Newport L-Series 62 lb Long Shaft (40" Shaft) Review
A 62 lb, 12 V fresh and saltwater transom motor with a 40-inch shaft for sailboats and high transoms, at 23 lb.
By Outdoor Spec Desk Editorial· Updated
This page was drafted with AI assistance from manufacturers' specs and manuals, and is checked by our editor.
Our verdict
The Newport to buy for a sailboat, a high transom or a boat that pitches in waves, where a 36 in shaft lifts the prop out of the water. On a jon boat or small aluminum boat, the 36 in NV-Series 62 lb is the better fit.
Pros and cons
Pros
- 40 in shaft, 4 in longer than the NV-Series 62 lb
- 62 lb of thrust on one 12 V battery
- Rated for fresh and saltwater
- 23 lb, the same as the 36 in NV-Series 62 lb
Cons
- Fixed speed steps rather than variable speed
- A 40 in shaft is longer than most jon boats and kayaks need
- 2-year warranty, with no lifetime shaft guarantee like Minn Kota's
Specifications
| Thrust | 62 lb |
|---|---|
| Voltage | 12 V |
| Shaft length | 40 in |
| Mount | Transom |
| Speed control | 5 forward, 3 reverse |
| Steering | 6 in telescoping tiller handle |
| Battery meter | Built-in battery indicator |
| Water type | Freshwater and saltwater |
| Max amp draw | 50 A on Newport's L-Series table (60 A circuit breaker) |
| Weight | 23 lb |
| Warranty | 2-year limited |
Who it is for
Small sailboat owners and anyone with a high transom, rough water or a heavy load that sits the stern low. Newport's L-Series puts the same 62 lb, 12 V motor as the NV-Series 62 lb on a 40 in fiberglass shaft, with five forward and three reverse speeds, a 6 in telescoping tiller, a large three-blade prop and a 60 A circuit breaker.
What stands out
The extra 4 in of shaft keeps the propeller under the surface where a 36 in shaft can come up. By Newport's rule of 5 lb of thrust per 200 lb of loaded boat, 62 lb covers about 2,480 lb. Compare it in L-Series vs NV-Series 62 lb.
Where it falls short
Speed is set in fixed steps, the warranty is 2 years, and on a low jon boat transom the longer shaft is more than you need. See our trolling motor sizing guide for shaft length.
What we could not confirm
Newport's L-Series table lists a 50 A maximum draw, while its NV-Series table lists 58 A for the 62 lb motor; we show each table's figure. The same page mentions both a digital battery display and a 5-point LED meter.
Frequently asked questions
- How long is the Newport L-Series shaft?
- 40 inches, by Newport, against 36 in on the NV-Series 62 lb.
- Does the L-Series 62 lb run on 12 V?
- Yes. Newport lists 12 V for the 62 lb model; the 86 lb L-Series needs 24 V.
- Is the L-Series good for saltwater?
- Newport rates it for fresh and saltwater use.
Sources
The specifications and claims on this page come from these manufacturer documents. Figures are the manufacturers' own unless the text says otherwise.
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VS comparison
Newport L-Series 62 lb Long Shaft (40" Shaft) vs Newport NV-Series 62 lb (36" Shaft)
Both are 62 lb, 12 V Newport transom motors rated for fresh and saltwater, at 23 lb. The difference is the shaft: 40 in on the L-Series, 36 in on the NV-Series.
Updated October 28, 2026
How-to guide
How to Choose the Right Trolling Motor Size for Your Boat
Work out thrust from your loaded boat weight, pick the voltage that thrust needs, and measure for shaft length, using the makers' own rules.
Updated October 28, 2026