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Reputedly the world’s lightest 10kW electric outboard set to make UK debut at Southampton

The Zparq Z10, billed as the world's lightest 10kW electric outboard, is set for its UK debut at the Southampton International Boat Show this year.

16 Sep

Edited September 16, 2026

Content by Elaine Veale

Zparq Z10 electric outboard motor mounted on a boat's transom, showing its compact tilt-and-trim mounting bracket.

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Zparq Z10 heads to Electric Outboard's stand at Southampton

The Zparq Z10 electric outboard motor will make its UK debut at the Southampton International Boat Show, appearing on the Electric Outboard stand (L122) in Lake Park this year.

Zparq Z10 10kW electric outboard powering a small boat across open water, ahead of its UK debut at Southampton

How Hyperflow Cooling keeps the Z10 light and compact

Developed in Sweden, the Zparq Z10 is described by Electric Outboard as the world’s lightest 10kW electric outboard motor. The short-shaft version weighs just 15.2kg plus its mounting bracket, while the long-shaft model weighs 17kg. Electric Outboard says the key to the Z10’s slim profile and low-volume, direct-drive motor pod is its patented Hyperflow Cooling™ system.

While conventional electric motors often rely on heavy and complex cooling systems, Hyperflow Cooling™ uses the surrounding water to cool the motor directly. The result, according to Electric Outboard, is a compact, lightweight motor that delivers high performance with few moving parts and minimal maintenance.

The introduction of the Z10 to the market represents a step change in the continuing development of electric propulsion systems. The Hyperflow Cooling™ is hugely innovative. We’ve seen increasing interest from customers wanting an electric outboard motor that can pack a punch in a lightweight, compact package.
Portability is absolutely key, and it’s not just the Z10 motor that ticks the box. The lightweight batteries consist of two battery packs and their ergonomic design makes them incredibly easy to hold and carry in case charging isn’t available at the dock.

Algie Bennett, founder and owner of Electric Outboard

Key features and UK availability

Other features of the Z10 include built-in electric tilt and trim, a mobile app with several smart features, and the ability to combine multiple battery packs to extend range.

The Zparq Z10 will be on display on the Electric Outboard stand (L122) in Lake Park at the Southampton International Boat Show, and will be available in the UK from early 2027.