As electric vehicles transform life on land, a new chapter of sustainable power is breaking open across the water. Meet the Kimple E498—a high-performance electric bass boat forged from innovation and built to challenge convention. Channeling the same disruptive spirit as the Tesla, the E498 launches a bold new era of electrified angling and boating adventure—where silence meets speed, and power meets purpose.
Sharing similar dimensions and battery capacity with the Model 3, this all-electric bass boat delivers zero-emission power, long-range cruising of over 100 km, and a pricing strategy that challenges industry norms. No longer reserved for pros, high-performance electric boats are becoming a reality for a broader audience—a true “Tesla on the water.”
This game-changing product is the result of a strategic partnership between ExploMar, a pioneer in electric outboard systems, and Kimple, a well-known brand in the fishing boat industry. Together, they are promoting high-performance electric bass boats across nearly 50 countries and regions.
The flagship model, E498, measures 4.98 meters in length and is equipped with ExploMar’s self-developed WAVE 70+ electric outboard paired with their 60 kWh battery pack. It supports fast charging in under one hour, delivers a cruising range of up to 100 km, and offers 5–8 hours of real-world runtime under mixed-speed conditions. With a tested top speed of 70 km/h and a global retail price of €49,990, the E498 sets a new benchmark in both high performance and market accessibility.
The E498 made its global debut at the 2025 Shanghai International Boat Show, where it immediately drew attention from fishing professionals and enthusiasts worldwide. Combining Kimple’s distinctive hull design with ExploMar’s advanced electric propulsion technology, the E498 balances speed, silence, and sustainability—proving that electric outboards are ready for real-world bass fishing.
Driven by a shared vision for the future of high performance electric fishing, ExploMar and Kimple have also co-founded the High-Performance Electric Bass Chamber in China. This initiative brings together partners across the supply chain to develop and scale electric fishing scenarios. Their expanded global collaboration now leverages Kimple’s extensive sales network and ExploMar’s electric propulsion expertise, accelerating the global adoption of sustainable solutions in bass fishing.
ExploMar Founder & CEO Alex Dong stated:
“We’re thrilled to deepen our global strategic partnership with Kimple. As more fishing waters around the world prioritize sustainability, electrification has become an industry-wide consensus. Through this collaboration, we aim to empower more anglers with the thrilling performance of high-powered electric bass boats.”
Kimple CEO Fan Tingxiang added:
“In the future, we’ll continue working with ExploMar to explore and apply a wider range of electric outboard systems across different fishing boat models—creating benchmark products for diverse waters and fishing needs, and leading the industry into a greener tomorrow.”
The partnership between ExploMar and Kimple is not just a fusion of high-performance powertrains and hull design—it’s a shared commitment to the future of sustainable water mobility. Through ongoing innovation, scenario development, and global outreach, the two companies are making high-performance electric bass fishing not only possible—but practical, exciting, and accessible.
About ExploMar
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About Kimple
info@kimpleboats.co
