Newport Vessels 55 Pound Thrust 8 Speed Electric Trolling Motor 55lb Thrust - The ultra-quiet, cool and efficient NV 55lb allows you to fish all day long without overheating, or spooking fish and Motor Material -Stainless Steel Hardware for Saltwater 30-inch Composite Fiberglass Shaft - High-strength and fully adjustable shaft allows for proper depth placement in all water conditions 8 Speeds and 6-inch Telescoping Handle (5 forward, 3 reverse) - Ergonomic extendable handle, 5 forward speeds, and 3 reverse speeds puts total control at your fingertips for a smooth and easily controlled ride 5-Point LED Battery Meter - Provides immediate charge reading of your DC 12V Marine Battery (battery not included) Maximum amp draw: 52. Saltwater Compatible Hardware - Stainless steel, zinc, and magnesium hardware ensures the motor is ready for fresh or saltwater 2 Year Warranty - We stand behind every product we make with industry leading customer service and a 2 year warranty. <span class="a-text-bold">Do I need to connect the circuit breaker?</span> - Yes! The circuit breaker will help protect your motor from electrical damage. <span class="a-text-bold">Is this motor waterproof? </span>- The head w/ handle is not waterproof. Light rain is fine but if there is heavy rain, it&#039;s submerged or sprayed directly with a hose, this will cause issues. <span class="a-text-bold">What gauge wire are the battery cables and how long are they?</span> - This motor comes with 4ft 10 AWG cables. <span class="a-text-bold">How long does this motor run for? </span>- This entirely depends on the battery capacity or Amperage Hour Rating (Ah) on the battery you are using. We recommend a 50Ah battery at minimum. This will power the motor for 1hr at speed 5 continuously and roughly 3hrs at speed 3. <span class="a-text-bold">Can the head be spun around for Bow Mounting? </span>- Yes! Please contact Newport Vessels for instructions on how to safely do this. <span class="a-text-bold">What if I have questions, a problem or need parts? </span>- Contact Newport Vessels! We are here to support our product before and after the sale.