Swift 18 Owners

Hi, has anyone had any experience of using an electric outboard engine on their Swift?
If so,which one and how did it go?

Steve

Hi Steve

Just seen your message re electric o/b. As I now sail my Swift on Grafham Water, I did buy one of the trawling type o/b (54 lbs thrust). This was Ok in light winds or no wind to get me back to the mooring. This year I did invest in a Torqeedo Traveller (1103) and this is much better and doesn't drain the onboard battery and has more power. My friend that I sail with is now thinking about getting one.

Hope that helps.

David

Many thanks David.
What Shaft length is your Torqeedo?

Regards

Steve

Hi Steve,

I went for the short shaft one which was about the same size as my old petrol o/b. When I bought the other electric trolling o/b I went for a longer shaft but really it was too long although it did the job.

Regards, David

Hi David,

That's the length I was looking at.
Many thanks for your help and advice.

Regards

Steve