Motocraft presents Torqeedo’s electric outboard engine Travel 1103 CS, the newest addition to the globally successful Travel series.

 

Featuring a brand-new, direct-drive motor design, it comes with the high-capacity 915 Wh battery – a range-extending 73% increase in capacity compared to the base model. The 1103 C also delivers 10% more power from 1,000 to 1,100 W, a stronger aluminum pylon for increased protection from impact damage and an upgraded transom mount.

The Travel 1103 CS has an integrated lithium battery, which has solar charging capabilities even during trips, and is the perfect alternative for small petrol outboard engines. Furthermore, the Travel 1103 CS is silent, lightweight and environmentally friendly as it does not emit oil or petrol.

It has an on-board computer with GPS-based calculation of remaining range, where an audible alarm goes off when the charge is low, and it can be easily dismantled for transport and can be stored easily without taking up a lot of space.

Torqeedo's Travel 1103 CS will be available in Greece in May 2019.

 

Specifications

Input power in watts	1100
Propulsive power in watts	520
Comparable petrol outboards (propulsive power)	3 HP
Comparable petrol outboards (thrust)	4 HP
Maximum overall efficiency	49%
Static thrust	70 lbs
Integrated battery	915 Wh Li-Ion
Nominal voltage	29.6
Final charging voltage	33.6
Total weight in kg	17.3(S) / 17.7 (L)
Motor weight without battery in kg	11.3(S) / 11.7(L)
Weight of integrated battery	6
Shaft length in cm	62.5(S) / 75(L)
Standard propeller	v10/p1100
Alternative propeller options	v10/p1100 weedless
Maximum propeller speed in rpm	1,450
Control	Tiller
Steering	+/-60° lockable

One year has passed since MOTOCRAFT SA has installed new world-class CUMMINS propulsion engines for the Piraeus Pilot Station vessels.

 

 

In addition to the engine supply and installation, MOTOCRAFT SA also performed general upgrade of the engine room and peripheral systems as well as provided training for the staff of the Pilot Station.

CUMMINS, INC has 100 years of tradition in engine design/manufacturing and is a global leader in product quality and innovation. CUMMINS, INC is also a main supplier to government agencies and law enforcement worldwide where uninterrupted power and dependability are priorities.

 

Due to the contemporary engine design combined with high performance, reliability and low fuel consumption, the Pilot boats can operate continuously and carry out their demanding duty for thousands of hours each year.

 

MOTOCRAFT SA, with its long tradition of collaboration with government agencies and armed forces, salutes the Pilot Authority which is the first organization to welcome over 14.000 ships in the national port of Piraeus annually, providing a service of high national importance.

The PICO screen is the perfect solution for checking the condition of batteries, tanks and a variety of devices on any type of boat.

 

PICO is SIMARINE’s advanced battery monitor and the Real-Time Battery Health™ Algorithm for precise battery health measurements. It sets new standards for marine battery monitors in fields of design, functionality, connectivity and ease of use.

PICO’s display unit is made of a sleek anodized aluminum casing and a thick Gorilla® Glass with Anti-Reflective coating protecting the optically bonded high-contrast 3.5 inch IPS LCD display. It’s water and dust proof and can be mounted both indoors and outdoors. The screen brightness is automatically adjusted with a light sensor. The device is operated by four water tolerant CapSense® touch buttons and the barograph function is included.

Free SIMARINE Android and iOS Apps are available to connect your PICO to your smartphone via Wi-Fi. The Apps allow you to monitor all battery and tank data, upload history, edit and restore settings and even upgrade the firmware with new features.

2018 has been one of the most creative and successful years for Motocraft, and it was mainly due to the great effort, teamwork and work ethic put in by the people of the company, driven to achieve both annual and overall goals of Motocraft.  

 

Digital Presence 

In order to enhance its digital presence, Motocraft re-designed its website with its main goal being to provide a more efficient service to their customers and partners.

The new website currently operates as an e-shop, and it contains a great quantity of products which are comprised of detailed technical descriptions, so that the website visitors have all the necessary information and place their order with ease.

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Events

This year Motocraft participated in the international shipping event of Posidonia, which takes place every 2 years at Metropolitan Expo Exhibition Center, and had the opportunity to promote the products it represents to the both Greek and International shipping audience.

The company also took part in the Athens Boat Show of 2018, which was organized at the Olympic Fencing Center and had  an increased number of visitors compared to previous years. Motocraft’s stand was able to attract professionals, boat owners, and visitors from abroad who showed great interest in the products showcased at the event.

 

From everyone at Motocraft, we would like to thank you for your cooperation and trust shown towards us. We wish you Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

 

 

 

Cimco Marine announced its collaboration with BMW to develop an outboard diesel with the 3.0L BMW TwinPower Turbo Inline-6-Cylinder Diesel engine.

 

 

BMW's 3.0L diesel engine will be the basis for the new outboard engines that will be available in 225hp, 250hp, 275hp, and 300hp.

After years of development and testing of parts separately and in controlled DYNO environment, the OXE 300 has now (November 2018) been tested on water for the first time. We are proud to announce that we are ahead of schedule regarding testing and that so far all testing has been successful. 

From now on the prototype series will undergo an extensive test programme to ensure that the product delivers on our customers expectations, as previously been communicated the goal is to launch the OXE 300 in 2020.

"I am delighted to announce this cooperation with one of the leading automobile engine manufacturers in the world. With BMW as a partner, we secure Cimco’s future needs for a clean, efficient and reliable high-performance engine for our extended portfolio of OXE Diesel outboards", says Andreas Blomdahl, CEO of Cimco Marine.