The modern yachtsman no longer aspires to compromise. They demand performance without harming the environment. They want precision, silence and a motor that's as discreet as it is reliable. To meet these expectations, the TEMO·1000 electric motor is the ideal solution. No more dreading to start the motor, no more fiddling with the can, no more noise that drowns out your voice.
Simply recharged from a 220V socket or a 12V service circuit, the TEMO-1000 embodies a new way of sailing. But one question often comes up: what is its real autonomy? To find out, we've carried out a series of practical tests, under conditions close to those you'll encounter in your daily life.
Real figures for real situations
We could have simplified our discourse, rounded off the figures or chosen to rely on theoretical calculations that are often far removed from actual sailing conditions. Instead, we've opted for transparency. The data we present to you has been measured under sailing conditions.
These data are not absolute values: they naturally vary according to numerous parameters such as the type of boat, the number of people on board, the sea state, the wind or the current.
TEMO·1000 autonomy test background
The aim of this test is to give you a clear idea of how to use the TEMO·1000's battery: how long to navigate? at what speed? for what distance?
- Location: Vannes lock
- Date: Thursday, March 27, 2025
- Conditions: calm sea, moderate wind, rising current.
- Crew: four.
- Boat: Highfield 290 aluminum hull.
Did you know?
An electric motor is not controlled like a combustion engine: the maximum torque of an electric motor is almost immediate. As a result, with the TEMO·1000 you don't need to reach the maximum power of 1100W to enjoy significant performance. Needless to say, the TEMO·1000's propeller design has a lot to do with it!
Three regimes, three uses, three autonomies
In this test, we evaluated the performance of the TEMO-1000 with three levels of acceleration and power. Each configuration is tailored to a specific application, with very concrete results in terms of time, speed and distance.
Three regimes, three uses, three autonomies
In this test, we evaluated the performance of the TEMO·1000 at three different acceleration and power levels. Each configuration is tailored to a specific application, with very concrete results in terms of time, speed and distance.
Results analysis
HIGHT POWER
100% throttle: 1100 W
Résult:
- Autonomy: 1h, including 45 min at full power, followed by 15 min in "Safe Mode "*.
- Average speed at 1100W: 4.16 knots
- Distance covered: 3.6 nautical miles
Best practice:
This mode is preferable for occasional use requiring greater thrust: sailing against the current, facing the wind, or moving a more heavily laden boat.
MIDDLE POWER
50% of throttle: 550 W
Résult:
- Autonomy: 1h35
- Average speed: 3.46 knots
- Distance covered: 5.45 nautical miles
Best practice:
This power level represents a good compromise between speed and range. It's ideal for daily commutes, longer crossings or situations where a little more responsiveness is required, without sacrificing too much range.
LESS POWER
30% of throttle: 330 W
Résult:
- Autonomy: 2h38
- Average speed: 3.02 knots
- Distance covered: 8 nautical miles
Best practice:
This mode is ideally suited to calm sailing or harbor approaches. This is the most energy-efficient configuration, offering excellent autonomy for users who prefer duration to speed.
*SAFE MODE - At TEMO, we've developed an intelligent battery that automatically reduces its speed once the critical battery threshold is reached, known as safe mode.
Similarly, if the battery detects an anomaly, it can activate a safe mode. This is the case, for example, if a seaweed gets caught in the propeller. The motor will stop to prevent overheating. All that's left to do is remove the foreign matter from the propeller, and you'll be able to set off again with your TEMO·1000.
The malignant alternative:
85% of throttle - 825 W
- Autonomy: 1h05
- Average speed: 3.83 knots
- Distance covered: 4.04 nautical miles
This setting allows you to sail longer than at full power, without any real loss of average speed. Ideal for those who want a responsive motor without putting too much strain on the battery.
Remember: the difference in speed between 825 W and 1100 W is minimal, but autonomy gains. An excellent compromise for pragmatic browsers.
Further information
Estimated distance in nautical miles depending on power and number of people on board
Sailing speed in knots according to power and number of people on board
TEMO·1000: controlled autonomy, unrestricted use
Ultimately, the TEMO·1000 embodies a new way of thinking about electric propulsion. Versatile, unobtrusive and supremely efficient, this electric outboard confidently accompanies every harbor maneuver and crossing, whether it's a short dinghy trip or a more ambitious navigation aboard a 1.5-ton sailboat. When you choose autonomy over speed, you're making a clean, responsible choice, adapted to a new way of enjoying the sea. Ready to join the silent revolution? The TEMO·1000 is waiting for you, to reinvent every sea outing.
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