Thread: Ultrex vs ulterra

The Ulterra is essentially a Terrova with Auto deploy. The Ultrex combines the response and feedback of a cable steer motor with the GPS functions (spot lock, autopilot, etc.) of an electric steer.

The Ulterra would likely be preferable if you do a lot of trolling or sitting over submerged structure. The Ultrex would be better for dipping timber or dock shooting, where careful maneuvering around obstacles is needed.

Thanks you. Yes do alot spider rigging.....not a whole lot of single poling...do on occasion bass fish but....
I appreciate your advice

Tom

This spring I purchased a new to me rig with a 36V 112 lbs Ulterra. The auto stow/deploy was pretty convenient. The electric steer was an issue for me. I was coming from a small aluminum boat with an old Motorguide. I only spider rig. With that rig I had became used to constantly being on the trolling motor. With the new rig I was a hot mess. The Ulterra was very robotic using the foot pedal. When using the hand remote, it was better but then one of my hands was occupied. It was a pretty rough transition going from an old cable steer to an electric steer. I sold the Ulterra and bought an Ultrex but have yet to install.

Tom, I have the xpress x18pfc. Did you go with the 115 or 150? Mine is a year old and I dropped it off yesterday to repower to the 150.

I run a terrova on mine.
As far as motor, the 115 will push you by yourself about 46mph. When you load it down, fill the livewells and have a partner think 42. If you add a kid to the mix, 38-41. I expected the boat to run mid 50's, it won't. Just wanted you to know what it really does. I absolutely love the boat layout though.
I'm putting an atlas hydraulic jackplate and 150 on mine.

I put a ulterra on my 17ft alumcraft, I fish by myself with a bad back and unloading was a problem. Now put it in the water hit anchor use remote to bring it to dock i love that. To move just hit a button and its stoved. I prefer the feel of cable steer but at 74 the trade off is worth it to me. There is a trade off just what works for you.

Havent ordered yet going next week....thanks for the info everyone.
Still cant decide on which one....

U like terrova? Sometimes mine cant get annoying when stowing with rod holders and such....