LIGHT WEIGHT OFFSHORE ELECTRIC TENDER POWER 3hp versus 8hp

Hello Team OCC,

As I’m only 5’ 3” tall, I struggle to lift anything onboard safely that’s over 15kg, but I must consider the purchase of a light weight electric outboard for my small <2.9m Mercury RIB.

My two current favourites are;

1) The French TEMO 1000 3hp equivalent

(e.g. only 1000w power, but easiest to handle with 15kg weight including battery, has options for spare batteries, has a retractable tiller handle and an especially used adjustable shaft length)

https://www.yachtingworld.com/reviews/gear-reviews/first-look-temo-1000-electric-outboard


PLUS alternatively I could also safely use;


2) The French HY-generation 8hp equivalent

(e.g. lighter at 14kg, with 6000w power, but even more expensive)

https://www.pbo.co.uk/gear/new-electric-outboard-motors-ditch-the-props-for-greater-efficiency-70269


Bearing in mind I’m managing my tight budget, while planning an Atlantic crossing followed by a circumnavigation…

…please would you share your opinion on the power of tender necessary and if the extra power is worth the extra expense?

Grateful for your help and consideration,

Best wishes,


Sonia
SY Salacia