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flowdrive 10kW
Electric Propulsion for Narrowboats

Quiet, Clean
Power.

FlowDrive 10kW is a complete electric propulsion system from Flowboat — professionally tested and proven on UK canals since 2024. Replace your diesel with silence.

FlowDrive 10kW brushless motor unit — side profile showing belt drive and propshaft
10kW Brushless Motor
Bluetooth Monitoring
Built-in Thermal Protection
48V System
UK Technical Support
Proven Since 2024
Professional Installation
10kW Brushless Motor
Bluetooth Monitoring
Built-in Thermal Protection
48V System
UK Technical Support
Proven Since 2024
Professional Installation
Built for the UK Waterways
10kW
Brushless motor with integrated controller
48V
System voltage
30kg
Approximate weight
2024
Proven on UK canals since
FlowDrive 10kW motor — three-quarter view with wiring harness
Motor Unit
Propshaft bearing and mounting detail — precision engineering close-up
Shaft Bearing
FlowDrive 10kW motor — rear view showing controller and wiring
Controller Side

No fumes. No noise.
Minimal maintenance.

Electric propulsion, engineered for the UK canal network

Intelligent by Design

Bluetooth-connected monitoring and built-in protection that keeps your system safe.

01

Bluetooth Monitoring

Real-time data via smartphone app — power consumption, RPM, and temperature at your fingertips, wherever you are on the boat.

02

Thermal Protection

Automatic power reduction prevents damage. High temperature and overload alarms are built directly into the controller.

03

UK Technical Support

Based in London with direct access to the people who designed and built your system. Professional installation also available.

04

Proven System

Real-world operational data on UK canals since 2024. This isn't a prototype — it's a tested, working propulsion system.

What You Get

Included in the Kit

  • 10kW brushless motor with integrated controller
  • Throttle control (pre-wired cable)
  • All necessary wiring and connections
  • Installation documentation
  • Ready to connect to your 48V battery supply

You'll Need Separately

  • 48V battery bank — we can advise on sizing
  • Main battery isolator / disconnect
  • Fuses / circuit protection
  • Wiring from battery to motor

We can supply all additional parts and make up cables to specific lengths — available on request.

From Advice to
Complete Installation
1
Motor Kit

Sale of Motor Unit

The complete propulsion kit — motor, controller, throttle, wiring, and documentation. Ready for self-installation or your own marine engineer.

2
Design Service

Consultation & System Design

Full electrical system design — solar sizing, battery specification, consumer unit, wiring diagrams, and complete parts list for your specific boat.

3
Full Service

Design, Install & Commission

We supply and install everything — batteries, BMS, isolators, solar, MPPT controllers, inverters, chargers. Complete professional fit-out and commissioning.

Upgrades & Future
Available Now

Liquid Cooling

Enhanced cooling for extended high-power operation. Recommended for continuous cruising or larger vessels. Contact us for pricing and specification.

Coming Soon

20kW System

Higher power option in development. Same integrated design and smart features. Register your interest for notification when available.

Let's Talk About
Your Boat

From a quick question about battery sizing to a complete turn-key electric conversion. Based in Tottenham, London. Collection available.

Location
Tottenham, London — Collection available

Or email us directly at hello@flowboat.co.uk