Trolling motor for 24' cuddy

[tacothecat]

Any suggestions on the minimum horsepower outboard for a 24' cuddy (apprx 5000 lbs.) for trolling? I have an old 5 HP but suspect it might not be enough. I just need to push it 1.5 MPH. Also, any recommendations on a swim platform mount for the outboard?<br /><br />Thanks<br />John

 

[Scaaty]

Re: Trolling motor for 24' cuddy

Should work ok for fishing on inland lakes. None of the big lakes or any lake with currents though.

 

[JB]

Re: Trolling motor for 24' cuddy

Hi, John.<br /><br />I think 5hp would push your cuddy at 1.5mph with no serious seas, winds or currents.<br /><br />But I also think a troller should be capable of acting as an back-up to your main powerplant should it fail.<br /><br />I would want at least 9.9HP, better 15HP for that task.<br /><br />Good luck.

 

[NOSLEEP]

Re: Trolling motor for 24' cuddy

On a calm day your 5 hp will push it just fine.<br />But add a little wind and waves, and you will find<br />that you won't be able to control that much boat.<br />9.9 or 15 hp would be your best bet.

 

[tacothecat]

Re: Trolling motor for 24' cuddy

That's what I thought. Guess I'll be looking for a bigger outboard. Thanks for the help!<br /><br />John