15kW Törkmar Electric Motor for Narrowboats

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15kW Törkmar Tidal

£9,859.61 (excl. VAT)
£11,831.53 (incl. VAT)

Experience a smarter, quieter way to travel with the award-winning 15kW Törkmar Electric Motor for boats. This electric boat motor has the highest torque rating in its class, allowing it to efficiently turn a large propeller. It delivers superior propulsion for narrowboats, widebeams, and other displacement boats.

Is this the Best Electric Motor for a Narrowboat?

The Törkmar Tidal 15kW motor revolutionises the boating experience. Because we designed it for near-silent operation, you can enjoy the peace of the waterways without distraction. Beyond its quiet nature, its award-winning reliability and efficiency have set a new standard across the marine industry.

Why Choose the Tidal 15kW?

Efficiency remains vital for narrowboats and widebeams. Consequently, we engineered the Törkmar Tidal for the low speeds required on canals, unlike high-RPM diesel engines. Its class-leading torque turns large, efficient propellers, which maximises your cruising range per charge.

Furthermore, the motor’s design prioritises simplicity. Since it contains fewer moving parts than a combustion engine, it requires minimal maintenance and offers a straightforward installation process for both new builds and retrofits.

Key Benefits

Highest Torque: Delivers class-leading power to turn large propellers on displacement hulls.
Superior Efficiency: Optimises low-speed canal travel to extend your battery range.
Silent Operation: Creates a peaceful, vibration-free experience on the water.
Low Maintenance: Features a simplified design for minimal upkeep and higher reliability.
Easy Installation: Fits perfectly into both new boat builds and engine retrofits.
Smart Integration: Connects seamlessly to electrical systems for real-time performance data.
Proven Quality: Boasts an award-winning design recognised for industry innovation.

Confidence in All Conditions

The Törkmar Tidal 15kW provides the precise control you need for tricky manoeuvres. Whether you are navigating tidal currents or tight lock gates, the high-torque output ensures responsive propulsion and a safe, predictable boating experience.

What’s included

1 x 15kW Water-Cooled Motor (internal thrust bearing)
1 x Throttle with mini display
4 x R&D Mountings
1 x R&D Shaft half-coupling (painted)

Comparing the Törkmar Tidal 15kW to a traditional 35hp diesel engine

The table below highlights why “horsepower” doesn’t tell the whole story on the water. While the diesel has a higher peak power rating, the Tidal 15kW delivers its strength where it actually matters: at low speeds.

Feature	Törkmar Tidal 15kW	Traditional 35hp Diesel
Usable Torque	High (245Nm Instant) – Delivers full force from 0 RPM.	Variable – Requires high RPM to reach peak torque.
Propeller Size	Large (up to 20″) – Direct drive turns big, efficient props.	Small/Medium – Needs a gearbox to spin props slowly.
Efficiency	96% Efficient – Almost all energy becomes movement.	30-35% Efficient – Most energy is lost as heat/noise.
Noise & Vibration	Near-Silent – No engine rumble or hull vibration.	Significant – Constant noise and physical vibration.
Maintenance	Minimal – No oil, filters, or belts to change.	Frequent – Regular oil changes and cooling service.
Manoeuvrability	Instant & Precise – Immediate response in locks.	Delayed – Dependent on engine “revving up.”

Why the 15kW Tidal Outperforms

A 35hp diesel engine is often “over-specified” because it needs high horsepower just to achieve the torque required to move a heavy hull. Because the Törkmar Tidal 15kW is a high-torque PMAC motor, it swings a larger propeller more slowly and efficiently.

The result? You get the same (or better) “push” for manoeuvring and stopping, but with 70% less energy waste and a completely silent cabin.