Hydrogeneration

Direct-Drive

Electric Pod Drive

Space-saving and efficient. Popular with sailboats and small watercrafts

Pod Drive 1.0 Evo

1kW / 3HP

Pod Drive 3.0 Evo

3kW / 6HP

Pod Drive 6.0 Evo

6kW / 9.9HP

Introducing Pod Drives

ePropulsion pod drives are direc-drive and minimum maintenance electric motors for sailboats and small crafts. They’re space-saving and maximize your cabin space.You hear no noise onboard. Under 10HP, it’s a market gap of diesel saildrive, and ePropulsion pod drives can satisfy the demand and offer a new option other than outboard.

Hydrogeneration Empowers Sailboats

ePropulsion pod drive motors allow you to generate electricity from wind and water with hydrogeneration function.

Pod Drive 1.0 Evo, Pod Drive 3.0 Evo and Pod Drive 6.0 Evo can drive the propeller to charge the battery (only the ePropulsion battery) through water flow when certain conditions are met (please refer to the user manual in the download center for the required conditions).

Build a Pod Drive System

It’s easy and flexible to build a Pod Drive system that satisfies different needs.

Step 1

Choose Your Motor

Step 2

Choose Your Control

Step 3

Choose Your Battery

* The standard charger of the E-Series battery is purchased separately. It’s a unified charger that works with E40, E80 and E175. For fast charging, you could use two or more chargers in parallel connection.

E-Series Lithium Battery

We recommend you choosing ePropulsion original battery. 48V E-Series lithium iron phosphate battery is the perfect match for your Pod Drive.

Learn more about E-Series battery

Competitive pricing

Unit price is as low as $0.46 per watt-hour.

High energy density

70% less weight and space than standard lead-acid batteries.

Longer life cycles

3000 cycles at 80% DOD.

Made for ePropulsion Motors

Data synced with ePropulsion motors to apply smart operation strategy.

Incredible Range

Pod Drive Series electric boat motors are impressively efficient to go further.

Half Speed Runtime / 8 Hrs

Full Speed Runtime / 2 Hrs

Half Speed Runtime / 5 Hrs 20 Min

Full Speed Runtime / 1 Hrs 20 Min

Half Speed Runtime / 6 Hrs

Full Speed Runtime / 1 Hrs 30 Min

Three Evo Controls

With three controllers available, you can always find a controller that well satisfies your needs.

Digital Display

Offers real-time monitoring of the power, remaining runtime, battery level, voltage, etc.

Electric Start

Press the button and you’re ready to go. Saves your trouble pulling the cord to start.

Magnetic Kill Switch

Works as an emergency stop key for ePropulsion electric outboards. Keeps you safe on the boat.

Smooth Throttle Changing

Designed with excellent throttle response and clear throttle hand feel.

Adjustable Max Power Output

Adjustable full throttle power makes the ePropulsion electric boat motors kids-friendly and suitable for rental boats.

Safety Wristband

Easy-to-use and additional safety.

Man overboard protection
Wireless connection
Waterproof IP67
Max connection up to 8 wristbands per motor

Safety wristband works with Evo Tiller and Evo top mount control only, not compatible with Evo side mount control or Evo dual control.

Specs

	Pod Drive 1.0 Evo	Pod Drive 3.0 Evo	Pod Drive 6.0 Evo
Input Power	1 kW	3 kW	6 kW
Equivalent Power	3 HP	6 HP	9.9 HP
Input Voltage	39 V – 60 V	39 V – 60 V	39 V – 60 V
Recommended Battery	ePropulsion E-Series Battery	ePropulsion E-Series Battery	ePropulsion E-Series Battery
Weight	6.2 kg / 13.7 lbs	15.3 kg / 33.7 lbs	31kg / 68.3lbs
Propeller	11″ × 5.8″ 2-blade composite propeller	10.2″ × 6.7″ 2-blade composite propeller	12.6″ × 8.7″ 3-blade aluminum propeller
Hydrogeneration	Yes	Yes	Yes
Motor	Brushless DC motor	Brushless DC motor	Brushless DC motor
Direct Drive	Yes	Yes	Yes
Maintenance-Free	Yes	Yes	Yes

What's in the Box

Pod Drive 1.0 Evo
Pod Drive 3.0 Evo
Pod Drive 6.0 Evo

Pod Drive 1.0 Evo
Motor

Communication
Module

Power
Switch

Communication
Cable 5m

Fixing
Guide

Invitation
Card

Warranty
Card

Quality
Certificate

User
Manual

Pod Drive 3.0 Evo
Motor

Driver
Module

Main Switch
Cable

Communication
Cable 5m

Wrench Set

Invitation
Card

Warranty
Card

Quality
Certificate

User
Manual

Fixing
Guide

Pod Drive 6.0 Evo Motor

Driver
Module

Main Switch
Cable

Communication
Cable 5m

Wrench Set

Invitation
Card

Warranty
Card

Quality
Certificate

User
Manual

Fixing
Guide

Accessories

Kill Switch

Safety Wristband

Pod 6.0 Evo Propeller

Evo Side Mount Control

Evo Remote Control

Communication Extension Cable 5m

Communication Cable 0.5 m

Communication Cable 5 m

Pod 6.0 Evo Folding Propeller

Pod 3.0 Evo Folding Propeller

Pod 1.0 Evo Folding Propeller

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FAQ

Can I use E40 to power Pod Drive 3.0 Evo or E80 to power Pod Drive 6.0 Evo?

Yes, but parallel connection is required. To power one Pod Drive 3.0 Evo with E40, you need two E40 batteries in parallel. To power one Pod Drive 6.0 Evo with E80, you need two E80 batteries in parallel.
Officially, we recommend the E80 battery for Navy 3.0 Evo, and E175 battery for Navy 6.0 Evo. For more info, please check ePropulsion Tutorial: ePropulsion E-Series Battery | General Instructions

Can I use third-party batteries to power Pod Drive 1.0 / 3.0 / 6.0 Evo?

First, our original E-Series battery has the best unit price on the market, as low as $0.46 per WattHour.
Second, the E-Series battery weighs 70% less than the lead-acid battery with equivalent usable capacity, and costs 50% in five-year use.
Third, because of incompatible communication protocol, when powered by third-party batteries, the ePropulsion motor cannot access real-time battery status and apply the best operation strategy.
Despite all these, if you still prefer third party lithium or lead-acid batteries. The nominal battery voltage should be 48V. The continuous discharge current should be over 25A for Pod Drive 1.0 Evo, 62.5A for Pod Drive 3.0 Evo and 125A for Pod Drive 6.0 Evo.

Can Pod Drive motor work for saltwater use?

Yes, they’re all designed for extensive use in the saltwater. We choose high-quality aluminum alloy as the base material, and apply hard anodizing coating and teflon coating on top of it. For more info, please check ePropulsion Blog: How do we make an outboard corrosion-resistant?