The efficiency of electric propulsion combined with the energy-density and power of diesel in a compact, easy-to-install hybrid. Max Hybrid combines both a serial and parallel hybrid in one compact, powerful drive.
Max Hybrid provides the speed and range boaters require while maintaining an enjoyable environment onboard. Boaters can use clean, quiet energy with an electric motor, and use a diesel engine as needed. Both the electric and diesel systems operate at peak efficiencies, making a hybrid without compromise:
Max Hybrids meet the power demands of sailboats, trawlers, and fishing boats.
The diesel engine almost always operates at peak efficiency, whether charging and/or propelling, resulting in longer range and less run-time of the generator for house loads.
Parallel operation allows for a much larger propeller than diesel alone, resulting in higher efficiencies of the diesel engine throughout mid-range rpm.
The twin electric motors/generators quickly start the diesel engine at high revolutions without hesitation.
See which Max Hybrid is best for your boat:
Max Hybrid Model |
26 kW |
38 kW |
51 kW |
61 kW |
| Voltage | 48 volts | 48 volts | 48 volts | 48 volts |
| Recommended Max Boat Length | 35 feet | 40 feet | 45 feet | 50 feet |
| Rec’d Max Displacement | 20,000 lbs | 30,000 lbs | 40,000 lbs | 50,000 lbs |
Parallel Mode |
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| Diesel Power | 15 kW (20 hp) | 18 kW (25 hp) | 31 kW (42 hp) | 41 kW (55 hp) |
| Electric Alternator/Motors | 11 kW | 20 kW | 20 kW | 20 kW |
| Total Power | 26 kW (35 hp) | 38 kW (51 hp) | 51 kW (68 hp) | 61 kW (80 hp) |
Serial Mode |
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| Generator Power | 11 kW | 20 kW | 20 kW | 20 kW |
| Electric Propulsion | 8 kW | 8 kW | 8 kW | 12 kW |
Battery Performance |
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| Battery Bank Size | 20 kWh | 25 kWh | 25 kWh | 30 kWh |
| House Loads | 100 watts | 150 watts | 200 watts | 250 watts |
| House Load Time | 7 days | 5 days | 4 days | 4 days |
| Motor Sailing Load | 1 kW | 1.25 kW | 1.5 kW | 2 kW |
| Motor Sailing Time | 16 hours | 16 hours | 13 hours | 12 hours |