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Minn Kota Terrova vs Ultrex vs Ulterra

How Minn Kota's Terrova, Ultrex and Ulterra bow-mount trolling motors differ in steering, stowing and features.

The Terrova, Ultrex and Ulterra are Minn Kota’s three most popular bow-mount trolling motors. All three are available with Advanced GPS features; they differ mainly in how you steer them and how they stow.

Terrova Ultrex Ulterra
Main control Wireless remote (foot pedal on many models) Foot pedal with power-assisted cable steering Wireless remote and foot pedal
Stow and deploy Lever-assisted, by hand By hand with Lift Assist Automatic, at the push of a button
Best for Anglers who want GPS control from anywhere in the boat Bass anglers who steer with their feet Boats with a high bow where stowing by hand is awkward
Saltwater version Riptide Terrova – Riptide Ulterra

Terrova vs Ultrex

Choose the Ultrex if you prefer steering with a cable foot pedal and want the most direct feel; choose the Terrova if you would rather control the motor with a remote and move around the boat.

Ultrex vs Ulterra

The Ulterra’s main advantage is automatic stowing and deploying. The Ultrex is the choice for foot-pedal cable steering.

Terrova vs Ulterra

Both are remote-driven; the Ulterra adds automatic stow, deploy and trim, while the Terrova is the lighter, simpler option.

Terrova models

Ultrex models

Ulterra models

Shop each range: Minn Kota Terrova · Minn Kota Ultrex · Minn Kota Ulterra.

See also: Spot-Lock trolling motors · trolling motor size guide.

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