Torqeedo Travel L Essential 3HP Equivalent Outboard – 20in Shaft, Electric
Torqeedo Travel L Essential trades fuel for battery power, equivalent to 3 horsepower. A 20-inch shaft fits standard transoms. Owners choose it for steady output without excess weight.
- 3HP gas-equivalent electric thrust
- 20-inch shaft for most transoms
- Backed by standard marine warranty
- Light enough for easy mounting
- Equivalent to a 3HP gas motor
Description
Sailing into eco-sensitive anchorages requires the Torqeedo Travel L Essential to provide silent, emission-free thrust. The 1.1 kW brushless motor translates 44-volt lithium energy into instant forward momentum, pushing heavy daysailers seamlessly against coastal morning tides. Verifying your exact auxiliary bracket guarantees this 30 inch ultra long shaft electric outboard places the propeller deeply into undisturbed green water.
Prevent devastating propeller strikes in shallow anchorages by utilizing the integrated manual tilt mechanism equipped with automatic grounding protection. You pivot the 20 kg assembly upward while the system automatically releases upon underwater impacts to safeguard the transom. Engineers seal the advanced electronics with an IP67 waterproof rating. This structural barrier stops rapid moisture intrusion when repowering extra-high transom sailboats for coastal saltwater environments.
Key Features of Torqeedo Travel L Essential
- 1.1 kW Brushless Motor: Generates massive magnetic torque internally, translating 44-volt power into a true 3-horsepower equivalent thrust for heavy displacement hulls.
- 30-Inch Ultra-Long Shaft: Reaches incredibly deep beneath towering sailboat auxiliary brackets, preventing propeller ventilation in heavy ocean chop.
- 1080Wh Click-On Battery: Locks securely directly above the motor, ensuring continuous power delivery without cluttering the cockpit with external cables.
- Integrated GPS Tiller: Projects exact battery percentage, speed, and range estimates clearly on the handle, preventing range anxiety during trips.
- Grounding Protection System: Releases the tilt lock automatically upon underwater impact, preventing catastrophic transom or gearcase damage during grounding events.
- IP67 Waterproof Sealing: Blocks severe moisture intrusion physically, protecting the internal lithium cells across decades of heavy saltwater exposure.
- 20 Kilogram Total Weight: Keeps the transom weight incredibly low, preventing the stern from dragging excessively on small displacement sailboats.
- Manual Tilt Mechanism: Adjusts the running angle physically, allowing the operator to lift the gearcase over shallow coastal reefs safely.
- Maintenance-Free Design: Strips away spark plugs, oil filters, and impellers completely, saving significant time during seasonal preparation.
- Zero-Emission Profile: Operates without producing toxic exhaust or carbon footprints, easily meeting strict environmental regulations on combustion-restricted lakes.
Why Choose Torqeedo Travel L Essential
This specific 30-inch electric block is built strictly to serve as auxiliary sailboat power for extra-high transoms. Mounting it on a standard 15-inch dinghy will cause massive lower unit drag. Installing a reliable extra long shaft electric outboard ensures safe harbor returns.
- Verify your sailboat motor bracket requires exactly a 30-inch vertical shaft drop.
- Ensure the operator can safely handle lifting the 20-kilogram engine assembly.
- Avoid toxic exhaust fumes using advanced zero-emission propulsion technology.
Ideal Application and Vessel Fitment
This 30-inch ultra-long shaft electric configuration is engineered specifically as a primary kicker for small sailboats and auxiliary power for high-transom displacement hulls operating on restricted lakes. The extended midsection ensures the propeller remains deeply submerged when the vessel pitches in steep ocean swells. By utilizing a physical tiller handle and digital display, captains gain total directional control, making this electric auxiliary sailboat propulsion motor an essential tool for maneuvering heavy sailboats safely.
Warranty, Support and Maintenance
Authorized recreational operation receives a 2-Year Limited Pleasure Warranty. Registered commercial applications fall under strict factory guidelines with specific battery requirements. Scheduled maintenance requires inspecting battery terminals, verifying propeller torque, and performing firmware updates at specified intervals. Always save all physical service records. Your engine serial number acts as the only way to source exact genuine replacement parts. Mulmotor can assist with product details and order-related questions before purchase.
Torqeedo Travel L Essential Specs
| Brand | Torqeedo |
| Model Series | Travel L (New Generation) |
| Power Output (Input) | 1.1 kW (Equivalent to ~3HP Thrust) |
| Voltage System | 44 VDC |
| Battery Capacity | 1080 Wh (Integrated / Click-on) |
| Shaft Length | 30" (Ultra-Long) |
| Total Weight | ~20 kg (44 lbs including battery) |
| Steering System | Integrated Tiller w/ GPS-based Range Calc |
| Trim/Tilt Method | Manual w/ Grounding Protection |
| Water Resistance | IP67 Rated |
| Standard Warranty | 2-Year Limited |
| Application | The ultimate silent auxiliary for large sailboats with extremely high transoms. |














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