How long do gator-tail motors last?

honestly imho, it will not last 10 years unless you just never use it. If you are considering a 2015, get the EFI 37HP. Getting the most HP you can afford is the best rule of thumb as you will use it (especially when adding passengers or dealing with rough water).

Where are Gator-Tail motors made?

Headquartered in Loreauville, La., Gator-Tail outboard motors are the original belt-driven, surface-drive mud motors and are made in the USA. Gator-Tail Outboards deliver speed and quality and are the only outboard motor on the market with an instant reverse option.

Do go devil motors have reverse?

Additionally, the GO-DEVIL® Surface Drive utilizes a constant velocity joint that eliminates undesirable engine angle. At the end of the drive train rests the latest in propeller design and innovation. This propeller is designed to cut and “sling” through the thickest mud and still perform in reverse.

What motor does Gator Tail use?

GTR40XD-EFI.

How much does a Go Devil cost?

$5,395
GPS speeds for these engines have reached 24 mph in shallow water on 16′ x 48″ GO-DEVIL SD Boats and one man….23 HP VANGUARD SURFACE DRIVE.

PRODUCT TYPE: Surface Drive Engine
PRICE: $5,395
ENGINE (HP): 23
BEST ON: 15 x 42 to 16 x 48
WEIGHT (LBS): 220

What is a surface drive?

Surface-drive motors are another form of mud motor preferred by those who have longer trips in slightly deeper water. Like long-tail motors, surface-drive motors perform very well against mud, weeds, and stumps. Surface-drive motors have a much shorter driveshaft than long-tail motors.

How fast will a 23 hp mud motor go?

20 – 23
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PRODUCT TYPE: Surface Drive Engine
BEST ON: 15 x 42 to 16 x 48
WEIGHT (LBS): 220
APPROX. SPEED (MPH): 20 – 23
ELECTRIC START: Standard

How fast is a 23 hp?

23 HP VANGUARD LONGTAIL

PRODUCT TYPE: Longtail Engine
BEST ON: 16/18 x 38/48
WEIGHT (LBS): 178
SHAFT LENGTH (IN.): 72
APPROX. SPEED (MPH): 18