Minn Kota Riptide 55/T Saltwater Transom-Mount Trolling Motor, 12V, 55 lb Thrust, 42" Shaft [1363856]

The Minn Kota Riptide 55/T is a saltwater transom-mount trolling motor with 55 lb of thrust, 12V power and a 42-inch composite shaft. A six-inch telescoping handle provides hand steering, while variable-speed control lets you adjust power to suit your fishing conditions.

Control and power

• Six-inch telescoping handle for comfortable steering.
• Digital Maximizer delivers power according to the selected speed to help conserve battery charge.
• Push-to-test battery meter provides a state-of-charge reading at the press of a button.
• MKP-37 Power Prop helps push through vegetation.

Saltwater protection and construction

• Premium-grade alloys receive multi-step cleaning, protective plating and a saltwater-resistant powder-coat finish to help resist corrosion.
• Control boards are fully encapsulated in marine-grade urethane, with electrical connections sealed using waterproof heat-shrink tubing.
• Sacrificial zinc anode, balanced metals and a composite shaft help combat galvanic corrosion.
• Composite shaft flexes on impact and is backed by Minn Kota's lifetime shaft guarantee.
• Large windings and commutators help dissipate heat, while the bearing system reduces friction and operating noise.

Specifications

• Model: Riptide 55/T.
• Part number: 1363856.
• Application: Saltwater.
• Mounting: Transom mount.
• Control: Telescoping handle.
• Input voltage: 12V.
• Maximum thrust: 55 lb.
• Shaft length: 42 inches.
• Speed control: Variable.
• Maximum current draw: 50 A.
• Included propeller: MKP-37 Power Prop.
• Built-in transducer: No.
• AutoPilot: No.
• Package dimensions: 8" H x 18" W x 56" L.
• Listed package weight: 27.7 lb.
• UPC: 029402040612.

Warranty

Two-year motor warranty, plus Minn Kota's lifetime composite-shaft guarantee.

WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including di(2-ethylhexyl)phthalate (dehp) which is known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Owner's Manual (PDF)