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Old 03-15-2006 | 10:56 AM
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britbrat
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Default RE: Triple Prop versus Reg prop

ORIGINAL: Mchwind Chimes

so whats the deal with these triple prop (3 fins) things? Do they make a diff in performance versus the standard probs with just 2 fins? does it create more thrust? Would you recommend it on a trainer?

Getting back to Mchwindchimes original question -- if it turns your crank to have one, by all means do so. On a trainer it doesn't matter -- enjoy yourself. However, it will cost you in various ways.

Greater weight

Greater cost

Poorer performance than a suitable comparitive 2-blade.

For the same prop manufacturer, same construction materials & same blade geometry as the appropriate 2-blade, your engine will make the same power, but it will produce less usefull work with the 3-blade prop..