TALON

LOCKED AND LOADED

Deeper. Tougher. Quieter. Smarter. You demand a lot out of your shallow water anchor, and Talon delivers all of it and then some. The world’s only 12' shallow water anchor also boasts game-changing toughness, speed, strength and stealth operation. Stand your ground with Talon.

USER-SELECTABLE ANCHORING MODES

Anchoring in hard bottom isn’t the same as anchoring into mud.  With Talon, you can choose between multiple modes to ensure the right hold and fast, easy anchor retraction:  Auto-Drive Mode, Soft Bottom Mode and Rough Water Mode.

ELECTRO-MECHANICAL DESIGN

With no hydraulics, the lightweight, space-saving Talon is as easy to install as a trolling motor. You can do it yourself, and save the money on a costly installation.

FAST, VERTICAL DEPLOYMENT

While the competitor's extended “crab leg” ties up your lines and costs you fish, Talon’s patented sequential vertical deployment is quicker, quieter and stays out of your way.

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  • FEATURES
    • ELECTRO-MECHANICAL DESIGN
    • USER-SELECTABLE ANCHORING MODES
    • AUTO UP/DOWN
    • FAST, VERTICAL DEPLOYMENT
    • BUILT-IN WAVE ABSORPTION
    • LED DEPTH INDICATOR
    • DEPLOYMENT NOTIFICATION ALARM
    • STANDARD WIRELESS REMOTES
    • TRIPLE DEBRIS SHIELDS
    • VERSATILE ADJUSTMENTS
    • SALTWATER TESTED
    • WARRANTY
    • Talon-Electro-Design

      Electro-Mechanical Design

      With no hydraulics, the lightweight, space-saving Talon is as easy to install as a trolling motor. You can do it yourself, and save the money on a costly installation. Talon's innovative design - featuring minimal moving parts, no hinge points and a motor that stays above the waterline - ensures that you're always in stealth mode.  Stays silent below the water - thanks to a motor that is always a few feet above the waterline.  The competition's noisy hydraulic pump sits in the bilge, right where the fish can hear it coming.

    • Talon-User-Selectable-Anchoring-Modes

      User-Selectable Anchoring Modes

      Anchoring in hard bottom isn’t the same as anchoring into mud.
      With Talon, you can choose between multiple modes to ensure the right hold and fast, easy anchor retraction.
      AUTO-DRIVE MODE: Powers the spike into the bottom with three increasingly aggressive hits.
      SOFT BOTTOM MODE: For less aggressive anchoring – and easier anchor retraction – in water with a muddy or silted bottom.
      ROUGH WATER MODE: For heavy wind and chop, this mode performs three consecutive Auto-Drive sequences at 10-second intervals for a triple-strength hold.

    • Talon-Multi-Stage-Deploy

      Auto Up/Down

      Hit the button, then get back to fishing. Only Talon has Auto Up/Down, which makes lowering and raising the anchor as easy as using a car’s automatic windows. Utilizing bottom-sensing technology, Talon automatically knows when it has anchored, so you don’t have to hold down the button and wait.

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    • Talon-Multi-Stage-Deploy

      Fast, Vertical Deployment

      Head-to-head, Talon beats any other shallow water anchor in a race to the bottom. Talon deploys vertically in three stages . While the competitor's extended “crab leg” ties up your lines and costs you fish, Talon’s patented sequential deployment is quicker, quieter and stays out of your way. 

      2X Anchoring Force

      Talon is built with double the force of the competition to lock you into your spot with unparalleled strength and security.

       

    • Talon-Wave-Absorption

      Built-in Wave Absorption

      Talon allows your boat to move up or down without affecting the anchor. Its exclusive built-in floating suspension keeps you locked to the bottom, even in rough water.

    • Talon-Depth-LED

      LED Depth Indicator

      Track anchor depth at a glance. The LED lights on Talon show you how far down you’re deployed with each light indicating two feet of depth.

    • Talon-Deployment-Notification

      Deployment Notification Alarm

      Talon’s indestructible composite spike bends but doesn’t break - even if you try to take off while deployed. And if you do that, Talon’s the only anchor with an audible alert to let you know.

    • Talon-Remote

      Standard Wireless Remotes

      Two wireless remotes – and a dash mount holder – come standard to give you push-button control of Talon from anywhere on the boat. All remotes are waterproof and can float.

    • Talon-Triple-Debris-Shield

      Triple Debris Shields

      Three custom-fit shields on the bottom and inside of Talon prevent mud or anything else from being pulled back into the unit. The indestructible spike goes out, and nothing comes back in.

    • Talon-Versatile-Adjustments

      Versatile Adjustments

      While other anchors limit you to one position, Talon’s Quick Release Bracket enables up and down adjustment, 30° of pivoting, and easy
      removal when Talon’s not in use.

    • Saltwater Tested

      Over 80 years of trolling motor design and testing taught us how to full combat the corrosive effects of saltwater.  And we build that know-how into every Talon, so saltwater wont' stand a chance.

    • Talon-Spike

      Lifetime Warranty - Indestructible Anchoring Spike

      Talon's unbreakable composite fiberglass spike is built with outstanding flexibility and can withstand years of abuse – we guarantee it for life.

      Five-Year Warranty

      Talon carries a five-year limited warranty – plus a lifetime warranty on the spike and a five-year warranty on all brackets.
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    TALON 10 FT CAMO

    Shallow water anchor locks you into your spot - 10ft depth, camo with tan

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    TALON 12 FT BLACK

    Shallow water anchor locks you into your spot - 12ft depth, black with black

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    Shallow water anchor locks you into your spot - 12ft depth, blue with black

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    TALON 12 FT RED

    Shallow water anchor locks you into your spot - 12ft depth, red with black

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    TALON 12 FT SILVER-BLACK

    Shallow water anchor locks you into your spot - 12ft depth, silver with black

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    Shallow water anchor locks you into your spot - 12ft depth, silver with white

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    TALON 12 FT WHITE

    Shallow water anchor locks you into your spot - 12ft depth, white with white

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    TALON 10 FT SILVER-BLACK

    Shallow water anchor locks you into your spot - 10ft depth, silver with black

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    TALON 10 FT RED

    Shallow water anchor locks you into your spot -10ft depth, red with black

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    TALON 10 FT BLACK

    Shallow water anchor locks you into your spot - 10ft depth, black with black

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    TALON 10 FT SILVER-WHITE

    Shallow water anchor locks you into your spot - 10ft depth, silver with white

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    TALON 10 FT BLUE

    Shallow water anchor locks you into your spot - 10ft depth, blue with black

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    TALON 10 FT WHITE

    Shallow water anchor locks you into your spot - 10ft depth, white with white

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    TALON 8 FT BLUE

    Shallow water anchor locks you into your spot - 8ft depth, blue with black

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    TALON 8 FT RED

    Shallow water anchor locks you into your spot - 8ft depth, red with black

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    TALON 8 FT BLACK

    Shallow water anchor locks you into your spot - 8ft depth, black with black

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    TALON 8 FT SILVER-WHITE

    Shallow water anchor locks you into your spot - 8ft depth, silver with white

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    TALON 8 FT SILVER-BLACK

    Shallow water anchor locks you into your spot - 8ft depth, silver with black

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    TALON JACKPLATE ADAPTER BRACKET-PORT/STARBOARD

    Mount Talon directly to the side of your jack plate, on either the port or starboard side of your boat.

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    TALON TILT BRACKET-10'/12'

    Easy-tilt action accommodates for low clearance areas and boat storage.

    Price: $229.99 Details

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TALON FAQs

Can I install an electrical plug on the Minn Kota Talon shallow water anchor lead wires?

Yes. Minn Kota offers a  Quick Disconnect Power Plug accessory specifically designed for the Minn Kota Talon. READ MORE

Can I use multiple remotes with my Minn Kota product?

Talon: Yes, you can use up to ten remotes simultaneously.
i-Pilot: Yes, you can use unlimited remotes simultaneously.
i-Pilot Link: Yes, you c…

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Do I need a separate battery to operate my Minn Kota Talon shallow water anchor?

No. Minn Kota recommends connecting your Talon shallow water anchor to the starting/cranking battery of your boat.  READ MORE

Does the Minn Kota Talon shallow water anchor have a fuse? What size is it? Where can I purchase the fuse?

Two Stage Talons (6' & 8'): Yes, the Talon has an in-line 30A blade style fuse. These can be purchased at any automotive parts store.

Three Stage Talon…

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How do I determine where and how to mount my Minn Kota Talon shallow water anchor?

This will vary from one boat to the next. It is important to check for proper steering and trimming clearances when laying out your installation. Se…

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How do I know when I should use a mounting bracket for the Minn Kota Talon shallow water anchor?

Some boats have irregular shaped transoms and the standard Talon quick release mounting bracket cannot be mounted directly to the transom. In other …

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How do I mount a Minn Kota Talon shallow water anchor when I have Trim Tabs?

Talon requires a minimum of 6" of clearance from the mounting surface. If further clearance is required, or it is necessary to mount over top of tri…

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How is the maximum deployment of the Minn Kota Talon shallow water anchor measured?

From the bottom of the Talon shallow water anchor to the tip of the spike when fully deployed.  READ MORE

If I adjust the Minn Kota Talon shallow water anchor extrusion lower to the water, do I gain more depth?

Yes. But the user must be aware that Minn Kota recommends a minimum of 4" up from the bottom of the hull line to minimize spray. Dragging the Talon th READ MORE

In the event that my Minn Kota shallow water anchor does not stow or deploy, is there a way I can do it manually?

In the case where your Talon does not stow or deploy, we recommend referring to the trouble shooting section of your owners’ manual.

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Is the Minn Kota Talon shallow water anchor completely battery operated?

Yes. The Minn Kota Talon shallow water anchor is a mechanical design that is 100% electricity driven, so there is no messy hydraulic fluid and/or hose READ MORE

What is the difference between Wave Absorption vs. Rough Water Mode?

Wave Absorption is a built-in floating suspension that allows your boat to move up and down in moderate waves and chop without affecting anchoring.

Rou…

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What is the overall length of Talon shallow water anchor when stowed?

Two Stage Models (Produced from 2011 to 2015): 

6' Talon is 45"
8' Talon is 57"

Three Stage Models (Produced from 2014 to present): 

8' Talon is 41" (Pr…

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What type of battery does my Minn Kota remote require?

i-Pilot remote: One CR2450 coin-cell battery (included)

i-Pilot Link remote: One 3.7 volt, 1200mAh rechargeable Lithium battery (included)

Micro remote…

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When do I want to use the reverse angle on the bracket when mounting Talon?

Some boat models have transoms that angle towards the inside of the boat. In these cases, the Talon quick release bracket can be inverted to account f READ MORE

Where can I find a copy of the Talon 10'-12' installation manual?

You can access the Talon 10'-12' installation guide here.

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Where can I find a copy of the Talon 10'-12' owner's manual?

You can access the Talon 10'-12' owner's manual here.

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Where can I find a copy of the Talon 6'-8' installation guide?

You can access the Talon 6'-8' installation guide here.

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Where can I find a copy of the Talon 6'-8' owner's manual?

You can access the Talon 6'-8' owner's manual here.

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Which side of the boat do I want to install Talon?

Minn Kota recommends installing Talon on the port (left) side of your boat in order to give you the maximum amount of clearance between the boat engin READ MORE

Why do I want to be able to adjust the Talon up or down when mounting on my boat?

Each boats sits differently in the water, and has varying amounts of draft (hull under the water line). While Minn Kota recommends that the Talon moun READ MORE

How do I clean my 10' or 12' Talon Shallow Water Anchor?

We recommend, as part of your normal routine, to rinse the Talon after each use to minimize any build up on the anchor.

1. 30 second deep water rinse. …

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What is the max boat weight and length that a Talon shallow water anchor can hold?

A single Talon is capable of anchoring a boat up to 28’ in length, and 4,500 lbs. For boats larger than this, we would recommend an additional Talon t READ MORE

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