Quick Bow Thruster BTQ185 - Single Propeller

The superior quality of Quick thrusters is acknowledged by the best boatbuilders worldwide. Designed and manufactured in Quick Nautical Equipment premises, this Quick BTQ185 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 a single propeller. 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)

Product Features:

Electric DC motor, available in 12V or 24V options
Single propeller
Available in 3 motor power options:
- 3kW motor power, with 55Kgf for boats 8-11m (26-36ft) long
- 4kW motor power, with 75Kgf for boats 10-13m (33-43ft) long
- 6kW motor power, with 95Kgf 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.

SKU	Volt	Motor Power	Fuse Size	Thrust	Suits Boat Size	Weight	Height (A)
1290053	12V	3kW	250A	55kgf	8 - 11m	17.6kg	292mm
1290054	24V	3kW	150A	55kgf	8 - 11m	17.8kg	278 mm
1290057	12V	4kW	350A	75kgf	10 - 13m	17.9kg	329mm
1290058	24V	4kW	250A	75kgf	10 - 13m	20.5kg	280mm
1290061	12V	6kW	350A	95kgf	12 - 15m	27.5kg	410mm
1290062	24V	6kW	250A	95kgf	12 - 15m	25.1kg	374mm

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Thrusters come in different sizes, & require some accessories in order to operate (a tunnel, cable, fuse + holder & controller). These also come in different variations, & we want to ensure we are quoting on the correct items for your boat.

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Please note that in order for the thruster to operate, you must also purchase the following items separately (see related products):

Single Station

A thruster control cable extension lead (6m, 12m, 18m or 24m)
A thruster fuse
- 3kW motor power in 12V requires a 250A fuse
- 3kW motor power in 24V requires a 150A fuse
- 4kW motor power in 12V requires a 350A fuse
- 4kW motor power in 24V requires a 250A fuse
- 6kW motor power in 12V requires a 350A fuse
- 6kW motor power in 24V requires a 250A 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:

What if my boat is smaller than 8m (26ft) or longer than 15m (49ft)?

If you boat is smaller than 8m (26ft) you will need a smaller thruster, either the Quick BTQ110 Thruster Complete Kit, the Quick BTQ125 Thruster Complete Kit or the Quick BTQ140 Thruster.

If your boat is longer than 15m (31ft) than you will need a larger thruster such as the Quick BTQ185 with Double Propellers for 8m-15m Boats, the Quick BTQ250 with Double Propellers for 13m-21m Boats or the Quick BTQ300 with Double Propellers for 20m-26m Boats.

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BTQ Series installation manual