108 Boating New Zealand
Furuno’s newest NAVPILOT-300
autopilot features a unique Gesture
Controller which allows you to steer and
control your boat remotely. Push and
hold the ‘Gesture’ button and then point
to your desired heading direction and
release. This will trigger the Autopilot to
immediately redirect the boat.
Using Bluetooth®, you can control the
autopilot from anywhere on the boat
within a 10m range – ideal for sports-
fishing and cruising.
A bright, water-resistant 4.1” colour
LCD (with day/night mode) and intuitive
multifunction buttons make the
NAVPILOT-300 a breeze to operate.
Various built-in features include sabiki^
mode (automatically maintains the
heading astern), fantum feedback (no
requirement for physical rudder feedback
unit), fishhunter mode (steers the vessel in
specific patterns when fishing) and Self-
Learning Adaptive Software which learns
sea conditions over time and calculates
the best adjustment for smooth steering.
The NAVPILOT-300 interfaces with all
Furuno NavNet TZ Series Multi-Function-
Displays via NMEA2000 network and
is compatible with a large variety of
outboard and inboard engines, as well as
Electronic Vessel Control systems such
as Volvo Penta IPS, Yamaha Helm Master,
Yanmar 8lv and Seastar Optimus.
FIND IT @
http://www.furuno.com http://www.enl.co.nz
LEADING THE WAY
Electric mobility solutions are gaining
widespread acceptance in the
automotive and other transportation
sectors, including the marine market.
Torqeedo’s new 48V battery, Power
48-5000 offers long service life and
an eight-year capacity warranty. It
provides a cost-effective lithium
battery supply for electric motors up
to 10kW and for all electrical loads
onboard. It also features excellent
energy density and safety.
Torqeedo‘s award-winning Deep
Blue 40hp and 80hp propulsion
system offers plug-in electric or
customisable hybrid solutions. The
new BMW i8 high-power battery has
the highest energy density available
in the marine market.
The new Ultralight 403 A models
offer an advanced mount, providing
quick and convenient mounting
options for fishing kayaks and
improved manoeuvrability.
The Cruise Pod propulsion system
delivers lightweight and economical
electric propulsion for sailboats up
to 20hp equivalent power. With the
new Cruise 10.0 FP Saildrive Mount it
has become even easier to retro-fit
lightweight electric propulsion using
the existing saildrive mounting points.
FIND IT @
http://www.torqeedo.com
SUSTAINABLE STUFF
Steyr’s new SEC 4-cylinder is the first^
time an enhanced common rail injection
system has been used with a monobloc
marine engine, a development that
boosts performance and efficiency,
reducing fuel emissions.
The advantages of the design include
compact dimensions, an excellent
power-to-weight ratio, a long service
life and operational reliability.
The new engine easily meets future
emissions regulations and can
be designed to meet customers’
individual requirements.
Steyr is offering four different basic
models of the SEC 4-cylinder engine
series, from 59 to 129 kW.
FIND IT @
http://www.steyr-motors.com
COMPACT MONOBLOC
Enjoy complete battery information
with Enerdrive’s new high-precision,
advanced monitor.
The ePRO Plus includes an intelligent
500A (continuous) shunt and remote-
control display unit. This advanced
battery monitor not only shows the true
state of charge of your battery system,
it also offers additional features to
optimally supervise the battery system
and help manage electrical equipment.
The ePRO PLUS will accommodate up
to three battery banks, from 12V to 48V,
and is compatible with both lead-based
and Lithium batteries (LiFePO4).
FIND IT @
http://www.advancetrident.co.nz
http://www.thelanding.org.nz P:09 520 3638 AH:027 291 0189
- Hardstand, haul out & storage
- Roodberg Boat Lift (max 38T/65ft)
- Multihull & Monohull
- Waterblasting & steam cleaning
- 30T travel lift
- Secure dinghy lockers & racks
- Blue Flag accredited
- On-site Security
- Marine services project
management - On-site contractors
- Salvage & after hours call outs
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