Garmin expands Force Kraken trolling motor series to accommodate a broader range of boat sizes

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Garmin (NYSE: GRMN) has announced an expansion of its Force Kraken trolling motor series with a new 48-inch shaft length. This addition caters to smaller boats such as pontoons, flats boats, and microskiffs. The motor features a high-efficiency brushless motor with up to 100 pounds of thrust, longer run times, and wireless integration with Garmin chartplotters and smartwatches. Kraken models offer advanced precision, including anchor lock and built-in sonar integration. The 48-inch models are available in black and white, priced at $3599.99 and $3799.99 respectively, with other shaft lengths and configurations also available.

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• Introduction of a 48-inch shaft length in the Force Kraken series to cater to smaller boats.
• High-efficiency brushless motor providing up to 100 pounds of thrust.
• Longer run times compared to brushed motors.
• Wireless integration with Garmin chartplotters and smartwatches for advanced control.
• Built-in sonar integration in select Kraken models.
• Enhanced positioning with multi-band GPS and AHRS.
• Robust design with advanced corrosion and saltwater protection.
• Availability in multiple lengths and colors to suit various needs.

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New 48-inch shaft length now available  

OLATHE, Kan., July 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Garmin (NYSE: GRMN), the world's most innovative and recognized marine electronics manufacturer, today announced its Force^® Kraken trolling motor series is now available with a 48-inch shaft length to accommodate smaller boat sizes, including pontoons, flats boats, microskiffs and more. Kraken is engineered with a pivot-style mount for easy installation on boats where bow space is limited and offers anglers cutting-edge features, advanced precision and seamless integration – and there is no other motor on the market more powerful¹.  

"The addition of another shaft length option to our award-winning Force trolling motor series reinforces our commitment to provide best-in-class trolling motors to all our customers. From bass boats to bay boats, center consoles to multispecies fishing boats, Force remains at the forefront of power and efficiency, and we're pleased to expand our Kraken series with an additional 48-inch size that's perfect for boats with a smaller freeboard." –Dan Bartel, Garmin vice president of global consumer sales

What anglers love about Kraken:

• Kraken's brushless motor uses a high-efficiency propeller to produce 100 pounds of thrust on a 36-volt system or 80 pounds on a 24-volt system that's measured per an ISO (International Organization for Standardization) static thrust measurement standard. With longer run times than brushed motors, it can be counted on all day so there's more time to focus on fishing, not running out of battery.
• Wireless integration with Garmin chartplotters and smartwatches allows anglers to create routes, patterns and tracks for the trolling motor to follow while they fish.
• Easily install live sonar thanks to Kraken's LiveScope™ cable management system that lets anglers conveniently route the transducer cable inside the trolling motor shaft. With the Kraken LiveScope Mounting Bracket (additional purchase required), any LiveScope transducer can be installed and operated in all three modes—forward, down and perspective.
• Select Kraken models include built-in sonar integration with a GT56UHD all-in-one transducer that delivers Ultra High-Definition ClearVü and SideVü scanning sonar along with CHIRP traditional sonar for brilliant image clarity of structure and fish below and to the sides of the boat.
• Stay on the fish with Kraken's anchor lock that features Garmin's most precise boat positioning technology with multi-band GPS signal reception and integrated AHRS (attitude and heading reference system) to help keep the boat in one place.
• Navigate from anywhere in the boat with the included wireless remote that gives anglers control of the Kraken trolling motor with precise virtual anchor lock, autopilot functionality, heading hold and point-and-go gesture steering—plus it floats. A compatible Garmin smartwatch, like the award-winning quatix^® 7 series, can also be connected to Kraken to control steering, anchor lock and more, right from the wrist.

Robust and reliable design backed by award-winning support

Led by decades of marine industry expertise and innovation, Kraken is engineered for harsh marine environments and built to withstand the rigors of extreme fishing conditions. The propeller is designed with a thinner leading edge to reduce resistance and maximize thrust, while the trailing edge is engineered to decrease aeration of the water that can cause cavitation and interfere with thrust. Rugged and durable, the sturdy composite shaft and all components have advanced corrosion and saltwater protection. It's backed by a 3-year limited warranty and a lifetime limited warranty on the shaft, along with support through an ever-increasing servicing dealer network.

Available now, the 48-inch Kraken is offered in both black and white with suggested retail prices of $3599.99 and $3799.99, respectively. Other Kraken models include a 63-, 75- and 90-inch shaft length in white, and 63- and 75-inch lengths in black. All black Kraken models are sold with a GT56UHD transducer. For more information, visit our website to experience the power of the Kraken trolling motor.

Engineered on the inside for life on the outside, Garmin products have revolutionized life for anglers, sailors, mariners and boat enthusiasts everywhere. Committed to developing the most innovative, highest quality, and easiest to use marine electronics the industry has ever known, Garmin believes every day is an opportunity to innovate and a chance to beat yesterday. For the ninth consecutive year, Garmin was named the Manufacturer of the Year by the National Marine Electronics Association (NMEA). Other Garmin marine brands include Navionics^® and JL Audio^®. For more information, visit Garmin's virtual Newsroom, email our press team, connect with @garminmarine or follow our blog.

¹ In compliance with ISO standard 13342

About Garmin International, Inc. Garmin International, Inc. is a subsidiary of Garmin Ltd. (NYSE: GRMN). Garmin Ltd. is incorporated in Switzerland, and its principal subsidiaries are located in the United States, Taiwan and the United Kingdom. Garmin, Force and quatix are registered trademarks and LiveScope is a trademark of Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries. All other brands, product names, company names, trademarks and service marks are the properties of their respective owners. All rights reserved.

Notice on Forward-Looking Statements:

This release includes forward-looking statements regarding Garmin Ltd. and its business. Such statements are based on management's current expectations. The forward-looking events and circumstances discussed in this release may not occur and actual results could differ materially as a result of known and unknown risk factors and uncertainties affecting Garmin, including, but not limited to, the risk factors listed in the Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 30, 2023, filed by Garmin with the Securities and Exchange Commission (Commission file number 0-31983). A copy of such Form 10-K is available at www.garmin.com/en-US/company/investors/earnings/. No forward-looking statement can be guaranteed. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date on which they are made and Garmin undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise.

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FAQ

What new size is available in Garmin's Force Kraken trolling motor series?

Garmin's Force Kraken trolling motor series now includes a 48-inch shaft length.

What type of boats is the new 48-inch Kraken shaft designed for?

The new 48-inch Kraken shaft is designed for smaller boats, including pontoons, flats boats, and microskiffs.

How much thrust does the Kraken trolling motor provide?

The Kraken trolling motor provides up to 100 pounds of thrust on a 36-volt system and 80 pounds on a 24-volt system.

What are the prices for the new 48-inch Kraken models?

The 48-inch Kraken models are priced at $3599.99 for the black version and $3799.99 for the white version.

What integration features does the Kraken trolling motor offer?

The Kraken trolling motor offers wireless integration with Garmin chartplotters and smartwatches, allowing route creation and advanced control.

Does the Kraken motor offer built-in sonar integration?

Yes, select Kraken models include built-in sonar integration with a GT56UHD all-in-one transducer offering Ultra High-Definition ClearVü and SideVü scanning sonar along with CHIRP traditional sonar.

What is the warranty for Garmin's Kraken trolling motors?

Garmin's Kraken trolling motors come with a 3-year warranty and a lifetime warranty on the shaft.

What technologies are integrated for precise positioning in the Kraken trolling motor?

The Kraken trolling motor utilizes multi-band GPS signal reception and an integrated AHRS for precise boat positioning.