Vetus Bow Thruster 160 Kgf, 24V, Tunnel Dia: 250mm
Description
The VETUS BOW16024D is a 160 kgf electric bow thruster for recreational boats from 15 to 90 feet. Featuring a unique propeller blade design and spiral gears for minimal noise, with a streamlined tailpiece for optimum flow. Simple on/off port-starboard control makes it intuitive to operate and easy to retrofit.
Key Features
- Minimal noise — unique propeller blade design and spiral gears
- Optimum flow — streamlined tailpiece
- Synthetic propeller — corrosion-free and lightweight
- On/off, port/starboard control
- Simple, intuitive operation
- Easy installation and retrofit
- Aluminium control panels interchangeable with older VETUS panels
- Run time: 4.5 minutes continuous or combined within one hour
- Motor: reversible DC, series wound with carbon brushes
- Available at 12, 24, and 48 V
Specifications — BOW16024D
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Thrust | 1600 N (160 kgf) at 24 V |
| Power | 7 kW (9.5 hp) |
| Voltage | 24 V DC |
| Current consumption | 540 A |
| Tunnel diameter (internal) | 250 mm |
| Weight excl. tunnel | 37 kg |
| Operating time (continuous) | 4.5 min |
| Operating time (max per hour) | 4.5 min |
| Main fuse | 355 A |
| Min. battery (24 V) | 2 × 165 Ah |
| Max. battery (24 V) | 4 × 165 Ah |
| Battery cables (neg.) | 0–29 m / 120 mm² |
| Battery main switch | 600 A / 24 |
Dimensions (mm)
| Dimension | mm |
|---|---|
| A | 222 |
| B | 548 |
| C | 108 |
| D min / max | 500 / 1000 |
| E | 240 |
| F Ø | 185 |
| G min | 250 |
| H Ø | 250 |
Shipping and returns
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Returns policy
We have a 30-day return policy, which means you have 30 days after receiving your item to request a return.
To be eligible for a return, your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unworn or unused, with tags, and in its original packaging. You’ll also need the receipt or proof of purchase.
To start a return, you can contact us at chandlery@bosuns.com.au. If your return is accepted, we’ll send you a return shipping label, as well as instructions on how and where to send your package. Items sent back to us without first requesting a return will not be accepted.
You can always contact us for any return question at chandlery@bosuns.com.au.
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