Second this, 40lb with the maximizer is the way to go. I have owned many minkottas over the years and the maximizer with the variable control over the 5 clicks is great


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A 40 would be perfect for a 1040. I use a 45 on mine and it is great. Make sure you buy the Minn Kota Endura Max motor. The Endura Max has a built in maximizer. It will run up to 5 x longer on a charge than the base Endura model. The 40 lb is around $300 at Can Tire.