A bow thruster is an electrically or hydraulically driven laterally operating propeller, which enables the bow of a boat to move sideways.
By simply operating the controls, the bow of the vessel will move to either port or starboard. In a similar manner, the stern of the boat can also be controlled, by installation of a VETUS stern thruster.
It goes without saying that a VETUS bow and/or stern thruster will considerably enhance the manoeuvrability of a boat in marinas and locks, particulary when there are strong winds and currents!
Technical Specification
Motor
Reversible DC motor
Thrus, N (kgf)
2850 (285)
Tunnel Diameter internal
300
Weight Excluding trunnel
68
Current Consumption, Amps
560
Operating time - continuously, in minutes
2.5
Operating time - maximum per hour, in minutes
2.5
Main fuse "Slow blow", Amps
355
Batteries 12 Volt DC, Ah
4 x 225
Battery main switch, Model BATSW, type
250