Manufacturer
Yamaha M12
Japanese manufacturer of marine propulsion and boat-control systems, including electric propulsion products.
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M12
Meet the motor that proves simplicity is a superpower. Lightweight, quiet and quick to fit, it's the easy way to turn any calm stretch of water into your personal place for peace and pleasure.
Key facts
- Family: Electric Drive
- Thrust: 13.6 kg
- Voltage: 12 V
Position in Yamaha range
The Electric Drive family uses electric propulsion instead of a combustion engine. Voltage, thrust, current draw, battery capacity and mounting therefore replace displacement and fuel system as the primary selection variables.
This is model 7 of 7 in the Electric Drive family when the range is ordered from higher to lower rated output.
Neighbouring models
- Higher-output neighbour: MX18
Before choosing
Check required thrust, system voltage, maximum current, battery capacity, cable sizing, mounting arrangement and control integration. Electric-drive selection should be based on the complete propulsion and battery system rather than nominal output alone.
FAQ
- How should this electric-drive model be compared with another Yamaha electric drive?
- Compare thrust, system voltage, current draw, shaft length, mounting arrangement and control configuration. Use the complete electric-drive system requirements rather than a combustion-engine output metric.
- What should be verified before installation?
- Confirm required thrust, system voltage, battery capacity, cable sizing, shaft or mounting configuration and the exact control setup for the boat.
Sources & verification
Technical data: Yamaha Motor Europe official product page. Official factsheet. Verified: 2026-09-06.
Electric-Drive Technical specs
| Amp draw | 30 |
|---|---|
| Voltage | 12 |
| Mount feature | Lever lock |
| Maximum thrust (kg) | 13.6 |
| Speeds (FWD/REV) | 5 FWD/3 REV |
| Shaft length | 762 mm |
| Control | Telescoping Tiller |