Minn Kota Riptide Terrova 112 lb Saltwater Bow Mount Trolling Motor – 87" Shaft, 36V

Maximum Saltwater Thrust. Extra-Long Reach. GPS Precision.

The Minn Kota Riptide Terrova 112 lb with an 87" shaft is built for the largest saltwater fishing boats with very high bow profiles — pontoon boats, large deep-V hulls, and elevated-bow bay boats where standard shaft lengths simply don’t reach the water cleanly. Delivering 112 lbs of thrust at 36 volts with multi-layer corrosion protection, Spot-Lock® GPS anchoring, and AutoPilot™ heading control, it’s the most capable bow-mount saltwater trolling motor in the Riptide Terrova lineup.

Key Features

• 112 lbs of Thrust / 36V: Maximum power for large saltwater boats in tidal current, wind, and coastal conditions
• 87" Indestructible Composite Shaft: Extra-long reach for very high-bow saltwater hulls; lifetime guarantee against breakage
• Spot-Lock® with Jog: GPS anchor holds your exact position; micro-adjust with the push of a button
• AutoPilot™: Automatically steers a straight heading so you can focus on fishing
• Advanced Corrosion Protection: Lower unit housings are grit-blasted, aluminum-coated to prevent oxidation, then finished with a powder coat layer — built to handle saltwater exposure
• Digital Maximizer™: Extends battery run time up to 5× compared to conventional motors
• Weedless Wedge™ 2 Prop: Swept-back blades power through grass and debris without bogging down
• Push-to-Test Battery Meter: Instant battery status at the motor head
• Mobile App Compatible: Full control from your Apple® or Android™ device
• Includes: Handheld remote

Compatible Applications

• Large saltwater fishing boats with very high bow profiles (approximately 36"+ bow height)
• Pontoon boats, large deep-V hulls, and elevated-bow bay boats in saltwater environments
• 36-volt three-battery systems
• Anglers who need maximum GPS-controlled thrust with extra-long shaft reach in saltwater

In the Box

• Minn Kota Riptide Terrova trolling motor (112 lb / 87" / 36V)
• Handheld remote

Related Models

• Need a shorter shaft? See the Riptide Terrova 112 lb / 72" Shaft model or the Riptide Terrova 112 lb / 60" Shaft model
• Need less thrust? See the Riptide Terrova 80 lb / 72" / 24V model
• Fishing freshwater? See the Terrova 112 lb / 72" freshwater model with MEGA Down Imaging

Parts Desk Insights

Best Use Case: The Riptide Terrova 112 lb / 87" / 36V is a specialty configuration for saltwater anglers with very high bow profiles — typically pontoon boats, large deep-V offshore hulls, or elevated-bow bay boats where the bow height exceeds 36" from the waterline. This is not a common shaft length; if a customer is asking about it, confirm their bow height measurement before ordering. The 72" shaft covers most large saltwater boats; the 87" is specifically for outlier hull geometries.

Shaft Selection Tip: A general rule is to add 16" to your bow height to determine the minimum shaft length needed. Measure from the waterline to the top of the bow mount. The 87" shaft is typically correct for bows measuring 36" or more above the waterline. If the bow is below 36", the 72" shaft model is the correct choice and is more widely stocked.

No Integrated Sonar: The Riptide Terrova line does not include a built-in sonar transducer. If integrated MEGA Down Imaging is a priority, the freshwater Terrova 112 lb / 72" with MEGA Down Imaging is the closest equivalent — noting it is not saltwater-rated.

Saltwater Maintenance: Rinse the motor thoroughly with fresh water after every saltwater use. The corrosion protection is robust, but consistent rinsing significantly extends service life.

36V Battery Setup: Requires three 12V batteries wired in series to produce 36V. Use matched batteries of the same age, type, and capacity. AGM or lithium batteries in the 100–120 Ah range are recommended. A quality battery management system is strongly advised for lithium setups.