Wolong ePod 1.5 electric pod drive 1.5 kW including remote control

At Marinaut, it does come complete with a remote control.

The Wolong 1.5 POD and the ePropulsion Pod Drive 1.0 Evo are both popular electric pod motors for smaller boats and sailboats. Although they fall into the same category, there are clear differences in power, design, and technology.

Below are the main product advantages of the Wolong Pod 1.5 compared to the ePropulsion Pod 1.0:

1. Higher power and thrust

The most direct advantage is the extra power. Where the ePropulsion 1.0 has a power output of 1 kW (comparable to 3 hp), the Wolong 1.5 offers a power output of 1.5 kW (comparable to 4 hp).

• Speed: Due to the 50% higher wattage, you can more easily reach your boat's hull speed with the Wolong, even in headwinds or currents.

• Traction: The Wolong is more powerful when maneuvering and accelerating.

2. Advanced motor technology (PMSM & FOC)

The Wolong 1.5 uses a Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) combined with Field-Oriented Control (FOC).

• Efficiency: This technique provides very smooth control and high torque, even at low RPMs.

  • Response speed: The motor reacts very directly to the throttle, which is useful in tight harbors.

    Advantages of FOC (Field-Oriented Control)

    FOC, also known as vector control, is the "brain" of the motor that ensures extremely precise control. The main advantages are:

    • Superior performance: FOC ensures highly efficient operation of the motor, resulting in a longer range with the same battery capacity.

    • Smooth sailing experience: The motor runs vibration-free and silently across the entire speed range. You won't experience jerking when accelerating or braking.

    • Maximum torque at standstill: A unique advantage is that the motor can deliver its full tractive effort (torque) directly from a standstill. This is essential for safe maneuvering in the harbor.

    • Fast response time: The motor reacts immediately to the throttle, providing dynamic and safe control over the boat.

    • Compact and economical: Due to the high efficiency, the motor can be built smaller and lighter without sacrificing power, while power consumption remains lower.
      

3. Higher RPM

The Wolong 1.5 runs at a rated speed of 1,800 rpm, while the ePropulsion 1.0 is around 1,200 rpm. This higher RPM often makes the Wolong more suitable for lighter, faster boats or situations where a smaller propeller with a higher rotation speed is more efficient.

4. Compact and lightweight construction

Although both motors are lightweight, the Wolong motor unit itself (excluding cables/accessories) often weighs slightly less or is designed more compactly in relation to the power delivered. The Wolong weighs approximately 8 kg (including housing), which is very light for a 4 hp equivalent.

• Space-saving
• Silent and vibration-free
• Maintenance-free
• Easy to install
• Comparable to a 3 hp (propulsion power) to 5 hp (thrust) fuel motor.
• The pod motor is suitable for bringing boats up to 1,350 kilograms to cruising speed and boats up to 450 kilograms to hull speed. Is your (sail)boat heavier? Take a look at the Pod Drive 3.0 from ePropulsion or Pod Drive 6.0, or mount 2 pods.
• With 2 pods and the Dual remote control, you can also steer by having the pods propel at different speeds or in opposite directions.
• The pod motor is mounted under the boat. The motor can only go forward or backward, so you steer using your rudder.
  
  
• As a steerable pod motor, for example, by mounting it in the rudder blade.
• ePod drives are direct-drive and maintenance-free electric motors for sailboats and small craft. They are space-saving and maximize your cabin space.
• Amazingly quiet: You won't hear any noise on board.
• Optimal performance: The pod system ensures optimal sailing characteristics, based on thorough development to minimize water resistance.
• Maintenance: Low-maintenance. Spend much less time on maintenance or winterizing. Spend less time on your motor and more time enjoying the water.
  
• Battery: e.g., ePropulsion E80 battery 4 kWh

Specifications

• Benefits of electric boating
• How fast can I sail?
• How much motor and battery power do I need?
• How long and how far can I sail?
• How much money will I save?
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  and calculate it for your own boat.
• Trade-in is possible