VETUS BOW6012D Bow Thruster / Stern Thruster / 12 V / 3 kW / 650N
SVB item number: 58743
Manufacturer no.: BOW6012D
The BOW6012D allows you to maneuver your sports boat or yacht precisely, quietly, and confidently – even in the tightest harbour areas. Powerful performance meets sophisticated design for maximum control and safety on the water.
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Product data
- SVB item number 58743
- EAN 8717372366758
- Manufacturer no. BOW6012D
- Description VETUS - 650 N bow thruster
- Thruster type Bow thruster, Stern thruster
- Operating voltage 12 V
- Recommended fuse 200 A
- Power 3 kW
- Max. thrust 65 kg
- For boats 9 - 12 m
- Tunnel diameter 185 mm
- Min. waterline distance 185 mm
- Speed-controlled No
- Dual propeller No
- Installation type Recessed
- Variant Single
- Weight 22 kg
Product details
Precision maneuvering made easy
The powerful bow and stern thruster BOW6012D is the ideal solution for all sportsboat or yacht owners who want to improve their manoeuvring. Whether docking, undocking, or navigating tight harbour areas – even under demanding conditions, you will always retain full control.
Thanks to modern technology, sophisticated design, and robust construction, this 12 V thruster delivers reliable performance and utmost precision for safe and confident maneuvers in maritime use.
Powerful design for demanding water sports applications
The bow and stern thruster BOW6012D features impressively strong performance: 3 kW power and a thrust force of 650 N (65 kgf) provide reliable support when maneuvering sports boats and yachts.
Reliable and safe for everyday boating
As a 12 V system, the thruster requires a fuse of 200 A and a suitable battery of approximately 100 Ah (depending on cable length). The robust construction and use of high-quality components ensure durability, easy maintenance, and high operational safety.
Maritime comfort meets technical accuracy
The design of the BOW6012D features installation with a flexible coupling system and low-noise, low-vibration gear, minimizing noise generation and reducing vibrations. The robust plastic propeller is corrosion-resistant, lightweight, and provides consistent thrust in both directions.
Technical details
Designed for boats with a length of approximately 9 to 12 m, the bow and stern thruster can be flexibly integrated into various water sports applications. The tunnel has an inner diameter of 185 mm and a length between 370 mm and 740 mm, allowing for flexible installation. Weighing only about 22 kg, the system is lightweight and easy to use.
Note: Boat length values are approximate only. Values may vary greatly depending on the type of boat. Please make sure to check the values by calculation.
The powerful bow and stern thruster BOW6012D is the ideal solution for all sportsboat or yacht owners who want to improve their manoeuvring. Whether docking, undocking, or navigating tight harbour areas – even under demanding conditions, you will always retain full control.
Thanks to modern technology, sophisticated design, and robust construction, this 12 V thruster delivers reliable performance and utmost precision for safe and confident maneuvers in maritime use.
Powerful design for demanding water sports applications
The bow and stern thruster BOW6012D features impressively strong performance: 3 kW power and a thrust force of 650 N (65 kgf) provide reliable support when maneuvering sports boats and yachts.
Reliable and safe for everyday boating
As a 12 V system, the thruster requires a fuse of 200 A and a suitable battery of approximately 100 Ah (depending on cable length). The robust construction and use of high-quality components ensure durability, easy maintenance, and high operational safety.
Maritime comfort meets technical accuracy
The design of the BOW6012D features installation with a flexible coupling system and low-noise, low-vibration gear, minimizing noise generation and reducing vibrations. The robust plastic propeller is corrosion-resistant, lightweight, and provides consistent thrust in both directions.
Technical details
Designed for boats with a length of approximately 9 to 12 m, the bow and stern thruster can be flexibly integrated into various water sports applications. The tunnel has an inner diameter of 185 mm and a length between 370 mm and 740 mm, allowing for flexible installation. Weighing only about 22 kg, the system is lightweight and easy to use.
| VETUS | BOW6012D |
| For boats up to: | 9 - 12 m length |
| Thrust: | 650 N (65 kgf) |
| Tunnel inner Ø: | 185 mm |
| Tunnel length: | min. 370 mm, max. 740 mm |
| Weight (without tunnel): | approx. 22 kg |
| Suitable battery: | 1x approx. 100 Ah / 12 V |
| Cable cross section | up to 11 m length: 50 mm² (the lengths of the positive and negative lead must be added) / up to 16 m length: 70 mm² |
| Fuse: | 200 A / slow blow |
Note: Boat length values are approximate only. Values may vary greatly depending on the type of boat. Please make sure to check the values by calculation.
Features
Discover the features that make this product stand out. From technical details to special functions – we’ve summarized all the key information for you.
Operating voltage
12 V
Power
3 kW
Max. thrust
65 kg
For boats
9 - 12 m
Installation type
Recessed
Delivery contents
- VETUS BOW6012D bow thruster
- Seals
- Fuse, fuse holder, fuse cover
- Instruction manual
- Installation instructions
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Technical question
Jonas H.
| Jun 23, 2018
Hi! Today we have bowthruster Vetus 8012, probably from year 2000 something. Maybe the thruster engine is broken - not sure yet. Which Vetus model should to choose in case buy new thruster? Jonas
Answer from SVB customer service
Sven W.
| Dec 21, 2018
Dear Jonas, two things are important: you have to scale the diameter of the tunnel and you have to know the power of the engine. The rest will make by this two points. Your SVB-team.
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Description
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Tunnel diameter
185 mm
185 mm
150 mm
150 mm
150 mm
150 mm
For boats
9 - 12 m
9 - 12 m
9 - 11 m
9 - 11 m
9 - 11 m
9 - 11 m
Recommended fuse
200 A
200 A
250 A
125 A
250 A
125 A
Weight
22 kg
22 kg
20 kg
20 kg
20 kg
20 kg
Power
3 kW
3 kW
3 kW
3 kW
3 kW
3 kW
Installation type
Recessed
Recessed
Recessed
Recessed
Recessed
Recessed
Operating voltage
12 V
12 V
12 V
24 V
12 V
24 V
Max. thrust
65 kg
65 kg
55 kg
55 kg
55 kg
55 kg
Variant
Single
Set
Single
Set
Set
Single
Speed-controlled
Dual propeller
Min. waterline distance
185 mm
185 mm
150 mm
150 mm
150 mm
150 mm
Thruster type
Bow thruster, Stern thruster
Stern thruster
Bow thruster, Stern thruster
Stern thruster
Stern thruster
Bow thruster, Stern thruster
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