Boat Steering System and Cable for W Platform Motors
The wheel and mechanical cable that turn a W platform drive from a console — listed as an accessory option so an existing helm can be kept.
What It Is
The W platform is defined by steering-wheel control, and this is the system that provides it: a wheel and a mechanical cable running back to the drive. Caroute lists it as an accessory option rather than fitted equipment, because a boat that already carries a helm does not need a second one.
On the W platform package Caroute sells direct, the speed control cable is quoted at 150" and the power cable at 70". Confirm the run length on your own boat before ordering.
Why It Is Specified
- Turns the whole drive from the console
Mechanical cable steering rather than an electric actuator.
- Optional, not mandatory
Boats with an existing helm can reuse it.
- Matched to the W platform
Specified for the Caroute W platform drive.
- Published cable lengths
The direct-sale W platform package quotes a 150" speed control cable.
Application Scenarios
- Owners fitting a W platform drive to a boat with no helm.
- Builders specifying a complete console package.
- Operators replacing a worn cable system.
What It Fixes
- A drive without steering is not a boat
This is the factory steering system for the W platform.
- Mixing brands of cable and wheel invites slop at the helm
The wheel and cable are supplied as one system.
- Cable runs vary by hull
Published lengths let the run be checked before ordering.
Published Technical Data
Every figure below is published by Caroute. Anything not published is marked TBC rather than estimated.
- Type
- Mechanical steering wheel and cable
- For
- Caroute W platform
- Supply
- Accessory option
- Speed control cable length
- 150" on the W platform package sold direct
What Is In the Box
- Steering wheel.
- Mechanical steering cable.
- For the Caroute W platform.
- Supplied as an accessory option.
What Can Be Changed
- Supplied with a W platform drive or ordered separately.
- Twin-motor installations use the joint axis in addition, adjustable 580 mm to 700 mm.
How It Compares Within the Range
| Option | What is different | Best suited to |
|---|---|---|
| Steering wheel and cable | Console steering | W platform |
| Extendable tiller | Hand steering at the drive | N platform |
| PWM or wireless control | Signal steering | R platform |
How to Specify and Fit It
Measure the cable run from helm to transom before ordering.
Mount the wheel where the cable can turn without a tight radius.
Check lock-to-lock travel on the drive before the first run.
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Read articleQuestions About the Boat Steering System and Cable
Is the steering system included with a W platform motor?
What cable length is supplied?
Can it steer two motors?
Does it work with the N platform?
Is the steering electric or mechanical?
Quote the Boat Steering System and Cable
Send the boat details, the thrust rating and any option you need changed. You will get a specification back, not a brochure.