MANTA5 SL3 Plus
Electric Hydrofoil Bike Built for Easy Riding, Family Use, and Modular Transport
The Manta5 SL3 Plus is the definitive choice for riders seeking the perfect balance of ease of use and maximum endurance. As the lineup’s best seller, it features the stable “White Orca” chassis and the high-capacity Hydropack 1000 battery, delivering an impressive 300 minutes of riding time. Engineered with Manta5’s Easy Launch technology and the durable FC2 learner foil, the SL3 Plus makes foiling accessible to everyone while providing the range needed for extensive coastal and lakeside exploration.
Engine:
Electric
Max Load:
100 kg
Charge Time:
3 hours
Top Speed:
20 km/h
Propulsion System:
Electric Throttle-Only Launch
Battery:
Hydropack 1000 Long-Range
DISCOVER
Equipment
Motor type
Custom in-line electric motor, sealed to IP67
Power
2500W
Top speed
20 km/h / 12 mph
Cruising speed
11 km/h / 7 mph
Minimum speed
6 km/h / 4 mph
Riding time
300 min
Battery system
Lithium-ion Hydropack
Battery options
Hydropack 1000: 1000Wh / Hydropack 600: 600Wh
Voltage
52V nominal
Peak discharge
3000W
Charge time
Quick charge: 300 min
Battery charge time
Hydropack 1000: 3 hours / Hydropack 600: 2 hours
Control system
Wired Manta5 Remote
Display
Integrated LCD display with battery level, assist level, throttle position, system warnings, rider power, and rider cadence
Assist levels
10 electrical pedal-assist levels
Ride modes
Pedal Assist with optional throttle override / Boost mode
Frame
Composite frame with integrated buoyancy
Drive unit
Toolless detachable sealed drive unit
Gearboxes
3 purpose-built Manta5 gearboxes, IPX8 rated
Gearbox type
Custom planetary gearbox
Driveshaft
Aluminium
Propeller shaft
Stainless steel
Propeller
Carbon fibre reinforced nylon
Rear foil
FC2 Fixed Chord rear foil
Rear foil wingspan
2 m / 6 ft 6 in
Assembly
Toolless quick connection points
Maintenance
Simple hose wash-down after salt water riding
Surf weight
40 kg
Max rider weight
100 kg
Brand
Manta5
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
ENGINE
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Motor Type | Custom in-line electric motor, sealed to IP67 |
| Power | 2500W |
| Top Speed | 20 km/h / 12 mph |
| Cruising Speed | 11 km/h / 7 mph |
| Minimum Speed | 6 km/h / 4 mph |
| Ride Modes | Pedal Assist with optional throttle override / Boost |
| Control | Wired Manta5 Remote |
| Motor Control | Torque and cadence-controlled motor power |
DRIVE UNIT
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Chassis | Composite frame with integrated buoyancy |
| Drive Unit | Toolless detachable sealed drive unit |
| Gearboxes | 3 purpose-built Manta5 gearboxes, IPX8 rated |
| Gearbox | Custom planetary |
| Driveshaft | Aluminium |
| Propeller Shaft | Stainless steel |
| Propeller | Carbon fibre reinforced nylon |
| Rear Foil | FC2 Fixed Chord |
| Rear Foil Connection | Custom Tapered Shoe |
| Rear Foil Aspect Ratio | High, 10 |
| Rear Foil Wingspan | 2 m / 6 ft 6 in |
ELECTRICAL & FEATURES
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Battery Chemistry | Lithium-ion |
| Voltage | 52V nominal |
| Hydropack 1000 | 1000Wh |
| Hydropack 600 | 600Wh |
| Peak Discharge | 3000W |
| Battery Housing | Dual-layer marine-grade housing, clear outer layer, IP67 rated |
| Battery Management | Integrated Battery Management System with constant pulse monitoring |
| Charger | 52V, 110/240V AC input |
| Quick Charge | 300 min |
| Battery Charge Time | Hydropack 1000: 3 hours / Hydropack 600: 2 hours |
| Display | Integrated LCD display |
| Display Data | Battery level, assist level, throttle position, system warnings, rider power, rider cadence |
| Assist Levels | 10 assist power levels |
| Firmware Updates | Via Bluetooth |
| Throttle | Throttle override |
| Maintenance | Low maintenance with simple hose wash-down after salt water riding |
DIMENSIONS & CAPACITY
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Assembled Dimensions | 1.4 m high x 2 m wide x 2.2 m long |
| Assembled Dimensions | 4.5 ft high x 6.5 ft wide x 7.2 ft long |
| Surf Weight | 40 kg |
| Max Rider Weight | 100 kg |
| Riding Time | 300 min |
| Modular Breakdown | Five smaller assemblies |
| Heaviest Module | 13.9 kg / 30 lb |
| Chassis Weight | 10.1 kg / 22 lb |
| Drive Train Weight | 13.9 kg / 30 lb |
| FC2 Rear Foil Weight | 5.8 kg / 12.5 lb |
| Hydropack 1000 Battery Weight | 8.6 kg / 19 lb |
| Hydropack 600 Battery Weight | 7.1 kg / 15.5 lb |
| Tiller and Front Foil Weight | 1.9 kg / 4 lb |
| Storage | Modular design for compact storage and transport |