[CA] [CA11] Autopilot

[Chuck - Raymarine - Moderator]

Welcome to the Raymarine Forum kmacdonald212,

A hydraulic linear drive would not typically be recommended for sailboats of this weight. Hydraulic linear drives are typically not recommended for vessels weighing less than 20,000kg. Power consumption is dependent upon multiple variables, included weight, handling characteristics of the vessel, sea state, and configuration setting of the autopilot's response level. Raymarine has not specified power consumption ranges for its hydraulic linear drives or its hydraulic pumps. Mechanical linear drives have proven very reliable for blue water, cruising, and light recreational use where a below decks pilot is desired.