Garmin Force Current Kayak Trolling Motor | 50 lb Thrust | Wireless Remote
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š¤ Garmin's only kayak-specific trolling motor. Brushless 50 lb thrust at 24V with multi-band GPS, Anchor Lock, and wireless remote. $2,999.
Garmin Force Current Kayak with Wireless Remote
The Garmin Force Current Kayak Trolling Motor is Garmin's only kayak-specific trolling motor, priced at $2,999. 50 lb thrust at 24V from a brushless motor for ultra-quiet operation and longer runtime per charge. Includes Garmin's precise multi-band GPS Anchor Lock, AutoPilot heading hold, waypoint navigation, and Garmin Marine Network compatibility for integration with ECHOMAP and GPSMAP fishfinders. This variant ships with the Wireless Remote only (no foot pedal). For hands-free Power Steer Foot Pedal control, the Force Current Kayak with Power Steer Foot Pedals variant is available at $3,600.
Force Current is Garmin's answer to the Minn Kota Kayak Terrova ($1,600). At $3,000 vs Minn Kota's $1,600, why pay almost double? Garmin Force ecosystem integration is the answer: if you run Garmin ECHOMAP UHD2, GPSMAP, or LiveScope on your kayak, the Force Current integrates natively via Garmin Marine Network and 2.4 GHz wireless. The brushless motor design is ultra-quiet (significant for clear-water bass and trout fishing). Multi-band GPS Anchor Lock is more precise than older single-band GPS systems found on cheaper trolling motors. For tournament kayak anglers running Garmin, this is the right tier.
Garmin Force trolling motor line: Force Current Kayak ($3,000-$3,600) is Garmin's kayak-specific trolling motor with 50 lb thrust at 24V (NOT dual-voltage). Force Pro freshwater ($4,200-$4,300) is the freshwater bow-mount flagship with built-in GT56UHD-TR, scissor-style mount, and INCLUDED foot pedal in 50" or 57" shaft, black only. Force Kraken ($4,000-$6,500) is the saltwater-rated bow-mount with pivot-style mount in 48/63/75/90/110 inch shafts, black or white finish, foot pedal sold separately. All Force Pro and Force Kraken motors are dual-voltage (100 lb thrust at 36V or 80 lb thrust at 24V per ISO 13342).
Garmin Force ecosystem integration: Garmin Force trolling motors integrate natively with Garmin Marine Network, Garmin's networking system equivalent to Humminbird One-Boat Network and NMEA 2000. Compatible Garmin fishfinders include ECHOMAP UHD2, ECHOMAP Ultra 2, GPSMAP 7400/8400/9000-series, and STRIKER series. Garmin LiveScope Plus (LVS34) and LiveScope XR (LVS62) live sonar transducers mount via Force trolling motor barrel mounts ($40 each) for forward-scan live sonar. For Lowrance ecosystems use Lowrance Ghost or Recon. For Humminbird ecosystems use Minn Kota with One-Boat Network.
Key Features
- ā Garmin Force Kayak-Specific. Sized and tuned for kayak applications
- ā Brushless Motor. Ultra-quiet operation, longer runtime per charge
- ā 50 lb Thrust at 24V. Adequate for kayak hulls in most conditions
- ā Multi-Band GPS. Garmin's most precise positioning
- ā Anchor Lock. GPS anchor hold equivalent to Spot-Lock
- ā Heading Hold and Route Following. AutoPilot maintains course while you fish
- ā Garmin Marine Network Compatible. Native integration with Garmin ECHOMAP, GPSMAP, LiveScope
- ā 2.4 GHz Wireless Integration. Wireless connection to Garmin chartplotters and quatix watches
- ā Composite Shaft. Indestructible kayak shaft, lifetime warranty
- ā Wireless Remote Control. All functions via remote (no foot pedal in this variant)
- ā No Foot Pedal Included. Wireless Remote control only. For Power Steer Foot Pedals see $3,600 variant
- ā No Built-In Sonar. For Force Pro with built-in GT56UHD-TR transducer step up to Force Pro tier ($4,200)
- ā Premium Pricing for Kayak Use. Cheaper kayak motors exist (Minn Kota Kayak Terrova at $1,600), Force Current is for Garmin ecosystem users
- ā No Saltwater Variant. For saltwater kayak applications see Minn Kota Riptide Kayak Terrova
Configuration Guide
This kayak trolling motor ships in a single configuration ($2,999). Wireless Remote control only, no foot pedal. Steering, GPS functions, and AutoPilot all controlled via remote and/or foot pedal.
Battery requirements: 24V only (two 12V batteries in series). NOT dual-voltage. For kayak applications, lithium 12V batteries are strongly preferred for weight savings.
Want hands-free foot pedal control? See the Force Current Kayak with Power Steer Foot Pedals variant ($3,600). Power Steer is Garmin's electric-driven foot pedal (different from traditional cable-steer foot pedals on bass boats). $600 premium for hands-free operation.
Who This Is For
This trolling motor is best for serious kayak tournament anglers running Garmin ecosystem, Garmin LiveScope kayak users, kayak bass anglers wanting Garmin Force integration, kayak crappie tournament participants, and Garmin loyalists upgrading from paddle-only kayak setups.
Specifications
- Mounting: Kayak bow-mount
- Steering: Wireless Remote
- Thrust and Voltage: 50 lb thrust at 24V (NOT dual-voltage)
- Motor Type: Brushless variable-speed
- Water Type: Freshwater
- Built-In Sonar: Not included
- Variants Available: 1
- Price: $2,999
- SKU: 010-02864-10
- GPS: Multi-band with built-in AHRS heading sensor
- Shaft Material: Composite, indestructible, lifetime warranty
- Warranty: Garmin 3-year limited warranty plus lifetime composite shaft warranty
Compatibility Reference
- Battery: 24V only (two 12V batteries in series). NOT dual-voltage. For kayak applications, lithium 12V batteries are strongly preferred for weight savings.
- Sonar: No built-in sonar
- Garmin Marine Network: Native integration with Garmin ECHOMAP UHD2, GPSMAP 7400/8400/9000-series, STRIKER
- LiveScope: LiveScope Plus LVS34 and LiveScope XR LVS62 mount via Force barrel mounts ($40 each)
- NMEA 2000: Compatible
- Mount: Standard kayak attachment patterns
- Cross-compatibility: NOT cross-compatible with Lowrance, Minn Kota, or MotorGuide accessories
Warranty
Covered by Garmin's 3-year limited warranty plus lifetime warranty on the composite shaft against breakage. The 3-year Garmin warranty is one year longer than Minn Kota's standard 2-year warranty, a real point of differentiation. Carolina Sportsman Outfitters can help with warranty claims, parts orders, and installer referrals. Call 252-431-6001.
Frequently Asked Questions
Force Current vs Force Pro vs Force Kraken?
Force Current is Garmin's kayak-specific trolling motor (50 lb thrust at 24V only, NOT dual-voltage). Force Pro is the freshwater bow-mount flagship (100 lb thrust at 36V or 80 at 24V, dual-voltage, scissor-style mount, includes foot pedal and dual propellers, GT56UHD-TR built-in). Force Kraken is the saltwater-rated bow-mount (same dual-voltage thrust, pivot-style mount, foot pedal sold separately, transducer included only on Black variants up to 75 inch).
What does dual-voltage 24V/36V mean?
Same motor automatically adjusts thrust based on battery configuration. At 24V (two 12V batteries) you get 80 lb thrust. At 36V (three 12V batteries) you get 100 lb thrust per ISO 13342. You don't commit to voltage at purchase. Significant for tournament anglers who may upgrade from 24V to 36V over time. Force Current Kayak is the only Garmin Force motor that is NOT dual-voltage (24V only).
Force Pro scissor-style vs Force Kraken pivot-style mount?
Two different mounting systems. Scissor-style (Force Pro) uses dual gas springs and folds horizontally, preferred by traditional bass boat anglers with open bow casting decks. Pivot-style (Force Kraken) is more vertical and folds tighter, preferred for tight bow spaces, deep-V hulls, and boats with limited deck access. Mount style is a real differentiator: even freshwater anglers with deep-V hulls or limited bow space often choose Force Kraken over Force Pro for the pivot-style mount.
What is GT56UHD-TR?
Garmin's premium freshwater transducer built into Force Pro and Force Kraken Black 48"/63"/75" variants. Provides CHIRP traditional sonar plus ClearVĆ¼ down imaging and SideVĆ¼ side imaging. Comparable to Humminbird MEGA Down/Side Imaging and Lowrance Active Imaging HD. GT56UHD-TR works with Garmin ECHOMAP UHD2, GPSMAP 7400/8400/9000-series, and STRIKER fishfinders. Optimized for freshwater frequencies and depth performance.
Power Steer Foot Pedal vs cable-steer foot pedal?
Power Steer is Garmin's electric-driven foot pedal system (sends electronic signal to motor head, which steers electrically). Traditional cable-steer foot pedals (Minn Kota Edge, Fortrex, Ultrex) use mechanical cables to physically pull the motor head. Garmin uses electric Power Steer because Garmin Force motors don't support traditional cable-steer linkage. Slight processing delay vs cable-steer mechanical responsiveness. Force Pro INCLUDES the foot pedal in the box; Force Kraken sells it separately ($350).
How does Force Pro compare to Minn Kota Quest tier?
Force Pro 50" Black is $4,200; Minn Kota Terrova Quest 60 inch with MEGA Down/Side is $3,800. $400 difference. Both are dual-voltage. Both have built-in premium imaging (Force Pro GT56UHD-TR with CHIRP/ClearVĆ¼/SideVĆ¼; Quest MEGA Down/Side Imaging). Force Pro INCLUDES foot pedal and dual propellers; Quest does not. Force Pro has 3-year warranty + lifetime shaft; Quest has 2-year warranty + lifetime shaft. Choice is ecosystem-driven: Garmin LiveScope users pick Force Pro; Humminbird MEGA Live 2 users pick Quest.
How does Force Pro compare to Lowrance Ghost X?
Lowrance Ghost X is $3,899; Force Pro 50" Black is $4,200, $300 more. Both have built-in premium imaging. Both integrate natively with their ecosystems. Force Pro is dual-voltage; Ghost X is also dual-voltage. Force Pro INCLUDES foot pedal; Ghost X does not. Force Pro has 3-year warranty; Ghost X has 2-year. Choice is ecosystem-driven: Lowrance HDS PRO users pick Ghost X; Garmin GPSMAP users pick Force Pro.
Is Force Kraken offshore-rated?
Force Kraken is rated for inshore saltwater (bays, sounds, estuaries) with IPX5/IPX7/IPX8 protection. Not designed for offshore open ocean applications. Sportfisher captains running offshore typically use Force Kraken for inshore work and pole spreaders or autopilot systems for offshore. For inshore saltwater bay boats and large flats skiffs, Force Kraken is the right Garmin choice.
What about LiveScope cable routing inside shaft?
Force Kraken-exclusive feature. Lets you route a Garmin LiveScope transducer cable inside the trolling motor shaft for a clean install (no zip-tied cables exposed on the outside). Requires the Kraken LiveScope Mounting Bracket (sold separately, $40) plus your LiveScope transducer. Significant for Garmin LiveScope users tired of exposed cables. Force Pro does not have internal cable routing.
Battery requirements?
Force Current Kayak: 24V only (two 12V batteries). Force Pro: dual-voltage 24V (two batteries) or 36V (three batteries). Force Kraken: dual-voltage 24V or 36V. Lithium strongly recommended for tournament use, 60-70% lighter than lead-acid AGM, consistent voltage throughout discharge. Force Pro and Force Kraken at 36V deliver 100 lb thrust per ISO 13342 standard.
Warranty?
Garmin standard 3-year limited warranty plus lifetime warranty on the composite shaft against breakage. Garmin's warranty is one year longer than Minn Kota standard 2-year warranty, a real point of differentiation.
Professional installation required?
Bow-mount installation typically DIY for handy anglers (3-5 hours including mounting, battery wiring, breaker). For Garmin Marine Network integration with multi-unit ECHOMAP/GPSMAP rigs and LiveScope, networking adds complexity. Professional install ($400-$800) appropriate for first-time installers or complex multi-unit Garmin rigs. For LiveScope cable routing inside Force Kraken shaft, professional install is often preferred.
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Carolina Sportsman Outfitters has been outfitting tournament anglers and saltwater bay boat captains with Garmin Force trolling motors since the Force line launched. We help customers pick between Force Current Kayak, Force Pro, and Force Kraken based on application, ecosystem (Garmin), boat size, and freshwater vs saltwater use. Call 252-431-6001 for pre-purchase configuration questions or installer referrals.
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