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Minn Kota Riptide Maxxum Trolling Motors

Shop Minn Kota Riptide Maxxum trolling motors for corrosion-protected saltwater bow mounting, direct hand control and a focused choice of thrust and shaft configurations.

Minn Kota Riptide Maxxum Trolling Motors

Shop Minn Kota Riptide Maxxum Trolling Motors at Mariners Warehouse for Riptide Maxxum cable-steer bow-mount trolling motors for saltwater boat-control applications.

Compare thrust, shaft length, operating voltage, foot-control setup, mount design, prop and installation requirements. Review the complete product title, specifications, manufacturer part number and compatibility information before ordering, because fit and included components can vary between models and generations.

Browse the Minn Kota Riptide Maxxum Trolling Motors collection to find the most relevant option for your boat, trolling motor, anchoring system, charging setup or installation project.

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  • T/M RT80-SM 52"BG 24VDM

    Minn Kota T/M RT80-SM 52"BG 24VDM MPN - 1363445 SKU: 475119
    MPN: 1363445

    $1,371.09
    $1,371.09
    Minn Kota T/M RT80-SM 52"BG 24VDM is listed in the Mariners Warehouse catalog. Use the verified product identifiers below to compare this item with your application before ordering. Brand: Minn Kota Product Type: Minnkota Trolling Motors Manufacturer Part Number: 1363445 SKU: 475119 UPC /...
    $1,371.09
    $1,371.09
  • T/M RT80-SM 52"BG 24VDM

    Minn Kota T/M RT55-SM 42" Hnd 12V MPN - 1363420 SKU: 475041
    MPN: 1363420

    $927.49
    $927.49
    Minn Kota T/M RT55-SM 42" Hnd 12V is listed in the Mariners Warehouse catalog. Use the verified product identifiers below to compare this item with your application before ordering. Brand: Minn Kota Product Type: Minnkota Trolling Motors Manufacturer Part Number: 1363420 SKU: 475041 UPC...
    $927.49
    $927.49
  • Minn Kota Riptide Maxxum 80 Trolling Motor 52 Shaft Latch & Door with Variable Speed Motors
    Out Of Stock

    Minn Kota Riptide Maxxum 80 Trolling Motor 52 Shaft Latch & Door with Variable Speed MPN - 1363447 SKU: MIN1363447
    MPN: 1363447

    $1,399.99
    $1,399.99
    $1,399.99
    Minn Kota Riptide Maxxum 80 Trolling Motor 52 Shaft Latch & Door with Variable SpeedModel: 1363447Riptide Maxxum Mount - Rough conditions or treacherous stump fields should never keep you off the water. The tournament-tested Maxxum Mount plows through any obstacle. When you stow Maxxum
    $1,399.99
    $1,399.99
    $1,399.99
    Out Of Stock
  • Minn Kota Riptide Maxxum 70 Trolling Motor 52 Shaft Latch & Door with Speed Control Motors
    Out Of Stock

    Minn Kota Riptide Maxxum 70 Trolling Motor 52 Shaft Latch & Door with Speed Control MPN - 1363425 SKU: MIN1363425
    MPN: 1363425

    $999.99
    $999.99
    $999.99
    Minn Kota Riptide Maxxum 70 Trolling Motor 52 Shaft Latch & Door with Speed ControlModel: 1363425 Latch & Door Bracket: This bracket gives you a rock-solid hold while stowing your trolling motor and makes for easy removal at the end of the day. Tilt/Extend...
    $999.99
    $999.99
    $999.99
    Out Of Stock
  • Minn Kota Riptide Maxxum 55 Trolling Motor 52 Shaft Latch & Door with Speed Control Motors

    Minn Kota Riptide Maxxum 55 Trolling Motor 52 Shaft Latch & Door with Speed Control MPN - 1363421 SKU: MIN1363421
    MPN: 1363421

    $949.99
    $949.99
    $949.99
    Minn Kota Riptide Maxxum 55 Trolling Motor 52 Shaft Latch & Door with Speed ControlModel: 1363421 Latch & Door Bracket: This bracket gives you a rock-solid hold while stowing your trolling motor and makes for easy removal at the end of the day. Tilt/Extend...
    $949.99
    $949.99
    $949.99

Minn Kota Riptide Maxxum Options at a Glance

Compare Riptide Maxxum saltwater bow-mount trolling motors by 55, 70 or 80 lb thrust, 42- or 52-inch shaft length, 12V or 24V power and direct hand-control options. Use these quick configuration highlights to narrow the right Riptide Maxxum setup before browsing the available models.

  1. Saltwater Bow Mount

    Built for saltwater use, every verified Riptide Maxxum configuration is a bow-mount motor with direct hand-steer tiller control.

  2. 55, 70 or 80 lb Thrust

    Verified listings cover 55, 70 and 80 pounds of thrust, helping shoppers match power with fully loaded boat weight and conditions.

  3. 42- or 52-Inch Shaft

    Choose a 42- or 52-inch shaft. The 55-pound models use 12V; verified 70- and 80-pound configurations use 24V.

  4. Direct Hand Control

    All verified models use a hand tiller; selected 80-pound configurations add variable speed with Digital Maximizer and Latch & Door or Bowguard 360.

Compare Minn Kota Riptide Maxxum Configurations

Use this verified Riptide Maxxum comparison to match thrust, shaft length, voltage, speed system and mount hardware to one exact manufacturer part number.

Riptide Maxxum Configuration & MPN Specifications, Control & Mount
Riptide Maxxum 55 / Latch & Door / Hand — 42-Inch — MPN 1363420 55 lb thrust • 42-inch shaft • 12V • Hand/tiller control • 5 forward and 3 reverse speeds • Latch & Door mount • No Spot-Lock or built-in sonar
Riptide Maxxum 55 / Latch & Door / Hand — 52-Inch — MPN 1363421 55 lb thrust • 52-inch shaft • 12V • Hand/tiller control • 5 forward and 3 reverse speeds • Latch & Door mount • No Spot-Lock or built-in sonar
Riptide Maxxum 70 / Latch & Door / Hand — 52-Inch — MPN 1363425 70 lb thrust • 52-inch shaft • 24V • Hand/tiller control • 5 forward and 3 reverse speeds • Latch & Door mount • No Spot-Lock or built-in sonar
Riptide Maxxum 80 / Bowguard 360 / Hand — 52-Inch — MPN 1363445 80 lb thrust • 52-inch shaft • 24V • Hand/tiller control • Variable speed • Digital Maximizer • Bowguard 360 mount • No Spot-Lock or built-in sonar
Riptide Maxxum 80 / Latch & Door / Hand — 52-Inch — MPN 1363447 80 lb thrust • 52-inch shaft • 24V • Hand/tiller control • Variable speed • Digital Maximizer • Latch & Door mount • No Spot-Lock or built-in sonar

How to Choose a Minn Kota Riptide Maxxum

Use these five checks to match a Riptide Maxxum configuration to your saltwater boat, battery system, bow measurement and preferred mount hardware.

  1. Confirm Saltwater Use and Bow Mounting

    Riptide Maxxum is designed for saltwater and installs at the bow. Confirm that your boat has a suitable bow mounting surface and that direct hand-steer tiller control fits how you fish.

  2. Match Thrust to Loaded Boat Weight and Conditions

    Calculate total operating weight, including passengers, fuel, batteries and gear. Minn Kota’s selection chart places 55 pounds at the upper end of its 1,600–2,599-pound range and 70–80 pounds in the next range. Wind, current and hull behavior may justify additional thrust.

  3. Confirm Voltage and Battery System

    Verified 55-pound models require a 12V system, while the listed 70- and 80-pound models require 24V. Minn Kota specifies one battery for each 12 volts in the trolling system, so confirm battery count, wiring, breaker and charging capacity before ordering.

  4. Measure for the Correct Shaft Length

    Measure vertically from the bow mounting surface to the waterline. Apply Minn Kota’s hand-control and rough-water adjustments and keep the propeller tip at least 12 inches below the waterline. Compare the available 42- and 52-inch shafts only after taking this measurement.

  5. Verify Control, Mount, Equipment and MPN

    All verified configurations use a hand tiller without built-in sonar or Spot-Lock. Compare five-speed versus Digital Maximizer variable speed, Latch & Door versus Bowguard 360, included prop and mounting hardware, then match the exact manufacturer part number to the PDP.

What Customers Say

Rugged and reliable for coastal fishing

The Riptide Maxxum is exactly what I needed for my 19-foot bay boat. The Latch and Door bracket makes stowing it quick and secure when running to the next spot. The saltwater corrosion protection is holding up perfectly after months of heavy use.
Elijah Stone Verified buyer
August 2026

Great battery life with Digital Maximizer

I upgraded to the 24V 80lb thrust Riptide Maxxum, and the battery efficiency is outstanding. I can fish the salt flats all day without worrying about draining my setup. The extendable hand tiller is super responsive and comfortable to use from the bow.
Cameron Reed Verified buyer
February 2026

Bowguard 360 saved my shaft

Fishing around oyster beds and shallow structure can be sketchy, but the breakaway mount on this Maxxum is a lifesaver. It took a solid hit and reset itself without any damage to the composite shaft. Highly recommend this configuration for shallow saltwater anglers.
Julian Foster Verified buyer
September 2025

Simple, tough, and plenty of power

Sometimes you just want a reliable hand-control motor without all the complex GPS electronics. The 70lb thrust pushes my skiff against the incoming tide with ease. The packaging from Mariners Warehouse was incredibly secure, and installation took less than an hour.
Nathaniel Brooks Verified buyer
May 2024

Unmatched saltwater durability

I prefer hand-control for instant steering response when navigating tight mangroves, and the Riptide Maxxum delivers. The Weedless Wedge 2 prop cuts right through heavy sea grass without bogging down. It's built like a tank and handles the harsh marine environment flawlessly.
Derek Lawson Verified buyer
October 2023

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Minn Kota Riptide Maxxum designed for?

Riptide Maxxum is designed for direct hand-controlled boat positioning from the bow in saltwater. Verified models combine a tilt/extend tiller with corrosion-protected Riptide construction and either Latch & Door or Bowguard 360 mounting.

Is Riptide Maxxum suitable for freshwater or saltwater?

Riptide Maxxum is a saltwater trolling-motor family. Its official product configurations are identified for saltwater use. Follow the matching Minn Kota manual for cleaning, maintenance and storage instructions.

Is Riptide Maxxum bow-mounted or transom-mounted?

The verified Riptide Maxxum configurations are bow-mounted and hand-steered. Control is provided through a tilt/extend tiller rather than a foot pedal, wireless remote or electric-steer system.

How do I choose between 55, 70 and 80 pounds of thrust?

Choose thrust according to the boat’s fully loaded operating weight, length, hull behavior and typical wind or current. Minn Kota’s thrust chart should be treated as a starting point rather than a guaranteed fit for every vessel.

Does Riptide Maxxum require 12V or 24V?

Verified 55-pound configurations use a 12V system. The verified 70- and 80-pound configurations require 24V, so confirm batteries, wiring, breaker and charger compatibility before ordering.

Should I choose a 42- or 52-inch Riptide Maxxum shaft?

Measure vertically from the bow mounting surface to the waterline and apply Minn Kota’s hand-control and rough-water adjustments. The propeller tip should remain at least 12 inches below the waterline. Do not select shaft length from boat length alone.

Does Riptide Maxxum include GPS, Spot-Lock or a wireless remote?

No verified configuration in this collection includes GPS, Spot-Lock or wireless control. Riptide Maxxum uses direct hand/tiller steering, so consider another verified Riptide family if GPS positioning is required.

Does Riptide Maxxum include built-in sonar?

No verified Riptide Maxxum configuration in this collection includes built-in sonar. Included equipment varies by MPN, but official listings identify the motor, mounting hardware and an MPN-specific Weedless Wedge 2 prop.

What should I verify before ordering a Riptide Maxxum?

Verify thrust, voltage, shaft length, control type, speed system, mounting hardware, included equipment and live availability. Match these fields to the exact manufacturer part number because similarly named 80-pound models can use different mounting systems.

How can Mariners Warehouse help me choose a Riptide Maxxum?

Share your fully loaded boat weight, normal water conditions, bow-to-waterline measurement, battery system and any MPN being considered. The Mariners Warehouse team can use these details to help narrow the appropriate listed configuration before ordering.

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