Manufacturer
Yamaha M18
Japanese manufacturer of marine propulsion and boat-control systems, including electric propulsion products.
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M18
Small boat, big ambitions. This is the motor that makes light work of long days, combining Yamaha's signature strength with a quiet confidence that never ripples the surface, or your peace of mind.
Key facts
- Family: Electric Drive
- Thrust: 18.2 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 5 of 7 in the Electric Drive family when the range is ordered from higher to lower rated output.
Neighbouring models
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 | 42 |
|---|---|
| Voltage | 12 |
| Mount feature | Lever lock |
| Maximum thrust (kg) | 18.2 |
| Speeds (FWD/REV) | 5 FWD/3 REV |
| Shaft length | 914 mm |
| Control | Telescoping Tiller |