Thread subject: Whaler Central - Boston Whaler Boat Information and Photos :: 2012 130 Super Sport prop Question

Posted by Tom W Clark on 04/21/13 - 7:15 AM
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Fellas, there's a lot more to propeller selection than just the number of blades. Learn to read between the lines if all you can do is study marketing material.

What does a four blade propeller usually offer? More blade area.

When does one want more blade area? When the power to boat weight ratio is low and/or the propeller size is limited by gearcase size.