Most anglers buying the best trolling motor props for weedy lakes are not trying to buy more speed. They are trying to stop stopping. A fouled prop drags on the lower unit, the motor works harder, amps climb, thrust drops and the day turns into a chain of cutting weeds off the shaft with a stick.
After spending a season swapping props between a jon boat, a bass boat and a small fishing kayak, the pattern was clear. The right prop for a weedy lake is not the fastest one or the most expensive one. It is the one whose blade geometry matches the vegetation you actually run into, on a hub that fits your lower unit.
This roundup covers nine props across Minn Kota, MotorGuide, Lowrance, Garmin and Newport, from the swept-back Weedless Wedge family to a three-blade shallow-water chopper. We explain where each one fails, what the forums disagree about, and how to swap a prop in about ten minutes. We also cover batteries, because amp draw is the hidden cost of a fouled shaft, in our trolling motor battery roundup.
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What Is a Weedless Propeller?
A weedless trolling motor propeller is a two- or three-blade prop with swept-back, flared, relatively blunt blades. Instead of cutting vegetation and letting it wrap around the shaft, the geometry makes weeds ride up the blade face and shed off the tip, so the prop passes through hydrilla, milfoil and lily pads without picking them up.
Five design traits separate a weedless prop from a plain power prop:
Swept-back blade angle that guides vegetation toward the blade tips and off the edge.
Flared blade faces that let weeds climb away from the hub rather than bind to it.
Blunt, rounded leading edges with no sharp face for stems to hook onto.
Two blades, occasionally three, which reduces the surface area available for weed to grab.
Low, controlled pitch that avoids the suction that pulls stems into the hub.
A fouled prop is not just an annoyance. It costs runtime on a lithium bank, so battery choice matters as much as blade shape once you start moving.
Top 3 Weedless Props for Weedy Lakes in 2026
Minn Kota Weedless Wedge 2
- Swept-back flared blades
- Fits 4-inch motor diameters
- Weed shedding at trolling speed
Minn Kota MKP-6 Weedless Wedge
- Fits 3-1/4 inch diameters
- Fully weedless design
- For heavy freshwater weed
Best Trolling Motor Props for Weedy Lakes in 2026
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| Minn Kota Weedless Wedge 2 |
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 MotorGuide Katana 2-Blade |
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 MotorGuide Power Prop 2-Blade |
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| Minn Kota MKP-6 Weedless Wedge |
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 Lowrance Ghost Weedless Prop |
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 MotorGuide Machete 3-Blade |
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 Newport 2-Blade Replacement Prop |
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 Garmin Force Weedless Prop |
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 Minn Kota MKP-40 Power Prop |
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1. Minn Kota Weedless Wedge 2 Prop for Trolling Motors
Minn Kota MKP-6 Weedless Wedge Prop for Trolling Motors
2 blades
Swept-back flared design
Fits 4-inch motor diameters
16 oz
Pros
- Sheds weeds and algae off the shaft
- Handles heavy vegetation at trolling speed
- Includes prop nut pin and washer
- Noticeably stronger thrust and top end than a factory power prop
Cons
- Minn Kota charts do not list it for some lower units it physically fits
- Larger than the factory prop so adds slight amp draw
- Two-blade design still catches light surface mat
I ran the Weedless Wedge 2 for a full season of bass fishing on a lake with lily pads along one channel and heavy green algae everywhere else. It is part number MKP-33, and it bolts onto any Minn Kota with a 4-inch motor diameter. Installation took under five minutes with a 9/16 wrench, and the kit includes the nut, washer and pin.
The blade shape is the story. The swept-back, flared design visibly deflects stems rather than trapping them, and owners report going from pulling the motor up every few minutes to almost never touching it. On my setup, top-end speed improved over the factory prop as well, which is unusual for a weed-shedding design.
Fitment is the one real trap. Minn Kota’s published compatibility charts do not list this prop for some lower units it physically fits, and that mismatch sends plenty of buyers looking for the wrong part number. Measure your motor diameter before you order.
Check the hub diameter before you order
This prop fits 4-inch motor diameters. The smaller 3-1/4 inch diameter needs a different model, and the 4-1/2 inch QUEST Series lower units need their own wide-diameter prop.
The prop weighs 16 ounces and measures roughly 13 by 6 by 3 inches, so it is bulkier than a factory prop. That extra diameter is where the weed clearing comes from, and also where the small increase in amp draw comes from.
Know what it still cannot do
Two blades are fewer than three, so a third of the blade surface that catches weeds is missing, but not all of it. Owners still report picking up light surface matting in calm, shallow water.
Heavy duck grass and thick floating mats are the hardest case. If that is your normal lake, read the three-blade and Power Prop sections before settling on a two-blade wedge.
2. MotorGuide Katana Two-Blade Propeller
MotorGuide 8M4004173 Katana Two-Blade Propeller — 10.25-Inch Diameter, 3.5-Inch Hub — Includes Prop Pin, Nut and Washer
2 blades
10.25 inch diameter
3.5 inch hub
Glass-filled nylon
Pros
- Very quiet with almost no vibration
- Clean passage through moss grass and weed beds
- Raised top-end speed on the same motor
- Sturdy OEM-grade glass-filled nylon
Cons
- Some older MotorGuide hubs need sanding to stop vibration
- Oxidation nut on legacy models can touch the hub
- Verify hub diameter because it does not fit every model
The Katana has the deepest review base in this roundup, and the complaints about it are unusually specific, which is a good sign. Anglers running Xi3, X5, SW-HB 54 and R-3 lower units report cleaner weed passage and less vibration than the factory prop they replaced.
The quietness is the standout. Glide over a weed bed at trolling speed and the Katana is close to silent compared with a three-blade chopper, which matters if you are listening for baitfish or working a shallow cove at dawn.
MotorGuide claims up to 30 percent better battery efficiency than previous props. Treat that as a manufacturer figure rather than a measured result, but owners do report raised top-end speed on the same motor, roughly 1.9 to 2.8 mph in some setups.
Fitment is the caveat worth reading twice. Some older MotorGuide units need the hub sanded down to stop shaft vibration, and the oxidation nut on certain legacy models can contact the spinning hub and may need removing before the prop will run true.
It also does not fit every MotorGuide model. Check hub diameter before you buy, and confirm it is not a Hand-Op X3. A 10.25 inch diameter on a 3.5 inch hub is a specific combination, not a universal MotorGuide fit.
Who this quiet prop suits
Anglers who troll at 1.5 to 2 mph, fish shallow coves, or spend the day listening to the water. If vibration and noise bother you more than raw punch, this is the MotorGuide pick.
It is a sensible companion to a light boat. Our inflatable paddle board lake guide covers the platform side of the same quiet, low-impact fishing setup.
When a two-blade stops being enough
Two blades shed weeds better than a plain power prop but have less cutting edge than three. In dense mats and stumpy timber, a two-blade will eventually need the prop pulled up.
Owners on legacy motors may face a modification step that takes more time than the swap itself. Budget for it before a trip where you cannot afford a jammed prop.
3. MotorGuide Attwood Power Prop 2-Blade
MotorGuide Attwood Corporation MGA0476B Power Prop 2- Blade, 3′, Black, One Size
2 blades
3.0 inch hub
Black composite
Includes pin and nut
Pros
- Direct OEM-style fit on older MotorGuide units
- Reported to work well in weeds
- Simple install older anglers can do themselves
- Suitable for saltwater and boating use
Cons
- Included prop pin size does not always match
- Slightly less smooth than a factory-original prop
- Shorter blade length than some owners want
This is the old-school answer, and for older boats it is still a good one. It fits directly on older MotorGuide models including the T-34, W55 and Prowler 30, which is exactly the hardware most anglers with a fifteen-year-old transom motor are running.
Weed performance is respectable rather than exceptional. Owners report it working well in weeds for the money, and the blade form clears most light and moderate vegetation without the sweeping action of a dedicated wedge.
Where it earns its place is saltwater and brackish work. It is listed for boating and saltwater use, which matters if your lake is actually an estuary and you are rinsing down after every trip.
The negative feedback here clusters around hardware, not weed performance. The included prop pin does not always match what a specific lower unit needs, so some buyers ended up sourcing a different pin before the prop would seat.
A minority of owners also report it running slightly less smooth than a truly factory-original prop, and several mention the blade length being shorter than they would like at higher speeds. The prop weighs about 4 ounces, so it is a light, simple part.
Check the pin size before the trip
Fit is described as a 3 inch prop on a 3.0 inch hub, with the pin and nut included. The mismatch problem is the single most common complaint, so verify the pin against your existing hardware.
Match the part number to your motor model rather than the thrust rating alone. Cross-referencing the part number is what most buyers say resolved their fit.
Where it fits into a modern build
Choose this if you are restoring an older MotorGuide, fishing saltwater, or want a simple two-blade that bolts straight on without modification. It is not the choice for thick hydrilla mats.
If your boat is newer, compare it with the Katana or a swept-back wedge. The Wedge family sheds noticeably heavier vegetation than this prop does.
4. Minn Kota MKP-6 Weedless Wedge Prop
MINN KOTA MKP-6 PROP 2061125 WEEDLESS WEDGE “Item Category: Boat Outfitting” (Sold Per)
2 blades
Swept-back blades
Fits 3-1/4 inch diameters
Plastic
Pros
- Ends constant weed pulling
- Handles lily pads and algae without snag-ups
- Installs in under five minutes
- Large diameter increase over the factory prop
Cons
- Fit limited to 3-1/4 inch lower units
- Not officially listed for every motor it physically fits
The MKP-6 is the version most anglers never find because it is not the one in the search results. It fits 3-1/4 inch motor diameters, which covers a lot of Endura and Edge models that people mistakenly assume need the larger wedge.
Owners running Endura C2 30, Endura Maxx 45 and Edge 45 describe the change from a factory power prop as dramatic. Lily pads and algae pass through, and the constant stopping-and-cutting routine simply stops happening.
The design is a fully weedless swept-back layout that takes Nut Kit A hardware. It is a small part with a large effect, which makes it the value pick in this roundup for anyone on a mid-thrust Minn Kota.
The geometry does the same work as the larger Weedless Wedge 2, but in a smaller diameter package. That smaller footprint also means it will not clear the heaviest mats, so it suits weedy lakes with moderate to heavy growth rather than solid mats.
Installation is genuinely quick. Reviews mention installs under five minutes with a new shear pin in the box, which makes it easy to carry one as a spare if you fish a lot of different water.
Match the diameter to your motor
This prop fits 3-1/4 inch motor diameters only. Larger motors, including 4-inch and 4-1/2 inch lower units, need a different model entirely.
Like the Weedless Wedge 2, it is not officially listed as a replacement for every motor it physically fits. Confirm the diameter on the lower unit itself rather than relying on the published chart.
What it will not handle
Deep hydrilla mats and thick duck grass are beyond a two-blade swept-back design. Anglers in that water report pulling the motor up regardless of prop choice, and moving to a higher thrust motor matters more than any prop.
For mixed water with open flats and weed edges, this is close to ideal. It is also the prop I would carry as a spare given how quickly it changes a fishing day.
5. Lowrance Weedless Propeller for the Ghost Motor
Lowrance 000-15237-001 Weedless Propeller for the Ghost Trolling Motor, Black
Weedless design
Fits Ghost motor
Bottom mount
2 year warranty
Pros
- Exact fit on the Lowrance Ghost
- Highest average rating in the group
- New pin and nut included
- Popular as a carried spare
Cons
- Blade tips chip in standing timber
- Shear pin not included in the box
- Metal build claim does not match actual feel
The Ghost prop is the only product here rated purely as an OEM replacement, and that is exactly its value. If you run a Lowrance Ghost, this is the part that fits, comes with a two year manufacturer warranty, and installs without modification.
Buyers report it cuts through emerging vegetation and grass without wrapping, and several keep one as a spare after an incident chewed their original prop. For shallow, stumpy water that is a sensible insurance policy.
Its 4.8 average is the highest in this roundup. Read that alongside the small sample: 170 reviews on a very specific platform is a narrower base than the Minn Kota and MotorGuide listings.
Why it suits kayak and small craft anglers
The Ghost is a compact platform, and a small weedless prop is what keeps a light boat tracking straight through grass. Nothing here is sized for heavy mats, so match expectations to shallow cover.
It is also a clean match for small watercraft generally. Our RC boats for lakes guide covers the other end of that boat-size spectrum.
The durability catch
The recurring complaint is blade tip damage in standing timber. Two owners reported identical chipping in short order, which is enough to treat it as a weak point rather than bad luck.
The listing is typed as metal, and buyers find the actual build does not feel that robust. Keep a spare if you fish flooded timber, and avoid expecting the toughness of a stainless prop.
6. MotorGuide Machete 3-Blade Propeller
MotorGuide MGA089G Machete III Propeller, Trolling Motor Prop, Gray, 3-Blade 3.5 Inch Hub
3 blades
3.5 inch hub
Glass-filled
Developed with Mercury engineers
Pros
- Chops thick heavy weed mats effectively
- Direct OEM fit on FW-HB 54 Pro 45 R3 Xi5 and W55
- Quiet balanced rotation
- Survives underwater timber and trotlines
Cons
- Not truly weedless so heavy mats can still catch
- Fit varies by model and blade count so verify part numbers
The Machete takes the opposite approach to every wedge in this roundup. Three blades, shallow-water tuning and a balanced build mean it chops vegetation rather than deflecting it, and owners say it works through heavy mats that stop a two-blade outright.
It fits a wide MotorGuide range including FW-HB 54, Pro Series 45, R3 45, Xi5 and W55. That breadth is one of the reasons it stays popular across so many different hulls.
Quietness is a genuine strength here. It was developed with input from Mercury Propeller engineers and owners report smooth rotation with no vibration, which is unusual for a three-blade.
Where three blades beat two
A third blade means more cutting edge and more contact area for the motor to push against. In thick hydrilla and heavy duck grass, that difference is the whole argument for this prop.
The tradeoff is more surface area for weeds to grab. That is why one owner reports it still catching weeds unlike a Minn Kota Weedless Wedge.
Verify the blade count and part number
Fit varies by motor model and by blade count, so a MotorGuide hub does not guarantee a fit. Match the part number to your model before ordering rather than going by thrust rating.
Owners report durability against underwater timber and tangled trotlines, which is where composite three-blade props usually show their age. Check for nicks before every season.
7. Newport Replacement 2-Blade Prop for 55, 62 and 86 lb Motors
Newport Replacement Trolling Motor 2 Blade Prop for 55lb, 62lb, 86lb Trolling Motors
2 blades
Fits 55lb 62lb 86lb thrust
Plastic
Includes full nut kit
Pros
- Direct replacement sizing across Newport thrust classes
- Complete nut kit with washer screw cap shear pin and spanner
- Good value against OEM-brand replacements
Cons
- Fits Newport-branded motors only
- Separate 36 lb version exists so confirm thrust class
Newport is a small brand with a small lineup, and this prop is the direct replacement for its 55 lb, 62 lb and 86 lb thrust electric motors across all series. If you own one of those, this is the part, and the fit confirmation is the whole buying experience.
The included hardware is genuinely complete: prop, washer, screw cap, shear pin and a small spanner. Owners replacing a chewed original prop report straightforward installs and satisfaction centered on correct fit.
Review volume is modest at 87, so treat it as a fitment purchase rather than a performance purchase. Its weed behaviour is a standard two-blade, which is fine for moderate vegetation.
Confirm the thrust class first
A separate two-blade version exists for the 36 lb thrust class, so ordering by brand alone can produce the wrong prop. Match the thrust number on your motor before you order.
Cross-brand use is limited. This is not a prop to adapt to a Minn Kota or MotorGuide lower unit if you want the fitment warranty to hold.
Is the value real?
Compared with an OEM-brand replacement prop for the same motor, buyers rate this as good value. The saving shows up most for owners with multiple motors of the same thrust class.
If your boat does not run a Newport motor, this section does not apply to you. Cross-brand adaptation is possible in the wild but is not a supported procedure.
8. Garmin Weedless Propeller for the Force Trolling Motor
Garmin Weedless Propeller for Force Trolling Motor
Weedless design
Fits Garmin Force motor
Plastic construction
1 year warranty
Pros
- Cuts through emerging vegetation and grass
- Large improvement over the standard prop
- Well-made fit for the Garmin Force platform
Cons
- Brittle plastic chips in cold water or light contact
- Smallest review base in the roundup
- Two owners reported blade chunk loss after two uses
Garmin Force owners consistently report the same thing: weed cutting is dramatically better than the prop the motor ships with, and emerging grass and vegetation pass through without wrapping. The weedless design does what it claims on the platform it was made for.
The weak point is material. The blades are plastic, and a distinct cluster of reviews reports tip chipping in cold water or from light contact. Two owners reported the same chunk of blade lost after only two uses.
At 44 reviews this is the thinnest evidence base in the roundup, so read the durability complaints carefully before committing. Early-season cold water is exactly when chipping shows up.
Who should buy it
If you run a Garmin Force and you troll mostly in warm water and emerging grass, this prop is a clear upgrade over the factory unit. The weed performance is not the issue.
Also worth it if you want an OEM part with a matching one year limited warranty rather than an adapted aftermarket prop.
Where durability bites
Cold water makes plastic blades brittle, and the Force platform is popular with anglers who fish early and late in the season. That is precisely the condition the reviewers flag.
If you routinely work submerged timber or frozen shorelines, expect to carry a spare. Nothing in this roundup solves that for you except a more robust material.
9. Minn Kota MKP-40 Power Prop for Trolling Motors
Minn Kota MKP-40 Power Prop for Trolling Motors
Power prop
Fits 4-1/2 inch QUEST Series lower units
Composite
13.6 oz
Pros
- Wide blade diameter gives strong torque in heavy cover
- Tuned specifically for QUEST Series clearance
- Includes prop pin nut and washer
- Highest rated power prop option here
Cons
- Only fits 4-1/2 inch QUEST Series lower units
- Smallest review base so long-term durability data is thin
The MKP-40 is the odd one out in this roundup because it is the only prop here designed exclusively for one motor platform. It fits 4-1/2 inch QUEST Series lower units, and the wide diameter is matched to the blade clearance those units provide.
Owners on QUEST Series motors report strong torque and smooth power delivery through heavy cover. The wide blade diameter is what makes it feel like a power prop rather than a wedge, and it is a different tool for different water.
It ships with the prop pin, nut and washer, so the install is complete. At 13.6 ounces it is a substantial part, and it carries a one year manufacturer warranty.
Verify QUEST Series before anything else
This prop fits 4-1/2 inch QUEST Series lower units only. If your motor is not QUEST Series, the clearance will be wrong and the prop is not the right part, no matter how well it performs.
The exclusion is narrow enough that it is worth checking your model number before you spend any time on blade geometry.
A power prop, not a wedge
Wide-diameter power props trade weed deflection for open-water thrust. That makes the MKP-40 a good match for heavy cover and open water, but it is not the swept-back weedless shape.
If your lake is mostly open water with weed edges to cross, this serves you well. If it is solid vegetation, compare it against a Weedless Wedge before you decide.
How to Choose a Prop for a Weedy Lake
Start with your vegetation, not your motor. A prop that is wrong for the lake will not be saved by a stronger motor, and a motor rated too low will not punch through mats no matter which blade you fit.
Two blades or three: what actually changes
Two blades shed weeds, three blades chop them. That is the practical answer, and it is why wedge designs are two-blade while shallow-water choppers are three-blade.
Two blades give cleaner weed passage and lower drag, which protects battery life at trolling speed. Three blades give more cutting edge, more torque and more surface area for stems to catch on. Riders on forum threads split cleanly on this question, with some reporting a speed gain from a three-blade and others reporting it wrapping in weeds.
Weedless Wedge, Weedless Wedge 2, Power Prop or 3-blade
The Weedless Wedge family deflects vegetation. The Weedless Wedge 2 is the larger, faster version of the same idea on 4-inch motor diameters. A Power Prop is wider and pushes harder for heavy cover and open water, at the cost of some weed deflection.
A three-blade chopper splits the difference by cutting rather than deflecting. For most anglers fishing a weedy lake, the choice comes down to whether your lake holds more floating pads and light grass, or solid mats and submerged timber.
Matching thrust rating and hub diameter
Hub diameter is the fitment fact that matters most, and it is where most returns come from.
3-1/4 inch motor diameters fit the MKP-6 Weedless Wedge.
4-inch motor diameters fit the Minn Kota Weedless Wedge 2.
4-1/2 inch QUEST Series lower units fit the MKP-40 Power Prop only.
MotorGuide fitment runs through a 3.0 inch hub, a 3.5 inch hub and specific model exclusions such as the Hand-Op X3.
The Newport prop covers 55 lb, 62 lb and 86 lb thrust models, with a separate 36 lb version.
A larger hull needs more thrust, and more thrust also helps cut vegetation. On a 16 foot boat a mid-thrust motor is workable, but a heavy fishing kayak needs far less than any of these props require.
Match the weed to the prop
Light grass and algae along channel edges suit any swept-back wedge, including the Weedless Wedge 2 and the MKP-6.
Milfoil and moderate weed beds suit the swept-back wedges and the MotorGuide Katana, which is quiet and efficient at trolling speed.
Hydrilla mats and thick duck grass suit three blades or a wide Power Prop, because you need cutting edge rather than deflection. Users report higher thrust motors cutting vegetation more easily, which is why a motor upgrade sometimes beats a prop upgrade.
Lily pads and open water suit nearly everything in this roundup, and that is where speed and quietness matter more than weed resistance.
Is 99 percent weedless actually 99 percent weedless?
No, and the forums are split on it. Users report that the Weedless Wedge 2 cut weeds better for them while a three-blade after-market prop wrapped in weeds and stopped the motor instantly, which directly contradicts the marketing claim on that product.
Other users report no measurable efficiency difference at all after a month of use. The honest conclusion is that weedless geometry reduces hang-ups substantially in light and moderate vegetation, and that no design is immune in solid mats. Thrust rating is the lever that actually changes what you can push through.
Changing the prop and keeping the skeg aligned
The swap is simple. Disconnect the power, hold the prop with a 9/16 open-end wrench, back the prop pin out with a flat screwdriver, and torque the nut to about 30 ft-lbs.
While the prop is off, check the skeg alignment and the prop shaft. Run a finger along the shaft and look for fishing line wrapped around it, because line left in place damages lower-unit seals and turns a five-minute job into a repair bill.
After every weedy outing, rinse the prop, check the blades for chips and inspect the shear pin. If you fish cold water, brittle plastic blades deserve a closer look each spring.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a weedless propeller?
A weedless trolling motor propeller uses swept-back, flared, relatively blunt blades so aquatic vegetation rides up the blade face and sheds off the tip instead of wrapping around the prop shaft. Most have two blades, occasionally three, with rounded leading edges and controlled pitch that limits the suction which would otherwise pull stems into the hub.
Is a 2 blade or 3 blade prop better for trolling motors?
For weedy lakes, two blades shed vegetation and protect battery life at trolling speed, while three blades chop thick mats and submerged timber but give weeds more surface to catch on. Choose a swept-back two-blade wedge for grass, algae and lily pads. Choose a three-blade or wide power prop for hydrilla mats and heavy cover.
What is the best prop for trolling motor speed?
Speed comes from blade diameter and pitch rather than weedlessness alone. The Minn Kota MKP-40 Power Prop and a three-blade design favour open water and heavy cover, while the MotorGuide Katana raises top-end speed on the same motor with quieter running. On weedy water, expect a small speed trade in exchange for far fewer stops to clear the shaft.
Will a weedless prop hurt top speed?
Usually less than anglers expect. Owners of the Weedless Wedge 2 report improved thrust and top end over a factory power prop, and Katana owners report a rise from roughly 1.9 to 2.8 mph in some setups. What does cost you is fouling: a weed-wrapped prop drags, the motor draws more amps and the boat slows under load.
Can I use a Minn Kota prop on a MotorGuide motor?
Only with modification, and it is not a supported procedure. Props are matched to motor diameter, hub diameter and keyway, and the main mismatches are 3-1/4 inch, 4 inch and 4-1/2 inch lower units. Anglers have modified Weedless Wedges to fit MotorGuide motors in the wild, but check hub diameter and shaft size before buying and be prepared to return the wrong part.
Conclusion
The Minn Kota Weedless Wedge 2 is the best all-round choice for most anglers fishing weedy lakes, because the swept-back flared design sheds real vegetation while still improving thrust over a factory prop. Measure your motor diameter first, because that one number decides between the Weedless Wedge 2, the MKP-6 and the MKP-40.
If your lake holds solid hydrilla or heavy duck grass, move up to a three-blade chopper or a wide power prop. If quiet running matters more than raw punch, the MotorGuide Katana is the quieter and more efficient pick. Check the best trolling motor props for weedy lakes against your water, your motor and your battery budget, and you will stop pulling the motor up every five minutes.