Electric outboards join Barrus Marine range
FOLLOWING years of research, development and testing, Barrus recently launched a range of electric outboard motors to its Marine line-up.
In this first wave, three outboard engines are available in 6hp, 10hp and 20hp variations. These 48v outboards have a variable speed range that can be locked so they suit commercial and hire-fleet use perfectly.
With an adjustable leg length from short to long shaft, the Shire electric outboards are ready to pair with a range of vessels and the outboard tilt lock and adjustable transom angle position make rigging easy.
Shallow or dirty water is simply not a problem. The outboards have coolant reservoirs with a recirculation pump housed within the leg, so no dirt or sand enters the system. Their compatibility with Mercury Marine prop shaft spline makes this only easier as they are readily available in different sizes for spares or replacement from Barrus.
Perhaps the cherry on the cake is that the system is belt driven, so no shafts, gears or oil changes are required, making them hassle-free maintenance!
Additional options are also available to enhance performance and ease of use including battery options such as lithium ion batteries and multiple battery packs that can be linked.
After extensive testing with the Barrus R&D team, The Electric Boat Company Ltd placed the first order for four 6hp Shire electric outboards.
The Electric Boat Company, which operates a luxury self-drive hire fleet on the River Thames, were looking for a reliable electric outboard motor that would withstand daily use throughout the season.
“The 6hp Shire electric outboards provide enough power to bring the boats to hull speed when we are on board and allows us to easily reduce the power settings for our hire customers,” commented Sam Harris.
“The closed loop cooling system and ability to adjust the maximum speed so easily makes these outboards ideal for a hire operator. The battery being independent of the motor is also a huge advantage as we can customise the capacity to suit our needs rather than having to swap batteries over during the day.”
The new fleet from The Electric Boat Company Ltd is branded as Boating at Cliveden. For up-todate information, visit www. boatingatcliveden.co.uk.