Prop Power Consumption

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  2. gonzo
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    2.59 HP is not likely to be enough power for a heavy boat. You need to first do the calculation to how much power the vessel needs to move at 6 Km/hr. Then calculate the propeller needed to absorb the power.
     
    gonzo, Sep 9, 2019
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