Minn Kota Talon BT 12' Shallow Water Anchor - Blue Product Description
The Minn Kota Talon BT 12-Foot Shallow Water Anchor (Model 1810451) represents a paradigm shift in shallow water fishing technology, offering unprecedented anchoring control and fish-catching capability. This revolutionary system deploys vertically to 12 feet depth with twice the anchoring force of competitors, while providing complete control from wireless remotes, smartphone app, foot switches, or directly from compatible Humminbird fish finders.
Engineered for serious anglers who demand reliable positioning in challenging conditions, the Talon BT features user-selectable anchoring modes, integrated work lighting, and Bluetooth connectivity for seamless integration with modern fishing electronics. Whether you're targeting structure in heavy current, working shallow flats, or fishing tournaments where precise positioning determines success, the Talon BT ensures you stay locked onto productive water while maintaining complete boat control from anywhere on deck.
Revolutionary Anchoring Technology
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12-Foot Vertical Deployment: Fast, quiet vertical deployment reaches 12 feet depth for precise shallow water positioning
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Bluetooth Connectivity: Complete anchor control via smartphone app with software update capability
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Dual-Color Work Light: Built-in LED work light with blue and white options, three brightness levels for all conditions
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Multiple Control Options: Control from wireless remotes, foot switch, mobile app, or compatible Humminbird units
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Superior Anchoring Force: Twice the holding power of competitors for secure positioning in current and wind
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User-Selectable Modes: Dedicated modes for rough water, soft bottom, and standard anchoring conditions
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Auto Up/Down Operation: Smooth, automatic deployment and retrieval like automotive power windows
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Wave Absorption Technology: Advanced suspension system absorbs wave action while maintaining anchor hold
Technical Specifications
Performance Specifications
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Maximum Deployment Depth: 12 feet
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Anchoring Force: 2x competitor holding power
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Deployment Style: Vertical sequential deployment
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Operation Type: Electro-mechanical with auto up/down
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Anchoring Modes: Rough water, soft bottom, standard
Physical Dimensions
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Overall Length: 57.47 inches
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Width: 8.03 inches
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Height: 7.53 inches
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Weight: 47 pounds
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Color: Blue finish
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Construction: Aluminum with composite spike
Control & Connectivity
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Wireless Remotes: 2 included with lanyards
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Bluetooth Range: Smartphone app control
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Humminbird Integration: i-Pilot and i-Pilot Link compatible
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Work Light Colors: Blue and white with 3 intensity levels
Universal Control Options
Wireless Remote Control
- Two standard wireless remotes included
- Control stow, deploy, anchoring modes, and work light
- Operate up to two Talon units separately or together
- Dash-mount remote holder included
Mobile App Control
- iOS and Android compatible smartphone app
- Complete Talon control from mobile device
- Easy software updates via Bluetooth
- Real-time status monitoring and notifications
Fish Finder Integration
- Compatible with Humminbird units
- i-Pilot and i-Pilot Link integration
- Direct control from fish finder screen
- Coordinate with trolling motor systems
Optional Accessories
- Wireless foot switch for bow control
- Multiple unit synchronization
- Custom mounting solutions available
- Professional installation options
Professional Fishing Applications
Shallow Water Structure Fishing
- Lock onto brush piles, ledges, and drop-offs with precision
- Maintain exact position over productive structure
- Quick repositioning for following schools of fish
- Silent operation preserves fishing opportunities
Tournament & Professional Fishing
- Rapid deployment for maximizing fishing time
- Consistent boat positioning for pattern fishing
- Multiple anchoring modes for varying conditions
- Reliable performance under competitive pressure
Multi-Species Applications
- Bass fishing on shallow structure and cover
- Redfish and speckled trout in coastal shallows
- Walleye fishing on shallow reefs and bars
- Crappie fishing around standing timber and docks
Installation & Warranty Coverage
Complete Installation Package
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Mounting Bracket: Heavy-duty transom mounting system
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Hardware Included: All bracket-to-anchor and bracket-to-transom mounting hardware
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Power Cable: Complete electrical harness with 30-amp fuse assembly
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Professional Installation: Recommended for optimal performance and warranty coverage
Industry-Leading Warranty
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5-Year Limited Warranty: Complete system coverage for peace of mind
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Lifetime Spike Warranty: Indestructible composite anchor spike guaranteed for life
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5-Year Bracket Warranty: All mounting brackets covered for five years
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Saltwater Protection: Corrosion-resistant engineering for coastal applications
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum depth the Talon BT 12-foot can deploy?
The Talon BT 12-foot model deploys vertically to a maximum depth of 12 feet, making it ideal for shallow water fishing applications where precise boat positioning is critical for success.
Can I control the Talon from my smartphone?
Yes, the Talon BT features Bluetooth connectivity with dedicated mobile apps for iOS and Android devices, allowing complete anchor control and easy software updates directly from your smartphone.
What anchoring modes are available on the Talon BT?
The Talon BT offers three user-selectable anchoring modes: Rough Water mode for heavy wind and chop, Soft Bottom mode for muddy or silted bottoms, and Standard mode for normal anchoring conditions.
Is the Talon BT suitable for saltwater use?
Yes, the Talon BT features saltwater-tough engineering with corrosion-resistant components designed to withstand harsh saltwater environments while maintaining reliable performance.
What warranty coverage does the Talon BT include?
The Talon BT includes a 5-year limited warranty on the complete system, a lifetime warranty on the indestructible composite anchor spike, and 5-year coverage on all mounting brackets.
Experience the future of shallow water anchoring with the Minn Kota Talon BT 12-Foot Shallow Water Anchor. With revolutionary Bluetooth control, superior holding power, integrated work lighting, and industry-leading warranty coverage, the Talon BT transforms how serious anglers approach shallow water fishing - ensuring you stay positioned on productive water while maintaining complete boat control from anywhere on deck.
TALON
Shallow Water Anchor
Talon Down. Game On.
Introducing the all-new Talon shallow water anchor. Multiple anchoring modes, and control from the bow, transom, console, remote or mobile app. Unlock more water, and never miss another fish. Only with Talon.
Unlock the Water
Talon is built to help you control more water and catch more fish. From the second you hit the button to the moment you’re ready to move, Talon locks in and doesn’t let go
Built-In Work Light
Lets you tie lines and work from the transom any time of day - or night. Includes blue and white light color options with three brightness settings.
Control from Anywhere
With more control options than ever before, you can Talon down from anywhere on the boat.
5-Year Warranty
Talon carries a five-year limited warranty - plus a lifetime warranty on the spike and a five-year warranty on all brackets
Control Panel
Control stow and deploy, anchoring modes, and the work light right on Talon's control panel
Wireless Remote
Two standard, wireless remotes let you control everything on Talon from anywhere in the boat, for up to two Talons, separately or together
Wireless Foot Switch
Optional foot Switch offers full, wireless control of Talon from the bow.
Mobile App
Get quick command of Talon and fast software updates right from your mobile device.
User-Selectable Anchoring Modes
Choose between multiple modes to ensure the right hold and fast, easy anchor retraction
Fast, Vertical Deployment
Talon's patented, sequential vertical deployment is quicker, and quieter than the competition, while staying out of your way.
Twice the Force
Talon deploys with twice the anchoring force of the competition, so you can hold in any spot.
Auto Up/Down
Makes lowering and raising Talon as easy as using a car's automatic windows.
"The only shallow water anchor you can control from anywhere on the boat. And the only one with User-Selectable Anchoring Modes that let you anchor in anything. Featuring separate anchoring modes for Rough Water (heavy wind and chop), Soft Bottom (muddy or silted bottom), and standard (normal anchoring) with an indestructible composite Anchoring Spike that is strong and flexible and backed with a lifetime guarantee. Talon includes a mounting bracket that allows for up and down adjustments to fit any transom, 30 degrees of pivoting and easy removal and it's vertical deployment keeps your Talon out of the way of your fishing lines. A deployment notification alarm alerts you when trying to take off while Talon is deployed. When it comes to dominating shallow water, Talon is the only name you need to know."
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) About Minn Kota Talon BT 12' Shallow Water Anchor - Blue
Who is the Minn Kota?
How to describe Minn Kota Talon BT 12' Shallow Water Anchor - Blue?
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Who is the Minn Kota?
Minn Kota is the oldest manufacturer of electric fishing motors in the world with nearly 70 years of hard-earned experience in the lab and on the water. Their list of Minn Kota firsts supports this commitment to trolling motor development and the fishing community. Today, Minn Kota is the unquestioned leader in the trolling motor industry, enjoying dominant market share in both bow-mount and transom-mount motors.
How to describe Minn Kota Talon BT 12' Shallow Water Anchor - Blue?
The only shallow water anchor you can control anywhere on the boat. The only anchor mode with a user-selectable anchor mode that allows you to anchor any content. It has separate anchoring modes suitable for rough water surface (high wind and chopped), soft bottom (muddy or silt-like bottom) and standard (ordinary anchoring). It has indestructible composite anchoring nails, strong and flexible, and has a guaranteed service life. Talon includes a mounting bracket that can be adjusted up and down to fit any tailboard, pivots at 30 degrees and is easy to remove, and is deployed vertically to keep Talon away from the fishing line. When attempting to take off while deploying Talon, the deployment notification alert will alert you. Talon is the only name you need to know when it comes to controlling shallow water.
- The Talon Shallow Water Anchor is designed to unlock more water and never miss another fish.
- With multiple anchoring modes and remote control from the bow, transom, console or mobile app, you can find the perfect mode for any situation.
- All this comes in a lightweight package that's easy to use and store.
- The all-new Talon is the ultimate shallow water anchor.
- No need to worry about your boat drifting off course or getting stuck on a reef.
- With the Talon, you can control from the bow, transom, console or mobile app.
The Minn Kota Talon 12' Blue Shallow Water Anchor Bluetooth with Light Model: 1810451 is the perfect addition for any boat. It's built-in work light and bluetooth connectivity will allow you to tie lines and work from the transom any time of day. With three intensity levels, you'll be able to choose between blue or white LED lights.
What's the color of Minn Kota Talon BT 12' Shallow Water Anchor - Blue?
Blue
- The Talon Shallow Water Anchor is designed to unlock more water and never miss another fish.
- With multiple anchoring modes and remote control from the bow, transom, console or mobile app, you can find the perfect mode for any situation.
- All this comes in a lightweight package that's easy to use and store.
- The all-new Talon is the ultimate shallow water anchor.
- No need to worry about your boat drifting off course or getting stuck on a reef.
- With the Talon, you can control from the bow, transom, console or mobile app.
- Minn Kota Talon 12' Blue Shallow Water Anchor Bluetooth with Light Model: 1810451
- Built-in Work Light lets you tie lines and work from the transom any timeof day. Slectable Blue or White with three intensity levels
- Bluetooth to allow control
- Keep your boat in one spot with the Minn Kota Talon 12' Blue Shallow Water Anchor.
- The Minn Kota Talon 12' Blue Shallow Water Anchor is perfect for anchoring in shallow water.
- With its built-in work light, you can tie lines and work from the transom any time of day.
- Choose between blue or white LED lights, with three intensity levels to suit your needs.
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