-resistant, lightweight synthetic propeller and durable bronze streamlined lower leg

• 4-minute continuous run time per hour

• Fully compliant with EMC requirements and supplied with clear instructions

Easily upgrade your vessel's handling with the Vetus 60 kgf Bow Thruster. Designed as a direct 185mm tunnel replacement for older 50 kgf units, it is ideal for boats ranging from 9 to 13 metres.

• Performance & Application: Designed as a direct replacement for older 50 kgf units utilizing the same 185mm tunnel, ideal for boats 9 to 13 metres. Delivers 60 kgf of thrust via a 3 kW (4 hp) reversible DC motor.

• Electrical Requirements: Operates on 12V DC with a 280 Amp current draw. Requires a 200A slow-blow main fuse, minimum $50\text{mm}^2$ battery cables for runs up to 11 metres, and a 250A battery main switch.

• Battery Bank Sizing: Compatible with a minimum battery capacity of $1 \times 108\text{ Ah}$ up to a maximum of $1 \times 143\text{ Ah}$.

• Installation & Dimensions: Built for a 185mm internal tunnel diameter with a total unit weight of 22 kg (excluding tunnel) and a required tunnel depth (dimension D) between 370mm and 740mm.

• Warranty & Reliability: Backed by an industry-leading 3-year warranty on equipment and a 5-year warranty on engines.

Upgrade your docking experience with the revolutionary Vetus BOW PRO Thruster, delivering 36 kgf of fully-proportional thrust. Featuring a maintenance-free brushless induction motor, this unit offers endurance-rated runtime and built-in protections against over-temperature and low battery, making it ideal for boaters of all experience levels.

• Performance & Control: Delivers 36 kgf of fully proportional thrust via a 1.2 kW brushless induction motor, giving you precise, variable speed control for effortless docking.

• Endurance & Maintenance: Features a maintenance-free brushless motor with endurance-rated run times, backed by built-in over-temperature and low-battery protection.

• Electrical & Compatibility: Operates on 12V or 24V board systems using an in-house MCV motor controller with digital CAN bus protocol connectivity.

• Installation & Compatibility: Built for a 125mm internal tunnel diameter with a total unit weight of 24 kg. Designed to share existing tunnel sizes for easy retrofitting.

Upgrade your vessel's maneuvering with the Vetus BOW PRO 42 kgf Thruster, combining a maintenance-free brushless induction motor with fully-proportional digital control.

• Performance & Control: Delivers 42 kgf of fully-proportional thrust via a 2.7 kW brushless induction motor, offering precise variable-speed handling and effortless docking.

• Maintenance & Reliability: Features a carbon-brush-free design for maintenance-free operation, backed by built-in over-temperature and low-battery protection.

• Electrical & Compatibility: Controlled by an in-house MCV motor controller using the digital V-CAN protocol, compatible with both 12V and 24V board systems.

• Installation: Built for a compact 125 mm internal tunnel diameter with a total unit weight of 35 kg, designed to share standard tunnel sizes for straightforward retrofitting.