My last boat had a Maxxum, current one has a Fortrex, both on quick release brackets so i can remove them when we're not going fishing. The Fortrex is a lot heavier and I'm trying to figure out why. Is it the difference in the brackets or is the motor? Fortrex is an 80# thrust with the 4" motor, Maxxum had the smaller motor (3.5"?) and was 65 or 70# thrust, otherwise similar shaft lengths and controls. I can't find any published weights online for either the complete TM's or the replacement motors. The difference is enough that I'm actually looking at replacing the Fortrex with a Maxxum because carrying that Fortrex up the dock is a pain. Besides, my wife hates not being able to see over it when I have it on the boat and in stowed position. If the weight difference is due to the larger motor I'll be sure to stay away from a Maxxum that would have the 4" motor.
Thanks