Minn Kota Riptide PowerDrive Bow-Mount Saltwater Trolling Motor – 55 lb. Thrust, 54" Shaft, 12V, GPS Handheld Remote
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GPS Boat Control Built for Saltwater — Riptide PowerDrive with Advanced Handheld Remote
The Minn Kota Riptide PowerDrive is the go-to bow-mount trolling motor for saltwater anglers who want GPS-powered boat control without stepping up to the full Terrova price point. This model (1363576) comes with the full-featured GPS handheld remote — an LCD-screen controller that lets you set Spot-Lock, adjust speed and steering, and navigate with precision from anywhere on the boat.
Built specifically for saltwater, the Riptide’s lower unit is grit-blasted, aluminum-coated to prevent oxidation, then finished with a powder coat layer for maximum corrosion resistance. The indestructible composite shaft is guaranteed for life. Whether you’re working flats, drifting structure, or holding position in a tidal current, the Riptide PowerDrive keeps you on the fish.
Key Specifications
- Thrust: 55 lbs.
- Shaft Length: 54"
- Voltage: 12V (single battery)
- Control: GPS Advanced Handheld Remote with LCD screen (Spot-Lock, speed, steering)
- Saltwater Protection: Grit-blasted lower unit, aluminum-coated, powder coat finish
- Shaft: Indestructible composite — lifetime guarantee against breaking, kinking, or corrosion
- Battery Efficiency: Digital Maximizer™ — up to 5x longer run time per charge
- Prop: Power Prop (MKP-37) — optimized for open-water performance
- Deploy: Deploy-Assist Lever for easy one-handed stow and deploy
- Push-to-Test Battery Meter built in
- One-Boat Network enabled
- Warranty: 2 years
What’s Included
- Riptide PowerDrive Motor (One-Boat Network enabled)
- GPS Advanced Handheld Remote with LCD screen
- Lanyard
- MKP-37 Power Prop
- Mounting hardware
Compatible Applications
- Saltwater bow-mount applications on flats boats, bay boats, and inshore fishing vessels
- Boats in the 17–20 ft. range requiring 55 lbs. of thrust on a 12V single-battery system
- Anglers who want GPS Spot-Lock and remote steering without a foot pedal
- Step down (Micro Remote): Riptide PowerDrive 55 lb. w/Micro Remote (1363575) — same motor, simpler remote
- Step up (more thrust): Riptide PowerDrive 70 lb., 24V w/Handheld Remote (1363586)
- Step up (full GPS suite): Riptide Terrova 55 lb., 54" Shaft, 12V
Parts Desk Insights
The Riptide PowerDrive 1363576 is the sweet spot for saltwater anglers who want GPS Spot-Lock and handheld remote control on a 12V budget. The key difference between this model and the 1363575 Micro Remote version is the remote itself — the handheld here has a full LCD screen and GPS navigation controls, while the micro remote is a simpler speed-and-steer unit. If you’re fishing in areas where holding position against current or wind is critical (tidal flats, inlets, offshore structure), the GPS Spot-Lock on this model is worth the price difference. If you need more thrust for a larger or heavier boat, the 70 lb. 24V PowerDrive is the next step up. For the full Spot-Lock, i-Pilot Link, and autopilot feature set, look at the Riptide Terrova lineup.
Shipping information
In-stock and OEM parts: ship same or next business day.
Locally warehoused items: ship within 3–4 business days.
Special-order items: timeline confirmed after order.
Returns & warranty
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