Ideal for heavy motors: This mount is suitable for larger motors Secure transom plate: Four 4 1/4" U-bolts firmly hold the transom plate in place Spaced bars: The attachment bars are 14" apart, center-to-center Adjustable mounting: The transom plate can be mounted on either side of the uprights and adjusted as needed Tube size compatibility: The mount fits raft tubes ranging from 18" to 24" in diameter Motor size guidance: A 10-hp motor is typically the largest used by most boaters Motor power: Even a 3-hp motor can propel a raft at a good speed Safety first: Permanently attach a safety rope or strap from your motor to the frame for added security Enhanced grip: Two pieces of aluminum channel are used to increase the grip on the upright pipe sections When you want to run your motor while sitting on the stern seat, you need the NRS U-Style Raft Motor Mount. It places the motor far enough from the raft's stern for easy operation of the control handle