{"product_id":"rhodan-gen5-gps-trolling-motor-36v-48-shaft-white","title":"Rhodan Gen5 GPS Trolling Motor — 36V | 48” Shaft | White","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRhodan Gen5 GPS Trolling Motor — 36V | 48\" Shaft | White\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eRhodan Gen5 48\" White (36V)\u003c\/strong\u003e is built for heavier offshore boats with a low bow height under 30\" — delivering 120 lbs of thrust to hold position in the demanding conditions that define offshore saltwater fishing: rough inlets, tidal current, open bays, and nearshore structure. It carries the same GPS Anchor dynamic positioning system, full-screen base display, and native Simrad, Raymarine, and Lowrance integration as every Gen5 motor, with the added power of 36V for boats that need it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe white finish is particularly popular on offshore center consoles and bay boats with white gelcoat, blending cleanly with modern saltwater boat styling while delivering the same proven Gen5 offshore performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable Finishes:\u003c\/strong\u003e ⚫ \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rhodan-gen5-gps-trolling-motor-36v-48-shaft-black\"\u003eBlack\u003c\/a\u003e  |  ⚪ White (Current Model)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eManufactured in Sarasota, Florida with 90% U.S. content. Backed by a \u003cstrong\u003e5-year limited warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e with direct access to Rhodan's customer service team.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eIs This the Right Model for Your Boat?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eChoose this model if...\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eConsider another model if...\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYou need maximum 36V thrust on a lower-bow offshore or heavy bay boat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYour bow height requires a 60\", 72\", or longer shaft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYou fish strong tidal current, rough inlets, or offshore structure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA 24V system adequately serves your boat and fishing conditions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYour vessel weighs 6,000–15,000 lbs with a bow height under 30\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYou run Garmin electronics and want native helm integration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose 36V Instead of 24V?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 36V Gen5 produces \u003cstrong\u003e120 lbs of thrust\u003c\/strong\u003e — 50% more than the 24V. That difference is not about speed. It's about holding power under load, steering authority in wind, and runtime when the motor is working hard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoose the 36V Rhodan Gen5 if you:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegularly fish in strong tidal current — inlets, passes, bridge pilings, and tidal flats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOwn a heavier bay boat or center console over 6,000 lbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFish offshore reefs, wrecks, and live bottom where GPS Anchor hold is critical\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeed maximum steering authority in wind and chop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarry multiple anglers and heavy gear that pushes your vessel weight up\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWant additional thrust reserves rather than operating near maximum output\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFish in conditions where a 24V motor would be working at or near its limit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf your boat is under approximately 6,000 lbs and you primarily fish protected bays, flats, or inshore waters, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rhodan-gen5-gps-trolling-motor-24v-48-shaft-white\"\u003e24V Rhodan Gen5\u003c\/a\u003e may be a better fit — and a lower-cost one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose the 36V 48\" Model?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 48\" shaft is the shortest in the Gen5 36V lineup — and that makes it intentional, not incidental. This model is ideal if you need:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum 36V thrust\u003c\/strong\u003e — 120 lbs of holding power for heavier offshore vessels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBut your boat's bow height does not require a longer shaft\u003c\/strong\u003e — your bow sits under 30\" with a typical fishing load\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe lightest, most maneuverable option in the 36V lineup\u003c\/strong\u003e — shorter shaft means less leverage and weight at the bow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMost offshore center consoles will need a longer shaft — the 48\" is the exception in the 36V lineup, not the rule. It's the right motor for a specific and uncommon boat profile: heavy enough to need 36V, but with a bow that sits low enough that a 48\" shaft is the correct fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf your bow height is at or near 30\", step up to the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rhodan-gen5-gps-trolling-motor-36v-60-shaft-white\"\u003e60\" shaft\u003c\/a\u003e. Offshore conditions are less forgiving than inshore — a prop that breaks the surface in chop loses all thrust instantly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Should Choose the Rhodan Gen5 36V 48\" Shaft?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis motor is ideal for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOffshore center consoles and deep-V hulls between 6,000 and 15,000 lbs with a bow height under 30\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnglers fishing rough inlets, tidal passes, nearshore reefs, and offshore wrecks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoats that need sustained GPS Anchor hold in wind and current\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnglers running Simrad, Raymarine, or Lowrance electronics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExcellent for these species and scenarios:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSnapper · Grouper · Cobia · Amberjack · Tarpon · King Mackerel · Mahi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNearshore reef and wreck fishing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOffshore structure and ledge fishing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBridge and inlet fishing in strong tidal current\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnchoring over live bottom in wind and chop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtended offshore trips requiring all-day runtime\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Should NOT Buy This Motor\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDon't buy this model if:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour bow height is at or above 30\" — step up to the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rhodan-gen5-gps-trolling-motor-36v-60-shaft-white\"\u003e36V 60\" shaft\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour vessel weighs under 6,000 lbs — the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rhodan-gen5-gps-trolling-motor-24v-48-shaft-white\"\u003e24V 48\" White\u003c\/a\u003e is the correct and more cost-effective choice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou primarily fish freshwater lakes or protected inshore waters where 24V is sufficient\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou run Garmin electronics and want native helm integration — the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/garmin-0100257320-force-kracken-trolling-motor-100-lbs-thrust-24-36-volts-90-shaft-black\"\u003eGarmin Force Kraken\u003c\/a\u003e is the correct motor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWe'd rather help you find the right motor than sell you the wrong one. Contact TrollingMotors.shop if you're unsure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eReal-World Performance — Where This Motor Works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 36V Gen5 is built for the conditions where GPS Anchor hold is hardest to maintain and most critical to have. On a 36V system, GPS Anchor has more thrust reserve to draw from when conditions deteriorate — meaning more consistent hold through tidal current changes, wind shifts, and the kind of chop that pushes lighter motors off position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOffshore wrecks and artificial reefs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hold position precisely over structure in tidal flow and wind. The 36V system maintains GPS Anchor hold when conditions build during the day — keeping you on target when current is running hard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBridge pilings in tidal current:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fish tidal current edges and bridge shadow lines without constant repositioning. GPS Anchor holds through current changes, letting you focus on the fish instead of the motor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNearshore reefs and live bottom:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stay over structure in wind and current without re-anchoring. The additional thrust reserve keeps you locked on target when conditions deteriorate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInlet edges in changing wind:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maintain station in the chop and current that builds in inlet mouths. The 36V system has the thrust to hold where a 24V motor would struggle — especially when wind and current are working against each other.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOffshore structure and ledges:\u003c\/strong\u003e Work ledges and bottom transitions in open water where wind and current combine. Extended runtime under load keeps you fishing longer without worrying about battery reserves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExtended offshore trips:\u003c\/strong\u003e All-day runtime under demanding conditions. The 36V system operates with more thrust reserve, drawing less proportional current at typical fishing speeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTypical Boats for the 36V 48\" Shaft\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe following are representative examples of heavier offshore boats with a low bow profile that commonly pair with a 36V 48\" shaft. This is not a compatibility guarantee — always confirm your specific bow height and vessel weight before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContender 25 Bay (heavier configurations)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYellowfin 24 Bay (heavier rigged configurations)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRobalo R242 (heavier configurations)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePursuit S 268 (low-bow configurations)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eShaft Selection at a Glance — 36V Series\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eShaft\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest Bow Height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTypical Boat\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e48\" ← This motor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnder 30\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow-bow offshore center consoles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum thrust, lightest 36V option\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/rhodan-gen5-gps-trolling-motor-36v-60-shaft-white\"\u003e60\"\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30–36\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeavier bay boats, moderate offshore\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMost common 36V inshore\/nearshore fit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/rhodan-gen5-gps-trolling-motor-36v-72-shaft-white\"\u003e72\"\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e36–42\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarge bay boats, higher bows\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigher-bow offshore center consoles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/rhodan-gen5-gps-trolling-motor-36v-84-shaft-white\"\u003e84\"\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e42–48\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOffshore center consoles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard offshore CC fit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/rhodan-gen5-gps-trolling-motor-36v-96-shaft-white\"\u003e96\"\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e48–54\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh-freeboard offshore boats\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh-bow offshore center consoles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/rhodan-gen5-gps-guided-trolling-motor-36-volts-108-shaft-white\"\u003e108\"\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e54–60\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarge offshore \/ charter boats\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTournament and charter applications\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/rhodan-gen5-gps-guided-trolling-motor-36-volts-120-shaft-white\"\u003e120\"\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60\"+\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExtreme offshore \/ maximum freeboard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLargest offshore applications\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen in doubt, choose the next longer shaft.\u003c\/strong\u003e Offshore conditions are less forgiving than inshore — a prop that breaks the surface in chop loses all thrust instantly. → \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.rhodanmarine.com\/which-model-should-i-choose\"\u003eUse Rhodan's official size guide to confirm your selection.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e24V vs. 36V — Which Is Right for Your Boat?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFactor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e24V\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e36V (this motor)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThrust\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e80 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e120 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVessel weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnder 6,000 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6,000–15,000 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTypical boat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlats boats, bay boats\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOffshore center consoles, deep-V hulls\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTypical conditions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate wind and current\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRough inlets, tidal passes, offshore structure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRuntime under load\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGood for inshore use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExtended runtime in demanding conditions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteering authority\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSufficient for lighter vessels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum authority in wind and chop\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGPS Anchor — Rhodan's Precision Dynamic Positioning System\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRhodan's GPS Anchor uses a \u003cstrong\u003edynamic positioning system\u003c\/strong\u003e that continuously calculates and applies thrust corrections to hold your exact GPS position — compensating for wind, current, and wave action in real time. On a 36V system, GPS Anchor has more thrust reserve to draw from when conditions deteriorate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eActivate from the wireless FOB remote, the Rhodan app, or directly from the base display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSimrad, Raymarine \u0026amp; Lowrance Integration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Gen5 supports native integration with compatible Simrad, Raymarine, and Lowrance multifunction displays through Rhodan's supported NMEA 2000 networking and gateway hardware — the Rhodan MFD Gateway and a properly configured NMEA 2000 network.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Integration requires the Rhodan MFD Gateway, a compatible NMEA 2000 backbone, T-connector, and compatible display firmware. Confirm display compatibility and required networking hardware with Rhodan or TrollingMotors.shop before purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you run Garmin, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/garmin-0100257320-force-kracken-trolling-motor-100-lbs-thrust-24-36-volts-90-shaft-black\"\u003eGarmin Force Kraken\u003c\/a\u003e is the correct motor for native Garmin integration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e G5W36048\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShaft length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 48\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e White\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVoltage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 36V\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThrust:\u003c\/strong\u003e 120 lbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended vessel weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6,000–15,000 lbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended bow height:\u003c\/strong\u003e Under 30\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGPS system:\u003c\/strong\u003e GPS Anchor (dynamic positioning)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMFD integration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Simrad, Raymarine, Lowrance (via MFD Gateway + NMEA 2000)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBase display:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full-screen with button controls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSliding base:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10\" front-to-back adjustment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5-year limited\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Made in Sarasota, Florida (90% U.S. content)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wireless FOB remote, Quick Release Bracket, RAM Mount Stabilizer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRequired:\u003c\/strong\u003e Properly rated marine circuit breaker — do not use SKU A00155\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBefore You Order — Checklist\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e☐ Bow height under 30\" (mounting surface to waterline with fishing load)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e☐ Vessel weight 6,000–15,000 lbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e☐ 36V battery system available or planned\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e☐ Adequate bow clearance for 48\" shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e☐ If using MFD integration: NMEA 2000 backbone and display compatibility confirmed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNot sure? Contact TrollingMotors.shop before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eExplore the Full Rhodan Gen5 36V Lineup\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e36V (120 lbs thrust — boats 6,000–15,000 lbs):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/rhodan-gen5-gps-trolling-motor-36v-48-shaft-black\"\u003e48\" | Black\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003cstrong\u003e48\" | White\u003c\/strong\u003e (this product) — Maximum thrust, lightest 36V option\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/rhodan-gen5-gps-trolling-motor-36v-60-shaft-black\"\u003e60\" | Black\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rhodan-gen5-gps-trolling-motor-36v-60-shaft-white\"\u003e60\" | White\u003c\/a\u003e — Heavier bay boats and moderate offshore\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/rhodan-gen5-gps-trolling-motor-36v-72-shaft-black\"\u003e72\" | Black\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rhodan-gen5-gps-trolling-motor-36v-72-shaft-white\"\u003e72\" | White\u003c\/a\u003e — Large bay boats and higher bows\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/rhodan-gen5-gps-trolling-motor-36v-84-shaft-black\"\u003e84\" | Black\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rhodan-gen5-gps-trolling-motor-36v-84-shaft-white\"\u003e84\" | White\u003c\/a\u003e — Offshore center consoles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/rhodan-gen5-gps-trolling-motor-36v-96-shaft-black\"\u003e96\" | Black\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rhodan-gen5-gps-trolling-motor-36v-96-shaft-white\"\u003e96\" | White\u003c\/a\u003e — High-freeboard offshore boats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/rhodan-gen5-gps-guided-trolling-motor-36-volts-108-shaft-black\"\u003e108\" | Black\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rhodan-gen5-gps-guided-trolling-motor-36-volts-108-shaft-white\"\u003e108\" | White\u003c\/a\u003e — Charter and tournament boats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/rhodan-gen5-gps-guided-trolling-motor-36-volts-120-shaft-black\"\u003e120\" | Black\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rhodan-gen5-gps-guided-trolling-motor-36-volts-120-shaft-white\"\u003e120\" | White\u003c\/a\u003e — Extreme offshore applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso available in 24V (80 lbs thrust — boats under 6,000 lbs):\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rhodan-gen5-gps-trolling-motor-24v-48-shaft-black\"\u003e48\" | Black\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rhodan-gen5-gps-trolling-motor-24v-48-shaft-white\"\u003e48\" | White\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy From TrollingMotors.shop?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Authorized Rhodan Marine Systems Dealer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Free Nationwide Shipping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Expert Technical Support — before and after your purchase\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Battery \u0026amp; Circuit Breaker Guidance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ MFD Integration Support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Genuine OEM Product — factory warranty intact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eMade \u0026amp; Supported in the USA\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEvery Rhodan Gen5 is manufactured in Sarasota, Florida using U.S. and globally sourced parts (90% U.S. content). When you call Rhodan Marine Systems, you reach their customer service team in Florida — not an overseas call center.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRhodan Gen5 vs. Garmin Force Kraken\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRhodan Gen5\u003c\/strong\u003e — native Simrad, Raymarine, and Lowrance integration via MFD Gateway. Proven GPS Anchor heritage. Made in the USA.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGarmin Force Kraken\u003c\/strong\u003e — native Garmin chartplotter integration. Brushless motor. The correct choice for anglers running Garmin electronics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e→ \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/garmin-force-kraken-vs-rhodan-hd-gen5\"\u003eFull comparison: Garmin Force Kraken vs. Rhodan Gen5\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy do I need 36V instead of 24V?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your vessel weighs over 6,000 lbs, or you regularly fish in strong tidal current, rough inlets, or offshore structure, 24V (80 lbs thrust) may not provide sufficient holding power. The 36V system produces 120 lbs of thrust — 50% more — with greater steering authority in wind and longer runtime under demanding conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy choose the 48\" shaft on a 36V motor?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 48\" is the lightest, most maneuverable option in the 36V lineup — correct when you need maximum 36V thrust but your bow height is under 30\" and doesn't require a longer shaft. If your bow height is at or near 30\", step up to the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rhodan-gen5-gps-trolling-motor-36v-60-shaft-white\"\u003e60\" shaft\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the Gen5 work with Garmin chartplotters?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo — the Gen5 integrates natively with Simrad, Raymarine, and Lowrance via Rhodan's MFD Gateway and NMEA 2000. For Garmin integration, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/garmin-0100257320-force-kracken-trolling-motor-100-lbs-thrust-24-36-volts-90-shaft-black\"\u003eGarmin Force Kraken\u003c\/a\u003e is the correct motor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs a circuit breaker required?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Confirm the correct breaker SKU with Rhodan or TrollingMotors.shop before purchasing — do not use SKU A00155, which Rhodan identifies as a Legacy breaker not compatible with the Gen5.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat battery system does the 36V Gen5 require?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThree 12V marine batteries wired in series, or a dedicated 36V lithium battery. Confirm battery capacity with TrollingMotors.shop for your runtime requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere is the Rhodan Gen5 made?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSarasota, Florida, using U.S. and globally sourced parts (90% U.S. content).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat warranty does the Gen5 include?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 5-year limited warranty with direct access to Rhodan's customer service department.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the remote come included?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The Gen5 includes a wireless FOB remote, a Quick Release Bracket, and a RAM Mount Stabilizer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuthorized Rhodan Marine Systems Dealer. Expert support before and after your purchase. 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