Entry-level class – Outboard 8.0 – Tiller
Input power: 8 kW
Status:
available
€11,679.00
incl. 19% VAT
, excl.
The entry-level class – Outboard 8.0 – Tiller is a powerful, quiet 48 V electric outboard motor with 8 kW power, approximately 28 kg weight, and 120 kg static thrust – perfect for medium-sized boats. Efficient, low-maintenance, emission-free.
Product configurator
outboard
1 x Rim Drive 8.0 - Rudder
available
8 kW
€11,679.00
Selected
Motor
1 x 48V 100Ah Bluetooth
available
5.12 kWh
€1,199.00
Selected
1 x 48V 100Ah Bluetooth
available
5,12 kWh
€1,299.00
1 x Ultimatron 48 V 100 Ah Bluetooth
available
5,12 kWh
€1,699.00
1 x Ultimatron 48 V 150 Ah Bluetooth
available
7,68 kWh
€2,299.00
2 x Lithimo battery case 6 kWh 48V
available
6 kWh
€6,798.00
Battery
1 x 48V 10A LiFePO4 charger
available
600 W
€159.00
Selected
1 x 48V 18A charger 900W
available
900 W
€229.00
1 x 48V 25A LiFePO4 charger
available
1.350 W
€279.00
1 x 48V 30A LiFePO4 charger
available
2.000 W
€399.00
1 x Victron MultiPlus-II 48/3000/35-32 230V
available
2.400 W
€629.00
1 x Victron MultiPlus-II 48/5000/70-50 230V
available
4.000 W
€899.00
1 x 48V 50A LiFePO4 charger
available
2.920 W
€799.00
Accessories
1 x Rim Drive Display
available
€452.00
Selected
1 x Rim Drive Control Display 5.0″
available
€1,179.00
1 x Rim Drive Control Display 7.0″
available
€1,539.00
1 x Rim Drive Control Display 9.0″
available
€2,049.00
1 x Rim Drive safety kit outboard
available
€417.00
Selected
Battery monitor touchscreen
available
€75.00
Optional
ECTIVE BM X Battery Monitor
available
€169.00
Optional
Battery Monitor BMV-700
available
€115.00
Optional
1 x Rim Drive outboard cable set 8-15 kW
available
€417.00
Selected
1 x Rim Drive CAN Converter Display
available
€499.00
Selected
Charger
Main switch 48V 275A
available
€49.00
Optional
Main switch 48V 600A
available
€69.00
Optional
Summary
1 x Rim Drive 8.0 - Rudder
€11,679.00
1 x Rim Drive safety kit outboard
€417.00
1 x 48V 100Ah Bluetooth
€1,199.00
1 x 48V 10A LiFePO4 charger
€159.00
1 x Rim Drive outboard cable set 8-15 kW
€417.00
1 x Rim Drive Display
€452.00
1 x Rim Drive CAN Converter Display
€499.00
Total price
€14,822.00
Properties Rim Drive 8.0 - Rudder
Input power
8 kW
peak performance
8 kW
propulsion power
8 kW
thrust
264 lbs
Voltage
48 V
integrated battery
No
Noise level
almost silent
rotations per minute
1300 rpm
weight
34 kg
display
yes
control
tiller
saltwater resistant
yes
tilting mechanism
yes
trimming mechanism
yes
tiltable tiller
Yes
Warranty
2 Years
Rim Drive 11 R Safety
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All materials are saltwater-resistant, and the anode is usually located below the motor.
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Fishing lines and plants can do little harm to the engines.
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If a single propeller blade is damaged, it can easily be replaced by yourself.
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The first motors with Rim Drive technology have been in use since 1929
Comfort of outboard
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Low weight and slim dimensions. (also makes installation easier)
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Stepless speed control ensures efficient operation and easy maneuverability.
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Optional accessories: Functional display with integrated communication, shore power set
Comparison of outboard motors from 6 kW
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Rim Drive 8.0 - Rudder | BLADE HALO 10.0 | ePropulsion Navy 6.0 EVO | Torqeedo Cruise 6.0 R | Mercury Avator 35e | Haswing Armada 10.0 | Mitek 9.9 | Elco EP-14 | Elco EP-20 outboard motor | Aquamot Trend 8.0 | Hy.G 6 kW | |
| Price | €11,679.00 | €2,799.00 | €3,499.00 | €4,749.00 | €4,699.00 | €2,699.00 | €5,369.00 | €5,799.00 | €6,379.00 | €6,699.00 | €8,899.00 |
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| Shipping | from July 2026 | 2-3 business days | 3-4 business days | 1-2 weeks | 3-4 business days | 2-3 weeks | 3-5 business days | 3-5 business days | 3-6 weeks | 3-4 weeks | |
| Input power | 8 kW | 6 kW | 6 kW | 6 kW | 4.4 kW | 6 kW | 7.2 kW | 6.2 kW | 8.4 kW | 8 kW | 7 kW |
| Voltage | 48 V | 48 V | 48 V | 48 V | 48 V | 48 V | 48 V | 48 V | 48 V | 48 V | 48 V |
| weight | 34 kg | 24 kg | 29 kg | 21 kg | 21.3 kg | 27.7 kg | 28 kg | 38.5 kg | 38.5 kg | 52.2 kg | 19 kg |
Specifications
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Rated current: 207A
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Nominal voltage: 48 V
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Weight: 34.5 kg
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Propeller diameter: 168 mm
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Outer diameter: 293 mm
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Motor length: 163 mm
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Total length: 1056 mm
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Static thrust: 120kgf
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Motor controller included: Yes
Order information
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Product number: 300004932
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Warranty terms: two years for non-commercial use and one year for commercial use
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Delivery terms: ex works
Do you need a boating license for the Rim Drive 8.0 - Rudder?
Country | Performance | Rim Drive 8.0 - Rudder |
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Germany 🇩🇪 |
up to 7.5 kW |
🚫 only with a license |
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Austria 🇦🇹 |
up to 4.3 kW |
🚫 only with a license |
The manufacturer
The Dutch company Rim Drive Technology offers electric boat motors with power outputs ranging from 0.5 kW to 50 kW. The existing products are continuously being developed further and new variants are regularly added.
All components are designed and developed in the Netherlands. RDT is committed to promoting electric propulsion and offsets all CO2 emissions. Overall, RDT has been developing the motors since 2018.
The prices of the motors are clearly in the premium segment, but especially in the higher power range, there are few alternatives to this manufacturer!
2D drawing – EL outboard 8.0 – tiller
3D drawing – EL outboard 8.0 – tiller
User manual outboard motor
Manufacturer information:
Rim Drive Technology BV Wanraaij 4, 6673 DN, Andelst The Netherlands contact@rimdrivetechnology.nl
How does the order process work?
Simply click on "Add to cart". In the next step, enter your personal data and choose your preferred payment method.
As a specialist dealer, we will check your order and send you an order confirmation and invoice. After receipt of payment, we will send the desired items directly to the desired delivery address.
Within Germany, the delivery time is 3-4 working days. Of course, you will also receive a tracking link for your order.
Afterwards, we are always available personally for questions about assembly. Of course, we also provide instructions, tips and soon also explanatory videos.
For all products in our range, we offer a 2-year warranty - for some products even more.
In case of complaints, we are your contact person, we help you to ensure that everything runs smoothly. You can always reach us by email or phone. We also provide support for possible spare parts at any time. Your boat is our drive.
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