1854012 - Minn Kota RTA-17 Riptide Composite PD/AP QRB Bulk

Minn Kota RTA-17 Quaick Release Bracket

• Allows trolling motor to be quickly removed from and reattached to boat deck
• Low-profile design attaches trolling motor to top bracket and drops in over deck-mounted puck
• Composite construction resistant to rust, corrosion, and discoloration
• Includes stainless steel mounting hardware and locking pin
• Locking handle can be secured with 1/4", short shank padlock (not included) for additional security
• Compatible with Riptide Ulterra, Riptide Terrova, Riptide ST, Riptide PowerDrive, and Riptide SP
• Designed for use in saltwater

Easily remove your electric-steer, bow-mount trolling motor. High-yield composite construction is super strong and impervious to corrosion. Low-profile design leaves deck clear when motor is removed. Locking handle with stainless steel pins can be secured with padlock (padlock not included, sold separately).

NOTE: Not for use with any 112 lbs. thrust motors or any motor with a shaft length of 72" or longer. Instead use the RTA-54 model.

The Minn Kota RTA-17 Riptide Composite PD/AP QRB Bulk, part number 1854012, is a quick-release bracket designed for efficiently mounting and dismounting electric-steer, bow-mount trolling motors on boat decks. This component is suitable for IT hardware resellers supporting marine or specialized outdoor equipment businesses that require robust, corrosion-resistant mounting solutions. It addresses the need for rapid deployment and removal of trolling motors, which can simplify maintenance, storage, and transport. The low-profile design ensures the deck remains clear when the motor is detached. Constructed from high-yield composite material, it offers resistance to rust, corrosion, and discoloration, making it suitable for saltwater environments. The bracket includes stainless steel mounting hardware and a locking pin, with an option to secure the locking handle using a 1/4-inch, short shank padlock (not included) for enhanced security. This product is compatible with specific Minn Kota Riptide series motors, excluding those with 112 lbs. thrust or shaft lengths of 72 inches or longer.