1.8 HP

POWER

+5 MPH

SPEED

63 MI

MAX RANGE

FREEDOM

Li-Ion or AMG

POWER

SPEED

Max Range

RUNTIME

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THE NK180

With the NK180, Newport brings you the next generation of Kayak Fishing. Super quiet, highly efficient, and incredible powerful, the NK180 Kayak Motor will get you there, faster.

Kayak Anglers

Developed Specifically for Kayak Anglers to stay out longer, get there faster, and catch more fish on fresh or saltwater. This brushless kayak motor offers excellent efficiency and extremely low noise with a direct drive design that allows you to sneak up on fish.

Key Features

Flexible Power

No Proprietary Battery Required; withs with Lithium or AMG Batteries

Extended Range

This kayak motor will greatly increase the effective range of any angler on a given day.

Intuitive Operation

Regardless of your level of experience, the NK180 offers an efficient, powerful motor in a durable package

Modular

Steering cables can be set up to turn the motor like a rudder using your kayak's OEM mounted foot braces, or can be locked in a forward drive position for use on SUPs and inflatable kayaks

SPEED

Brushless Technology that Exceeds 5 MPH

EFFICIENT

Low-Noise, Direct Drive Design

The Specs // At A Glance

  • Low-Noise, Direct Drive Design
  • Equivalent to a 1.8hp
  • Trim adjustment
  • Three Steering Options: internal cable routing, external cable routing, fixed/no cables.
  • Four-bolt aluminum mount direct attachment to PowerPole mount
  • Integrated steering triangle
  • Stow/deploy motor with the pull of a cord
  • No Proprietary Battery Required: Works with Lithium or AGM Batteries
  • Brushless Technology that Exceeds 5 MPH
  • Developed Specifically for Kayak Anglers
  • Range

    20% Throttle = 32.2 Hours = 63.91 Miles
    40% Throttle = 10.0 Hours = 33.5 Miles

    60% Throttle = 5.2 Hours = 21.53 Miles

    80% Throttle = 3.2 Hours = 15.77 Miles

    100% Throttle = 2.25 Hours = 12.16 Miles
    * Run time shown is estimated with a 50AH lithium battery at 90% discharge. Increasing size of the battery to 1000AH will double the time and rane estimates.

  • What's In The Box?

    -1.8hp Equivalent Motor Unit
    -Four Bolt Aluminum Mount
    -Digital Speed Controller w/ Display
    -Steering Triangle
    -Height Adjustment Clamp
    -Reverse Cable Handle
    -Motor Lift Cable Handle
    -Emergency Stop Key
    -Motor Lift Arm
    -2x Carabiner
    -2x S Biner
    -Nylon Cord Kit
    -Braided Stainless Steering Cable Kit (may not be compatible w/ every brand of kayak)
    -Installation Kit (hardware included, additional hardware may be necessary depending on your exact make/model of kayak)
    -BATTERY(S) NOT INCLUDED

  • Warranty & Return Policy

    NK180 Electric Kayak Motor Warranty:

    Two Year Limited Warranty - (Warranty is non-transferable)
    See warranty page for more details.

  • Owner's Manual

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RR
03/14/2023
Richard R.
United States United States

Warranty

Great experience very happy with Newports service they are a great company

AR
03/08/2023
Alex R.
United States United States

Motor

Haven’t used it yet but overall buying experience was good and it arrived on time and install instructions are straight forward.

Newport Vessels Newport NK180 - 1.8HP Electric Kayak Motor Review
RK
03/08/2023
Richard K.
United States United States

Getting ready for New England Spring Bass Fishing

180 arrived yesterday via UPS with no delivery delays. Product looks great !

Newport Vessels Newport NK180 - 1.8HP Electric Kayak Motor Review
BA
02/22/2023
Brent A.
United States United States

Top notch customer service

I love this nk 180 kayak motor. Their customer is what customer service should be . I can count on one hand minus a couple fingers the amount of times I’ve had customer service this good . This company stands by their product and their warranty . I own two of these kayak motors and I love doing business with this company

JG
02/21/2023
Jonathon G.
United States United States

Warranty Claim

I had an issue the throttle on my nk-180. It was covered under warranty. The process couldn’t have been simpler. Newport went above and beyond my expectations.

POWERED BY

FLEXIBILITY

  • No Proprietary Battery Required
  • Works with Lithium or AGM Batteries
  • Wiring: 1- 24v Deep Cycle or 2 - 12v Deep Cycle wired in series for 24V 30Ah or above with a minimum continuous output rating of 30 amps
  • Battery Types: Lithium, Flooded, Gel, or AGM deep-cycle batteries
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