"Combining the cost effective simplicity of DC electrics with the high performance characteristics of retractable units, this range is ideally suited to modern sailing yachts and super fast motor yachts. Max Power offers two different types of electric retractable thrusters: the low profile Compact RetractTM and the vertically retracting VIP 150 Electric, catering for yachts from 30-60’. (Max Power patented designs).
- Retract to leave smooth hull lines
- When deployed ideal immersion depth is achieved
- Patented composite drive legs
- Zero maintenance
- Case hardened spiro-conical gears
- Line shields
- Purpose built DC motors
- Electronic control boxes for unrivaled safety features
- Safe, high power connections
- Purpose built high specification DC contactors
Designed for yachts from 9 to 16 metres (30-52’). This lightweight electric retractable thruster, the first of its kind, has been a major success with shipyards from the start.
- Lightweight composite construction.
- Lowest profile and smallest hull opening on market.
- Bolted onto flange, not directly laminated into the hull.
- Rapid deployment.
- No exposed moving parts inside yacht.
- Splash resistant inside yacht.
- Intelligent position detection."