A motor/propeller/rudder assembly that simply replaces the existing rudder blade
on many designs of kayak. For use with rudderless craft, add-on rudder kits are available
from third-party suppliers and Stealthdrive UK are actively developing a range of
versatile mounts to attach the motor assembly to other kayak designs. A small handset
with daylight-visible LED display and tactile buttons, which may be attached to the
kayak or held in the hand. The handset is fully waterproof and will float if dropped
overboard, from where it can be retrieved by means of its cable. A fully-waterproof
'main unit' which contains the control electronics. This connects to the battery,
motor and handset and may be located anywhere convenient in the hull, usually adjacent
to the battery. The handset can be unplugged from the main unit. A 12-volt rechargeable
battery, normally a sealed lead-acid ('AGM' or 'GEL') type. Suitable batteries and
charger may be obtained directly from Stealthdrive UK or from many other sources.
The capacity of the battery chosen depends on your requirements for range and endurance.
