Rhodan Gen5 GPS Trolling Motor — 36V | 60” Shaft | White
Rhodan Gen5 GPS Trolling Motor — 36V | 60” Shaft | White
Rhodan Gen5 GPS Trolling Motor — 36V | 60" Shaft | White
The Rhodan Gen5 60" White (36V) is the versatile sweet spot of the 36V lineup — the best balance of shaft length and 36V performance for offshore bay boats and mid-size center consoles with a bow height between 30" and 36". It delivers 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.
The 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.
Available Finishes: ⚫ Black | ⚪ White (Current Model)
Manufactured in Sarasota, Florida with 90% U.S. content. Backed by a 5-year limited warranty with direct access to Rhodan's customer service team.
Is This the Right Model for Your Boat?
| Choose this model if... | Consider another model if... |
|---|---|
| Your bow height is between 30" and 36" | Your bow height is under 30" (use 48" shaft) |
| Your vessel weighs 6,000–15,000 lbs | Your bow height is over 36" (use 72" shaft) |
| You fish strong tidal current, rough inlets, or offshore structure | Your vessel weighs under 6,000 lbs (use 24V) |
| You run Simrad, Raymarine, or Lowrance electronics | You run Garmin electronics and want native helm integration |
Why the 60" Shaft? The Versatile Sweet Spot of the 36V Lineup
The 60" shaft is the best balance of shaft length and 36V performance for offshore bay boats and mid-size center consoles. Think of the 36V lineup this way:
- 48" — Maximum thrust for lower-bow offshore boats (bow under 30")
- 60" ← This motor — The versatile sweet spot for offshore bay boats and mid-size center consoles (bow 30–36")
- 72" — Higher bows and rougher offshore conditions (bow 36–42")
- 84"+ — Dedicated offshore platforms with high freeboard (bow 42"+)
The 60" fits the widest range of boats in the 36V lineup. If your bow height is under 30", the 48" shaft is the correct fit. If your bow height is over 36", step up to the 72" shaft. When in doubt, choose the next longer shaft — offshore conditions are less forgiving than inshore.
Why Choose 36V Instead of 24V?
The 36V Gen5 produces 120 lbs of thrust — 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.
Choose the 36V Rhodan Gen5 if you:
- Regularly fish in strong tidal current — inlets, passes, bridge pilings, and tidal flats
- Own a heavier bay boat or center console over 6,000 lbs
- Fish offshore reefs, wrecks, and live bottom where GPS Anchor hold is critical
- Need maximum steering authority in wind and chop
- Carry multiple anglers and heavy gear that pushes your vessel weight up
- Want additional thrust reserves rather than operating near maximum output
- Fish in conditions where a 24V motor would be working at or near its limit
If your boat is under approximately 6,000 lbs and you primarily fish protected bays, flats, or inshore waters, the 24V Rhodan Gen5 may be a better fit — and a lower-cost one.
Who Should Choose the Rhodan Gen5 36V 60" Shaft?
This motor is ideal for:
- Heavier bay boats and offshore center consoles between 6,000 and 15,000 lbs with a bow height of 30–36"
- Anglers fishing rough inlets, tidal passes, nearshore reefs, and offshore wrecks
- Boats that need sustained GPS Anchor hold in wind and current
- Anglers running Simrad, Raymarine, or Lowrance electronics
Excellent for these species and scenarios:
- Snapper · Grouper · Cobia · Amberjack · Tarpon · King Mackerel · Mahi
- Nearshore reef and wreck fishing
- Offshore structure and ledge fishing
- Bridge and inlet fishing in strong tidal current
- Anchoring over live bottom in wind and chop
- Extended offshore trips requiring all-day runtime
Who Should NOT Buy This Motor
Don't buy this model if:
- Your bow height is under 30" — the 36V 48" shaft is the correct fit
- Your bow height is over 36" — step up to the 36V 72" shaft
- Your vessel weighs under 6,000 lbs — the 24V 60" White is the correct and more cost-effective choice
- You run Garmin electronics and want native helm integration — the Garmin Force Kraken is the correct motor
We'd rather help you find the right motor than sell you the wrong one. Contact TrollingMotors.shop if you're unsure.
Typical Boats for the 36V 60" Shaft
The following boat types commonly pair with a 36V 60" shaft. This is not a compatibility guarantee — always confirm your specific bow height and vessel weight before ordering.
- 22–25 ft offshore bay boats (heavier rigged configurations)
- Mid-size center consoles with moderate bow heights
- Hybrid bay/offshore boats in the 6,000–10,000 lb range
- Coastal fishing platforms with bow heights in the 30–36" range
Representative examples:
- Contender 25 Tournament (mid-bow configurations)
- Yellowfin 26 (standard configurations)
- Robalo R260 (standard configurations)
- Mako 234 CC (heavier rigged configurations)
- Grady-White Freedom 235 (heavier configurations)
Confirm your bow height measurement before ordering. When in doubt, choose the next longer shaft.
Real-World Performance — Where This Motor Works
The 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.
Offshore reefs and live bottom: 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.
Bridge pilings in tidal current: 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.
Nearshore wrecks and artificial reefs: Stay over structure in tidal flow without re-anchoring. The additional thrust reserve keeps you locked on target when current is running hard.
Coastal passes and wind-against-tide situations: Maintain station when wind and current are working against each other — the conditions where a 24V motor would be working at or near its limit. The 36V system has the thrust reserve to hold.
Inlet edges in changing wind: 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.
Offshore structure and ledges: 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.
Extended offshore trips: All-day runtime under demanding conditions. The 36V system operates with more thrust reserve, drawing less proportional current at typical fishing speeds.
Shaft Selection at a Glance — 36V Series
| Shaft | Best Bow Height | Typical Boat | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| 48" | Under 30" | Low-bow offshore center consoles | Maximum thrust, lightest 36V option |
| 60" ← This motor | 30–36" | Offshore bay boats, mid-size center consoles | Versatile sweet spot — most common 36V fit |
| 72" | 36–42" | Large bay boats, higher bows | Higher bows and rougher offshore conditions |
| 84" | 42–48" | Offshore center consoles | Dedicated offshore platforms |
| 96" | 48–54" | High-freeboard offshore boats | Large offshore and tournament boats |
| 108" | 54–60" | Large offshore / charter boats | Charter boats and very high bows |
| 120" | 60"+ | Extreme offshore / maximum freeboard | Maximum reach for extreme offshore applications |
When in doubt, choose the next longer shaft. Offshore conditions are less forgiving than inshore — a prop that breaks the surface in chop loses all thrust instantly. → Use Rhodan's official size guide to confirm your selection.
24V vs. 36V — Which Is Right for Your Boat?
| Factor | 24V | 36V (this motor) |
|---|---|---|
| Thrust | 80 lbs | 120 lbs |
| Vessel weight | Under 6,000 lbs | 6,000–15,000 lbs |
| Typical boat | Flats boats, bay boats | Offshore center consoles, heavy bay boats |
| Typical conditions | Moderate wind and current | Rough inlets, tidal passes, offshore structure |
| Runtime under load | Good for inshore use | Extended runtime in demanding conditions |
| Steering authority | Sufficient for lighter vessels | Maximum authority in wind and chop |
If your boat is near the 6,000 lb boundary, choose 36V. The additional thrust provides meaningfully better GPS Anchor hold in current and chop, more steering authority in wind, and longer runtime when the motor is working hard.
GPS Anchor — Rhodan's Precision Dynamic Positioning System
Rhodan's GPS Anchor uses a dynamic positioning system 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 — meaning more consistent hold over offshore structure, through tidal current changes, and in the kind of wind and chop that pushes lighter motors off position.
Activate GPS Anchor from the wireless FOB remote, the Rhodan app, or directly from the base display. Your position is locked until you release it.
Simrad, Raymarine & Lowrance Integration
The 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.
Important: 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.
If you run Garmin, the Garmin Force Kraken is the correct motor for native Garmin integration.
Rhodan App — Full Motor Control from Your Phone
The Rhodan app (iOS and Android, free) provides full motor control from your smartphone — speed, heading, GPS Anchor, and motor status.
Key Specifications
- Model: G5W36060
- Shaft length: 60"
- Finish: White
- Voltage: 36V
- Thrust: 120 lbs
- Recommended vessel weight: 6,000–15,000 lbs
- Recommended bow height: 30–36"
- GPS system: GPS Anchor (dynamic positioning)
- MFD integration: Simrad, Raymarine, Lowrance (via MFD Gateway + NMEA 2000)
- Base display: Full-screen with button controls
- Sliding base: 10" front-to-back adjustment
- Warranty: 5-year limited
- Origin: Made in Sarasota, Florida (90% U.S. content)
- Includes: Wireless FOB remote, Quick Release Bracket, RAM Mount Stabilizer
- Required: Properly rated marine circuit breaker — do not use SKU A00155
Before You Order — Checklist
- ☐ Bow height 30–36" (mounting surface to waterline with fishing load)
- ☐ Vessel weight 6,000–15,000 lbs
- ☐ 36V battery system available or planned
- ☐ Adequate bow clearance for 60" shaft at full deployment
- ☐ If using MFD integration: NMEA 2000 backbone and display compatibility confirmed
Not sure? Contact TrollingMotors.shop before ordering.
Before You Install — What You'll Need
Required:
- 36V battery system (three 12V batteries wired in series, or a dedicated 36V lithium battery)
- Properly rated marine circuit breaker — confirm correct Gen5 SKU with Rhodan or TrollingMotors.shop. Do not use SKU A00155.
- Marine-grade wiring in the correct gauge for your run length
- 36V battery charger
Wire size: under 15 ft — 6 AWG minimum. 15–25 ft — 4 AWG minimum. Over 25 ft — 2 AWG minimum.
Explore the Full Rhodan Gen5 36V Lineup
36V (120 lbs thrust — boats 6,000–15,000 lbs):
- 48" | Black | 48" | White — Maximum thrust for lower-bow offshore boats
- 60" | Black | 60" | White (this product) — Versatile sweet spot for offshore bay boats and mid-size center consoles
- 72" | Black | 72" | White — Higher bows and rougher offshore conditions
- 84" | Black | 84" | White — Dedicated offshore platforms
- 96" | Black | 96" | White — Large offshore and tournament boats
- 108" | Black | 108" | White — Charter boats and very high bows
- 120" | Black | 120" | White — Maximum reach for extreme offshore applications
Also available in 24V (80 lbs thrust — boats under 6,000 lbs): 48" | Black | 48" | White
Why Buy From TrollingMotors.shop?
- ✓ Authorized Rhodan Marine Systems Dealer
- ✓ Free Nationwide Shipping
- ✓ Expert Technical Support — before and after your purchase
- ✓ Battery & Circuit Breaker Guidance
- ✓ MFD Integration Support
- ✓ Genuine OEM Product — factory warranty intact
Made & Supported in the USA
Every 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.
Rhodan Gen5 vs. Garmin Force Kraken
- Rhodan Gen5 — native Simrad, Raymarine, and Lowrance integration via MFD Gateway. Proven GPS Anchor heritage. Made in the USA.
- Garmin Force Kraken — native Garmin chartplotter integration. Brushless motor. The correct choice for anglers running Garmin electronics.
→ Full comparison: Garmin Force Kraken vs. Rhodan Gen5
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is the 60" the versatile sweet spot of the 36V lineup?
The 60" fits the widest range of boats in the 36V lineup — offshore bay boats and mid-size center consoles with a bow height between 30" and 36". It's the best balance of shaft length and 36V performance for that boat profile.
How do I know if I need the 60" or a longer shaft?
Measure your bow height from the mounting surface to the waterline with a typical fishing load. If your bow height is 30–36", the 60" is correct. If it's over 36", step up to the 72" shaft. When in doubt, choose the next longer shaft.
Why do I need 36V instead of 24V?
If 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.
Does the Gen5 work with Garmin chartplotters?
No — the Gen5 integrates natively with Simrad, Raymarine, and Lowrance via Rhodan's MFD Gateway and NMEA 2000. For Garmin integration, the Garmin Force Kraken is the correct motor.
Is a circuit breaker required?
Yes. 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.
What battery system does the 36V Gen5 require?
Three 12V marine batteries wired in series, or a dedicated 36V lithium battery. Confirm battery capacity with TrollingMotors.shop for your runtime requirements.
Where is the Rhodan Gen5 made?
Sarasota, Florida, using U.S. and globally sourced parts (90% U.S. content).
What warranty does the Gen5 include?
A 5-year limited warranty with direct access to Rhodan's customer service department.
Does the remote come included?
Yes. The Gen5 includes a wireless FOB remote, a Quick Release Bracket, and a RAM Mount Stabilizer.
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