Quick BTQ185 Bow or Stern Thruster with Electric DC Motor & Double Propellers for 8m-15m Boats

The superior quality of Quick thrusters is acknowledged by the best boatbuilders worldwide. Designed and manufactured in Quick Nautical Equipment premises, this Quick BTQ185 DP thruster boasts the 'Made-in-Italy' prestige in every component.

 

It can be installed on either bow or stern, and has an electric DC motor with double propellers. Available in 12V or 24V, and three different motor power options, all of which require a tunnel diameter of 185mm (7.3 inches). 

 

Supplied with:

 

Thruster

Drilling template

Gasket

O-ring (for assembly)

Installation & use manual

Conditions of warranty (3 year warranty from date of sale)

Features:

 

Electric DC motor, available in 12V or 24V options

Double propellers

Available in 3 motor power options:

3.3kW motor power, with 65Kgf for boats 8-11m (26-36ft) long

4.3kW motor power, with 85Kgf for boats 10-13m (33-43ft) long

6.3kW motor power, with 105Kgf for boats 12-15m (39-49ft) long

Required tunnel diameter: 185mm (7.3 inches)

Choice of controller (sold separately - see related products)

Can be installed on either bow or stern, with the use of bow tunnels or stern tunnels (sold separately)

Tunnel thrusters are the most common type of thrusters. The tunnel is installed through either the bow or the stern, and below the waterline. The tunnel protects the propulsion unit and concentrates the propeller’s thrust. All Quick thrusters can be installed both on both bow and stern thanks to the suitable tunnels which allow the two different installations.

 

Better performances, lower absorption

 

The 4-blade propellers guarantee maximum thrust performance and reduction in current absorption. They are made of composite materials, resistant in every condition. The counter-rotating system offers better thrust performances. The two propellers have each been designed to suit left side and right side, to guarantee the same upper performances in both directions.

 

The gearbox has been designed so that the behaviour of the propeller is unaffected in either direction. The bronze propeller gear leg is provided with a hydrodynamic profile that minimizes turbulence.  

 

Maintenance is not required since the special highly-resistant components guarantee a perfect lubrication seal for life. The anodic aluminium protection is easily replaceable. In case of total corrosion of the anode, the propeller doesn’t get lost because it’s fixed directly to the pod, independently from the anode. 

 

The elastic joint that optimizes the alignment between motor and gearbox is an exclusive Quick design. This acts as an even-tension device, preserving the operating system from impulses from the bow thruster, with above-average results. 

 

JPW SKU Volt Motor Power Fuse Size Thrust Boat Size Weight Height (A)

QFGBT18065120A00 12V 3.3kW 275A 65kgf 8-11m 17.6kg 292mm

QFGBT18065240A00 24V 3.3kW 175A 65kgf 8-11m 17.8kg 278mm

QFGBT18085120A00 12V 4.3kW 400A 85kgf 10-13m 17.9kg 329mm

QFGBT18085240A00 24V 4.3kW 275A 85kgf 10-13m 20.5kg 280mm

QFGBT18105120T00 12V 6.3kW 400A 105kgf 12-15m 27.5kg 410mm

QFGBT18105240T00 24V 6.3kW 275A 105kgf 12-15m 25.1kg 374mm

 

 

Please note that in order for the thruster to operate, you must also purchase separately:

 

Single Station

 

A thruster control cable extension lead (6m, 12m, 18m or 24m)

A thruster fuse

A thruster fuse-holder

A bow thruster tunnel or stern thruster tunnel (unless your vessel already has one installed)

Please also select one of these fixed thruster control options (also purchased separately):

TCD 2022 Push Button Thruster Controller

TCD 2042 Single Joystick Thruster Controller

Dual-Station (e.g. a vessel with a flybridge)

 

All items for a single station, with the addition of:

 

A second thruster controller or TCD 2044 Double Joystick Thruster Controller

A splitter for the 2 thruster controllers

A second thruster control cable extension lead (6m, 12m, 18m or 24m)

If you have a large vessel and need to walk around it to get a better view of the dock whilst mooring, you may also wish to purchase a hand-held remote control in addition to the main, fixed thruster control:

 

Hand-held Radio Remote Control for Anchor Winches & Thrusters

Pocket Transmitter Remote Control for Anchor Winches & Thrusters