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All MotorGuide Freshwater Bow Motors are backed by a 2-year Limited Warranty.  A 3-year Limited Warranty is standard on Digital models.

From the back coves to the big water, our Freshwater Bow Mount series has you covered for the long haul with renowned MotorGuide durability in a wide range of offerings to fit your boat and fishing style. We took this series’ proven performance to the next level with the Digital Advantage. All variable-speed models now feature the Digital Guardian speed control.

FW 82 HB Digital.  A favorate of Bill Dance, the FW82 HB Digital hand-operated bow mount is simple to operate and features a rock-solid 21 Gator Spring Mount and extended twister-tiller handle.
 
Specifications
 

 

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Model #

Peak Thrust


Volts


Speed


       Control

  
 

Hand-Control

 

 

 

 

FW54 HB

54

12

5/2

Hand / Twist

FW71 HB

71

24

5/2 

Hand / Twist

FW82 HB Digital

82

24

Var/Rev

Hand / Ext. Twist-Tiller
   

FW109 HB Digital

105

36

Var/Rev

Hand / Ext. Twist-Tiller

         
         
 
 
 
 Features:
  • From 54 to 105 pounds of thrust with 12, 24 and 36-volt power options.
  • All MotorGuide FW Bow-Mount Hand-controls are offered 50" shaft lengths.
  • Variable speed models feature Digital Guardian speed control.  Completely sealed, it is protected from heat, moisture, corrosion and shock, greatly improving durability.
  • Improved efficiency results in extended battery life and more time on the water (variable speed models).
  • Compact, lightweight lower units. 
  • MicroSwitch designed to withstand the demands of harsh, wet tournament conditions.
  • Quiet, smooth operation lets you get closer to the fish.
  • Go shallower, faster and quieter with our all-new tapered hub, 3-blade weed-free Machete III prop, designed by Mercury Propellers.
  • The FW82 and FW109 Hand-bow are offered with extending handles built into the head of the motor.
 
Applications
The Freshwater Series Hand-control Trolling Motors come in 12, 24 and 36-volt models with 5-speed and Digital variable speed power systems.  MotorGuide hand control models are very simple straight forward and designed for long lasting durability and performance.  Thrust ratings for the Freshwater Hand-control models include 54, 71, 82 and 105 lbs. of thrust.

The FW54 and 71 come with a innovative new Gator Flex 360 Mounting System that uses a high impact rubber that has been designed to flex in all directions to protect the motor lower unit and shaft your from underwater obstructions.  This new system has been refined over the last two years and continues to be MotorGuide’s #1 selling Foot-control Series.  The Gator Flex 360 mount is made out of proprietary XK360 aluminum invented by Mercury Marine for an incredible strength to weigh ratio.  This good looking mount is perfect match for any lightweight aluminum rig made for shallow water fishing.  One-hand stow/deploy operation is very easy and makes this mount and motor simple to use and learn.

The Freshwater 54 and 71 are offered in 5-speed and are known of long lasting durability and value.  A 5-speed motor is typically about $100 less than the same model with digital variable speed.  You give up two things with a 5-speed motor, fewer speed selections and less battery time on the water.  You get a strong savings and a simple proven design.  

The Freshwater 82 and 109 are offered with Digital Variable Speed.  The Digital variable speed module called Digital Guardian monitors your motor's amp draw, heat dissipation, output and other vital parameters.  The result is a motor that self-regulates - a cooler running motor with an extended service life. It is a self-contained, sealed module in the lower unit that brings all vital motor components together in one protected location, eliminating outdated analog circuit boards and related componentry found in many variable speed motors on the market. 

You’ll find, the Digital lower units provide plenty of thrust and Pulse Width Modulation (PWM variable speed circuit) that is managed by the Digital processor in the lower unit maximizes your time on the water and will help extend your trolling time by 3X over a traditional 5-speed motor.

HAND CONTROL - TWIST TILLER
Mfg # Model Column Thrust Volts Mount Fwd Rev Spd Online Marine Price Buy
921410010 FW54 HB 50" SS 54# 12 Gator Flex 360 5/2 $%%SoftCart.product(921410010).price%% Buy
921410020 FW71 HB 50" SS 71# 24 Gator Flex 360 5/2 $%%SoftCart.product(921410020).price%% Buy
923410010 FW82 HB Digital 50" SS