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 incredibly powerful, the outboard 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 outboard 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

  • 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 100AH 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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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

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
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TT
03/27/2024
Tony T.
Singapore Singapore

Claim

It was exceptionally smooth.....thumbs up for the swift process.

DW
03/27/2024
Daniel W.
United States United States

Great Product

Easy installation, sturdy, can’t wait to get on the water!

A Newport Vessels Customer
BN
03/21/2024
Brian N.
United States United States

Essential tool

I been running NK180 for almost two years and can say it’s been an essential tool in my kayak tournament career. The NK180 has provided the opportunity to go further and for longer without worry.

ST
03/20/2024
Scott T.
United States United States

Couldn't ask for a better motor

After reviewing all my options for motors for my kayak, I decided to go with the NK180. After looking at the longevity, the customer service, speed, etc, Newport seemed like the no brainer. I mounted it to my Hobie PA 12 with Tim Percy mount, and the install was flawless. The motor is fast. Like, Scary fast. Going with the current, I had it up to 6.8 MPH which is not a speed I ever want to do again in a kayak, but it is great when you have a "I need to leave this area now" situation. I'm running it on a 60 AH lithium battery and honestly have no idea how long it lasts because I haven't run it dry yet, even after 8 hour trips. Overall, I'm extremely happy with the motor!

CL
03/19/2024
Collin L.
United States United States

Tough, Dependable, and Easy to Rig

Let me start by saying that at this point in time I have 3 NK180s. Between the three of them and miles upon miles of use, I have yet to have one single issue with the motor. Both my clients and I love the worry free operation. I have a setup on a Hobie Compass, Crescent Shoalie, and an Old Town Topwater PDL. The installation on all of these kayaks was a breeze. The only that needed slight modification was on the Topwater and I made a custom mounting plate for that. With a 24v50ah battery, I get hours of run time, even with the throttle at or above 80%. With a battery of this capacity, I don't even worry about it on river floats of 8-10 miles. If I go upstream, the battery will have more than enough juice to cover 2+ miles depending on throttle settings and flow rate. It could certainly go much further in lighter flows when not much speed is needed. Maintenance is simple: pop off the nut behind the prop and check for debris. Remove those and replace the nut. Done. If you're worried about these motors hitting rocks in rivers, don't be. Mine have been through the ringer on the Susquehanna, MIssissippi, and countless other small rivers. They may have a few scratches now, but that doesn't affect performance! The longer I own these motors, the tougher it is for me to throw them on the kayaks if I'm heading out on the water.

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