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 D.C. - motor, 4.7kW (6.4hp)
Length of tunnel
min. 370 mm
Diameter of tunnel
185 mm I.D.
Weight, excl.tunnel
appr. 26kg
Voltage
12 or 24 Volt D.C.
Operating time (12 Volt)
3 min. continuously or max. 3 min. per hour at 580A
Operating time (24 Volt)
4 min. continuously or max. 4 min per hour at 280A