Newport NV-Series 62 lb (36" Shaft) Review
A 62 lb, 12 V fresh and saltwater transom motor with a 36-inch shaft and a 58 A maximum draw, the most thrust Newport offers on a single 12 V battery.
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 NV-Series 62 lb is the pick for a heavier jon boat or small aluminum boat that needs more push than a 55 lb motor but should stay on one 12 V battery, in fresh or salt water. For a light boat with a low transom, the 55 lb NV-Series with its 30 in shaft is enough.
Pros and cons
Pros
- 62 lb of thrust on 12 V, more than any other 12 V motor we review
- 36 in shaft for higher transoms, where the 55 lb NV-Series has 30 in
- Same 23 lb as the 55 lb NV-Series, by Newport's figures
- Rated for fresh and saltwater, with a 60 A circuit breaker in the box
Cons
- 58 A at full power drains a battery faster than the 55 lb model's 52 A
- Fixed speed steps rather than variable speed
- A 2-year warranty, with no lifetime shaft guarantee like Minn Kota's
Specifications
| Thrust | 62 lb |
|---|---|
| Voltage | 12 V |
| Shaft length | 36 in |
| Mount | Transom |
| Speed control | 5 forward, 3 reverse |
| Steering | 6 in telescoping tiller handle |
| Battery meter | 5-point LED |
| Water type | Freshwater and saltwater |
| Max amp draw | 58 A (60 A circuit breaker included) |
| Weight | 23 lb |
| Warranty | 2-year limited |
Who it is for
Anglers with a heavier jon boat or small aluminum boat, a full load of gear or regular wind and tide, who want the most thrust they can get without moving to a 24 V system.
What stands out
Newport says models up to 62 lb run on a single 12 V deep cycle battery; the 86 lb NV-Series needs 24 V. The 62 lb model has a 36 in fiberglass shaft, a maximum draw of 58 A and roughly 0.93 hp equivalent, and Newport lists it at 23 lb, the same as the 55 lb version. It has five forward and three reverse speeds, a 6 in telescoping tiller, a 5-point LED battery meter and Newport's large three-blade propeller, and the box includes a 60 A circuit breaker. By Newport's rule of 5 lb of thrust per 200 lb of loaded boat, 62 lb covers about 2,480 lb.
Where it falls short
More thrust means more current: at full power it draws 58 A, so a larger battery pays off. Speed is set in fixed steps, and the warranty is 2 years.
Comparing it with the smaller model? Read Newport NV-Series 62 lb vs 55 lb.
What we could not confirm
Newport publishes weight and maximum amp draw for the whole NV-Series in one table, in thrust order (36, 46, 55, 62 and 86 lb); we matched the 62 lb figures by that order. Check that the listing shows 62 lb and a 36 in shaft.
Frequently asked questions
- Does the Newport NV-Series 62 lb run on 12 V?
- Yes. Newport says the NV-Series models up to 62 lb run on one 12 V deep cycle battery; only the 86 lb model needs 24 V.
- What boat weight is a 62 lb trolling motor for?
- By Newport's rule of 5 lb of thrust per 200 lb, about 2,480 lb fully loaded, including people, battery and gear.
- Is the 62 lb NV-Series heavier than the 55 lb?
- No. Newport lists both at 23 lb. The 62 lb model has a longer 36 in shaft and draws up to 58 A instead of 52 A.
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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