Have you ever watched a sailboat come easily into a slip space with just a touch of a button? Bow thrusters used to be on larger powerboats and sailing yachts but over the years that has expanded to sailboats of all sizes. A bow thruster, located in the bow of the boat provides lateral thrust, which enables increased maneuverability.
Arm yourself with information for when you talk to dealers and installers. This article from www.arsangliandiesels.co.uk discusses what a thruster is and the differences between an electric and hydraulic bow thruster. Read more.
