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E-Motion Rudder Drive, an electric engine with… the Propeller installed into the Rudder

Hanse Yachts introduces E-Motion Rudder Drive – an interesting propulsion type, with a special folding propeller….

An electric engine and a folding propeller have been installed into the rudder shaft, replacing the combination of diesel engine and sail drive. As a result, the propeller thrust is in line with the rudder position. This enables turning in the smallest circles or rotating around your own keel; it could be a perfect solution for maneuvering in narrow ports.

Making 4.5 knots with calm seas, the new Hanse 315 equipped with four lithium-ion batteries has a range of up to to 30 nautical miles – enough for all European inland waters and many coastal waters. At lower speeds, the range is significantly increased. The Rudder Drive can also be used with two batteries if a shorter range is required. The maximum speed is 6.1 knots – nearing the maximum speed of the diesel version.

The quiet Rudder Drive is also lightweight: 100 kg less than the diesel saildrive option. The Rudder Drive does not require a hole through the hull, lowering the resistance while sailing. The electric drive’s simplicity means less maintenance, as well.

E-Motion Rudder Drive: watch the video

From a standstill position, the yacht immediately starts to turn without having to pick up speed first. In addition, you enjoy all benefits of an electric engine. It will be the future?

4 Comments

  1. I think is a very good idea… I need to know if you sale this ingenio and to know the price and date of sending …Well as mucht as you can . Congratulations for that and awaiting for your news
    Carlos F Morante from Malaga Spain. For north wing 435

    1. Dear Carlos,
      no we don’t sell it. We are a News Magazine.
      You have to contact Hanse Yachts (www.hanseyachts.com).

      Best regards!

  2. Nice, the space the engine takes is a lot. This would be great for smaller boats.

  3. What provides the power? Diesel driving dc generator for the dc motor?

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