{"product_id":"newport-nk300-nt300-hd-rock-guard","title":"Newport NK300\/NT300 HD Rock Guard","description":"\u003ch1\u003eProtect Your Newport Motor in Rocks, Weeds, and Shallow Water\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRocky shorelines, submerged roots, vegetation, and rough launch areas can put an exposed lower unit in harm's way. The \u003cstrong\u003eNewport NK300\/NT300 HD Rock Guard\u003c\/strong\u003e adds purpose-built protection around the propeller and motor pylon while preserving the water flow these motors were designed around.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePurpose-Built Protection for the NK300 HD and NT300\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type:none;padding-left:0;margin:10px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e✅ Purpose-built for the Newport NK300 HD and NT300 using their shared housing geometry\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e✅ Three raked deflection fins help shield the propeller from rocks, roots, stumps, and submerged debris while shedding vegetation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e✅ Wrap-around nose protection helps shield the motor pylon from direct impacts\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e✅ Nylon 6\/6 composite construction is rated by Newport for UV exposure, saltwater, and impact resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e✅ Partial-wrap design leaves the front open to preserve water flow, with Newport specifying no drag or speed reduction\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e✅ Replaces the original skeg without drilling or permanent motor modifications\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e✅ Stainless mounting hardware and a 2.5mm Allen key are included for installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x:auto;-webkit-overflow-scrolling:touch;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctable\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpec\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNewport NK300 HD and NT300\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNylon 6\/6 composite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11 in. L x 6.9 in. W x 8 in. H\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.81 lb.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProp Coverage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePartial wrap with open front\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSaltwater Safe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInstallation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDirect skeg replacement; no drilling or motor modification required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncluded Tool\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.5mm Allen key\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eReal-World Performance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen fishing rocky creeks, shallow flats, stump-filled backwaters, or vegetation, the guard places its three fins and wrap-around nose between common underwater hazards and the motor's propeller and pylon. The integrated skeg replaces the original skeg, while the open-front design maintains water flow around the lower unit instead of fully enclosing the prop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eAdd Protection Where Your Newport Motor Needs It\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEquip an NK300 HD or NT300 for water where rocks, roots, weeds, and submerged debris make lower-unit protection worth adding to the setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions About the Newport NK300\/NT300 HD Rock Guard\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .faq-accordion--pescador details { margin:0; border-bottom:1px solid #e5e7eb; }\n  .faq-accordion--pescador details:first-of-type { border-top:1px solid #e5e7eb; }\n  .faq-accordion--pescador summary {\n    padding:14px 0; font-weight:600; cursor:pointer; list-style:none; outline:none;\n  }\n  .faq-accordion--pescador summary::-webkit-details-marker { display:none; }\n  .faq-accordion--pescador summary::marker { content:\"\"; }\n  .faq-accordion--pescador p { margin:10px 0 16px; }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-accordion--pescador\"\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWill this Rock Guard fit both the Newport NK300 HD and NT300?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes. Newport specifies this Rock Guard for both the NK300 HD and NT300, which share compatible housing geometry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eDoes installation require drilling or modifying the motor?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eNo. Installation replaces the motor's original skeg with the Rock Guard skeg and attaches the nose cap with the supplied hardware; Newport specifies that no drilling or motor modification is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat tools are needed to install the Rock Guard?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eNewport's installation guide calls for a Phillips screwdriver and 2.5mm Allen key. The 2.5mm Allen key is included with the kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat comes with the NK300\/NT300 HD Rock Guard?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe kit includes the Rock Guard nose cap, Rock Guard skeg, three M4 x 30mm self-tapping screws, three M3 x 55mm socket-cap bolts, three M3 nuts, a 2.5mm Allen key, and installation guidance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eCan I use this Rock Guard in saltwater?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes. Newport lists the Nylon 6\/6 composite as UV- and saltwater-resistant and specifies the Rock Guard as saltwater safe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Newport Wholesale","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48603714912474,"sku":"20A1100074","price":99.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0446\/9732\/1627\/files\/RockGuard300_studio_mounted_side_DSC06402_ghost50_Shadow.webp?v=1789448843","url":"https:\/\/pescadorfishing.com\/products\/newport-nk300-nt300-hd-rock-guard","provider":"Pescador Fishing Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}